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  • In celebration of Black Business Month, we collaborated with Lydia from the Boardroom Beauty podcast to spotlight two incredible beauty founders. Join us for a chat with Desiree Verdejo of Hyper Skin and Karen Young of Oui the People as they share the realities of managing a growing businesses that’s expanded into international retailers like Sephora, while balancing healthy personal lives, motherhood and self-care beyond beauty and skincare.

    Listen to the first part of this conversation over on the Boardroom Beauty podcast:

    https://youtu.be/IHNrsfSEI0U?si=eiD9oA48rX7GeoaH

    Learn more about these founders and their businesses in the links below:

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  • Let's sit and gossip for a sec. I have some updates to share regarding Wharton, my trip to Paris, and I've also been implementing some new productivity systems to help with my burnout.

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  • I’m not super excited to admit that I feel burnt out, but here we are. In this episode, I’m sharing my real-time journey through burnout, from recognizing the signs to taking actionable steps to recover.

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  • It can feel VERY unsettling when you've been gripping to a vision of yourself for so long, only to realize you no longer want that. In this episode, I’m exploring the concept that has helped me make some tough decisions—like knowing when it’s time to move on from dreams, jobs, people, situations, etc. Letting go can often feel shameful, uncertain, and scary, but I hope you leave this episode feeling empowered to transition toward a path that truly fulfills you.

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  • I’m answering all your questions regarding family resentment, jobs you don’t want to be in, personal finance, dating, and more!

    4:47 - How do you not resent family for having opposite life choices?

    11:04 - How to get the most out of a job you settled for?

    13:59 - Can you share a hot take about being an entrepreneur or having a side hustle?

    17:11 - What’s something you used to believe in that you’ve changed your mind on?

    19:27 - Book recs for personal finance?

    24:04 - Dating life updates?

    27:12 - What are your current health routines?

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  • As we wrap up the second quarter of the year I wanted to share all my biggest lessons, takeaways, and favorites from Q2. We’re talking clothing, food, body care, skin care, workouts, and other essentials that have me looking and feeling my best.

    Clothing favorites

    Alo dressAgolde Parker shortsSkims wireless push-up bra

    Food favorites

    ChompsNora Grab & Go SeaweedDolcezza Gelato (Mascarpone & Berries flavor)

    Body care

    L'occitane almond shower oilNaturium Bio-Lipid Restoring Body LotionSol de Janeiro Delícia Drench Body ButterSol de Janeiro Cheirosa 59 Perfume Mist

    For glowy skin

    Supergoop glow screenLoreal Lumi GlotionNars Light Reflecting FoundationBiossance squalane body oilPatrik Ta body oil

    Skin care

    Bioderma Micellar WaterSummer Fridays serumSkinfix collagen perfecting serumClinique Moisture SurgeInnesfree sunscreenClarins Anti Pollution Face Sunscreen

    Other healthy stuff

    Skinny Confidential Mint RollerSkinny Confidential Mouth TapeCreatine for muscle growthForm pilates

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  • Let’s talk about how to work with the natural ebb and flow of our energy as women. In this episode I share my experience working through days where motivation is hard to find and what I’ve learned about setting realistic priorities and understanding my minimum and maximum capacity.

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  • This week, I'm chatting with my dear friend and fellow Wharton MBA student, Temi Butler. Temi walks us through her impressive career journey, from navigating the high-stakes world of finance at top institutions to landing on Forbes 30 Under 30, and ultimately pivoting from a stable job to embrace her creative passions.

    From big corporate to being a DJ, Temi has been there and done that, and she offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to build a highly ambitious and fulfilling professional path.

    She shares:

    The pressure to prove yourself, especially as a black womanHow she hustled her way into top institutions early in her careerAdvice for those looking to break into financeThe challenge of holding back her authentic self at workHer unique upbringing by parents who are dedicated artistsHow she landed on the Forbes 30 Under 30 listHer pivot from investment banking to working for a startupWhy she chose to pursue an MBAHer biggest takeaways from business school

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  • Summer is meant to be ENJOYED! In this episode, I'm sharing my plans for making the most out of the next three months by being super intentional in key areas of my life such as: health, career, finances and relationships and more.

