In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Breanne Kiefner, owner and founder of Roots Adventures, about embracing inner strength and finding stability in the midst of chaos. Their conversation explores the power of curiosity, the value of staying present, and why building a collective mentorship is essential. Instead of relying on a single mentor, Breanne shares how surrounding yourself with a circle of guides, each offering unique perspectives, can bring greater depth, resilience, and growth to both your career and your life.

Breanne also talks about her work as the owner and founder of Root Adventures, an adventure travel company that blends wellness, sustainability, and inclusivity. She believes travel is more than a destination, it’s a transformative experience that ignites passion, deepens cultural understanding, and nurtures happiness. Root Adventures reflects this philosophy, showing how exploration can become a powerful path to self-care and joy.

MORE ABOUT BREANNE KIEFNER:
LinkedIn: Breanne Kiefner
Website: Root Adventures
Instagram: Breanne Kiefner

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

Titles, accolades, and financial milestones often measure success. But for Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini, CEO of Lush Enterprises, LLC, success is about transformation - financial, emotional, and generational. Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless talks with Sun Yong about how she’s built a career helping others break free from survival mode and step into true financial independence.

Even in her dream job, with the title and passion she’d worked hard to earn, her paycheck fell short of the life she envisioned. That eye-opening moment led her to redefine success, not just loving her work, but building real financial impact through strategy and growth. Her quest for freedom sparked a bold pivot into options trading, where education, consistent practice, and calculated risks became the foundation of her success.

Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini is the CEO and founder of Lush Enterprises, LLC. She is also an author and educator focused on financial success, particularly options trading. She also authored "Invest In Yourself" and co-authored "Opposite/Opposites".

Sweet but Fearless does not provide financial advice; listeners should always do their own research before making investment decisions.

Disclaimer: Options trading involves significant risk and is not suitable for all investors. You can lose more than your initial investment. Always carefully consider your financial situation, experience level, and risk tolerance before engaging in options trading. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Seek advice from a licensed financial professional before making any investment decisions.

MORE ABOUT SUN YONG KIM-MANZOLINI:
LinkedIn: Sun Yong Kim-Manzolini
YouTube: Entrepreneurship Life
Instagram: author_sun_yong

Books:
"Opposite/Opposites"
"Invest In Yourself"

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

We’ve all seen male-driven misogyny, condescending remarks, unequal pay, and the ever-present glass ceiling. But what about the subtler, more unexpected form that comes from within our own ranks? In this episode, Mary Sullivan and Cooper Alexander, co-founders of Sweet But Fearless, talk about when women, knowingly or not, uphold the very systems and stereotypes that hold other women back. From competitive gatekeeping to subtle undermining, we’ll explore how female misogyny plays out in the workplace, why it happens, and what we can do to break the cycle. It’s time to have the uncomfortable conversation and start rewriting the narrative.

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