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    Time stamps:

    2:22 Plot girl shit

    3:36 Confidence

    4:14 Pinterest boards

    4:54 Shopping for summer

    5:59 Setting an intention

    7:09 Setting goals

    9:24 Having fun requires planning

    11:41 Dating

    13:42 Morning and evening routines

    16:32 Booking health appointments

    17:54 Healthy habits for hot girl summer

    20:00 Beauty tips

    22:35 Being present

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  • In this episode, I'm celebrating a huge milestone in my business and want to share how I reached this place of feeling secure and at peace with following my dreams. I'll reflect on the setbacks I've faced over the years and share what I've learned about trusting your timing.

    If you've been feeling defeated, rejected, or behind, this episode is for you.

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  • In this episode, I'm recapping my first year at Wharton, sharing everything I wish I'd known before diving into my MBA journey, as well as my honest opinion on academics, social life, and the lessons I've learned during this time.

    I’m also answering your questions on time management, juggling relationships, how to prep for business school, and what's on my radar for year two.

    Timestamps:

    02:23 Academics

    09:16 My study routine

    12:00 My major

    13:53 Clubs

    16:34 Travel

    22:00 Social life

    24:41 Entrepreneurship

    27:38 Time management

    30:52 Average week in the life

    34:04 Plans for second year

    36:54 How to prep for grad school

    40:55 Product recommendations

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  • In this episode, we’re getting real about the struggles I've been facing as an entrepreneur. And how despite being overqualified in many aspects I still don’t feel ready to do a lot of things in my business. We’re talking perfectionism, money, and how I’m planning to scale my business with the resources and insights I've gotten from being a Wharton MBA student.

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  • As we close off the first quarter of 2024, I’m recapping my biggest takeaways and must-have items in wellness, beauty, and fashion from the past three months.

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    1:40 self-worth is the key to everything

    6:40 difference between capacity and capability

    8:49 not letting other people make you feel small

    12:17 wellness faves

    17:24 beauty faves

    20:45 fashion faves

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    Super gut prebiotic https://amzn.to/3vHNMVJ

    Owala water bottle https://amzn.to/3PNwPQu

    Skincare:

    Amazon sheet masks https://amzn.to/4cMOX75

    Supergoop glow screen https://howl.me/clYvyj5brHO

    Summer Fridays cushion cream https://howl.me/clYvEXcQ3To

    Topicals faded https://howl.me/clYvEX4sEnK

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    Beauty:

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    Nars liquid foundation https://howl.me/clYvEXUWo8T

    It cosmetics dual-ended foundation and concealer brush https://howl.me/clYvEXRw1mz

    Kosas concealer https://howl.me/clYvEYcjyMQ

    Giorgio armani conceler https://howl.me/clYvEX9qbKy

    Ole Henrikson lip peptide balm https://howl.me/clYvEXTK1vb

    Sol de janeiro delicio body balm https://howl.me/clYvEXsOjkO

    Clothing:

    Agolde low-rise baggy jeans https://howl.me/clYvEXtY0XE

    Skims boyfriend pant https://bit.ly/4al2AbX

    Sporty and rich sweat sets: https://www.sportyandrich.com/collections/sets

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  • We’re all busy but that shouldn’t be reason to leave your health at the bottom of your priorities. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing 8 health and wellness habits that have helped me feel my best and live a healthier life overall. From daily practices to supplements and workout routines. I hope these habits inspire and motivate you to establish a healthy routine that works for you.

    Resources mentioned:

    Pilates workouts:

    Form app

    Protein:

    Oikos 000 protein yogurt

    Chomps

    Owyn

    My electrolyte colostrum water:

    Armra colostrum

    Drip drop electrolytes

    For sleep:

    Superhuman app

    Beam dream drink

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  • As spring brings fresh new energy, this episode dives into everything I'm doing to glow up for the season. I hope this episode inspires you to hit the refresh button in your life and step into this new season feeling your absolute best.

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  • A breakdown of my expenses and how I budget as a grad student and business owner. I also answer your questions regarding career, failure, breakups and ADHD. You asked, I ANSWERED!

    5:24 Q1: How do you manage money as a grad student and business owner?

    9:37 Q2: How to navigate failure and career pivots

    12:25 Q3: What is bringing you joy right now?

    14:06 Q4: Breakup tips?

    17:17 Q5: How do you manage ADHD among all the boss girl sh*t you do?

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  • I’ve been putting off this topic for a while… but let’s unpack how I’ve been completely neglecting my mental and physical health through this crazy period of my life. This episode is about getting back on track. I'll share how I'm resetting my priorities, what I'm doing to climb out of this funk, and a daily habit that has been super helpful throughout this time.

    Show Notes

    1:20 Navigating the stress of recent events

    2:35 How to deal with too much on your plate

    6:39 Realizing when you’re engaging in unhealthy habits

    8:06 Getting my priorities straight!

    9:44 Being strategic vs trying to accomplish everything

    12:45 Dealing with the algorithm as a content creator

    14:02 Examining your priorities

    16:10 Ask yourself, are you self-sabotaging?

    17:01 The sacrifice to do the things you love is worth it

    18:11 Ways I’m prioritizing my health

    19:43 Orienting yourself with intention

    20:16 What are five things you’re proud of doing?

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  • I'm so excited to sit and chat with you guys! Today I'm answering a bunch of questions regarding dating, health, current favorites, classes at Wharton, and everything in between. So let's get cozy and start talking sh*t.

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    0:58 Second semester chat

    1:51 How am I liking Wharton?

    3:19 Falling back on priorities

    3:40 Group life reset

    4:21 Starting as a leadership fellow

    7:03 What I dislike about Wharton

    7:19 Favorite class I’ve taken

    9:45 Switching management companies

    12:20 Adjusting to the single life

    14:19 What I’m loving

    16:15 Travel favorites

    19:29 Red light therapy

    20:30 Supplement update!

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  • From corporate burnout to building her own creative agency, this week's guest, Madison Utendahl, walks us through her inspiring and multi-hyphenate career journey. We'll delve into her time at HBO, Refinery29, and her experience leading social media at the Museum of Ice Cream, and finally, how she founded her creative agency - Utendahl Creative, which has earned her recognition by Adweek's Creative 100 and Forbes' 30 Under 30.

    Madison shares her candid story: navigating an identity crisis, finding creative fulfillment, planning a strategic job exit, setting business standards that prioritize work-life balance, and finding a supportive life partner. You will definitely walk away with so many tangible insights to create a life and career you love.

    Show Notes

    0:57 Welcome Madison Utendahl!

    3:28 Recognizing and embracing your multi-hyphen life

    5:12 Madison’s career trajectory

    7:12 You are not above the early stages of your job

    8:01 Life after HBO

    8:49 Understanding the nuances of things you dislike

    10:21 Holding space for people and their differing creative ideas

    12:24 You’re sabotaging your privilege by accepting an unhealthy way of life

    14:31 Stop taking on unnecessary burdens

    16:22 Importance of peer accountability in the workplace

    18:27 Know your basic needs and accept the sacrifices

    20:02 Money can’t buy you happiness

    21:07 Realizing the corporate grind doesn’t work for you

    22:29 Nothing you see on social is real

    24:46 Advice for when you’re burnt out

    28:01 When you have strong boundaries, you don’t let your job/people push you to burn out

    30:43 You don’t have to reinvent the wheel, you can just emulate other successful companies/societies you look up to

    31:56 Questioning systemic/archaic constructs

    35:47 Having to be “twice as good”

    39:00 Discussing the engagement party

    41:40 Finding someone who supports your ambition

    42:52 Finding the right one once you accept your ambition

    43:48 Instrumental resources for personal and professional development

    46:08 Rapid fire questions!

    Keep up with Madison!

    Utendahl Creative

    @madison.utendahl on Instagram

    Resources/Mentioned

    The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker

    The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

    The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

    Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

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  • Discover four key elements that will reshape your self-image and strengthen your relationship with yourself. Tune in for practical inner work insights to help you build a more fulfilling and loving life.

    Show Notes

    1:24 How I’ve *really* been doing

    2:18 Why I love Valentine’s Day

    3:24 Self-love and what it means

    4:01 The categories of self-love

    5:27 Navigating the pressure/anxiety around not being in a relationship

    6:47 Putting yourself first regardless of your relationship status

    7:27 Three things that make up self-love

    8:36 How to build your inherit self-worth

    10:15 Try to see the nuance in things

    12:58 Self-esteem as a crucial component in building confidence

    15:00 If you’re swayed by other people’s opinions, you’’ never feel a true sense of self

    15:22 Let’s talk about self-discipline

    17:18 Redefining self-discipline

    18:11 Realizing you deserve more and acting accordingly

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    The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control by Katherine Morgan Schafler

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