Fearless Females

Welcome to Fearless Females – the podcast designed to inspire and guide young women forging their paths in traditionally male-dominated industries. Your host, Lorie Jones owner of FearLess Financial Advisors, is here to kindle the flames of ambition and resilience in every 20-something listener.Immerse yourself in the grace of conversations with seasoned women entrepreneurs and executives who've triumphed over challenges and achieved remarkable success.Whether you're navigating the professional world or aiming to uplift others, join us for candid discussions that reveal the triumphs, trials, and transformative moments shaping extraordinary careers.Unlock the strategies, skills, and a fearless mindset needed to thrive in any industry. Fearless Females is your compass for gracefully navigating uncharted waters, breaking barriers, and fostering a community of unstoppable women.Are you ready to be fearless? Tune in now and let the journey to professional greatness begin!

Fearless Females is a business podcast hosted by Lorie Jones, with 135 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Lorie Jones hosts Fearless Females, a business show with 135 episodes published.

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  Leading Without Shrinking with Saly Fayez: Why Playing Small Costs You More

  Aug 16, 202649 min

  In today's episode, Lorie Jones is spotlighting Saly Fayez, director of Victim Services at Fairfax County Police Department, whose story exemplifies bold leadership, unwavering empathy, and a powerful choice to never shrink in the face of challenge. From being voluntold into an unexpected path to building and nurturing high-performing teams that now carry her legacy, Saly's journey is a testament to letting your voice be heard. With over two decades in law-enforcement advocacy, she reveals hard-earned insights about loyalty and confidence, and the importance of leading with purpose and heart. Tune in for a conversation beyond procedural advice. Saly shares vulnerable career lessons and discusses the high stakes of advocating for victims of violent crime. She offers actionable strategies for young women to claim their seat and lead unapologetically, with a reminder that your place at the table is not just deserved, but needed. Show Highlights: Lorie's family experience with trauma and victim advocacy. [01:06] Choosing careers that choose us that arise outside plans. [07:25] What leadership and a leadership legacy really means. [10:12] The power of refusing to shrink your voice and expectations. [14:55] Are direct victim advocacy roles suited for everyone? [17:07] Surprising work text misreading to beware of with Gen-Zers. [19:05] How to build better teams—and why female collegiality matters. [20:36] Navigating loyalty in professional relationships with wisdom. [24:14] Why a well-earned, guaranteed retirement package is a win. [30:30] Learn about the weight and reality of victim advocacy. [34:43] Gender bias in the police, and confidence tips for all fields. [38:29] Wisdom for handling gossip and unwarranted people issues. [42:09] Strong advice for young women to grow and pick their battles. [46:49] If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review! For more information about Lorie Jones, go to https://fearlessfinancialadvisors.com/fearless-females .

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  Choosing What Fuels You with Angela Troccoli: Building a Life That Gives Energy Back

  Aug 9, 202647 min

  Today, Lorie Jones sits down with Angela Troccoli, head of marketing at Revecore, to shine a light on what it really takes to build a standout career as a woman in traditionally male-driven industries. Angela brings her refreshingly honest perspective, sharing how she charted a unique course from supply chain analytics to marketing leadership by embracing risk, using her natural strengths, and never losing sight of her personal goals. She offers tangible tips on self-advocacy, strategic networking (especially for introverts!), and the power of tracking your professional wins. This episode offers a wealth of actionable mentorship, covering key themes from smart financial investments to why investing in yourself and setting boundaries are non-negotiable. Join Angela with Lorie for inspiration to keep your ambitions front and center, and step confidently into your next chapter! Show Highlights: A top book for powerful, likable leadership and confidence. [02:36] The role of thoughtful pivots behind steady career trajectories. [04:25] Are "math brain" supply chain skills transferable to marketing? [06:56] Why build your brand, even if you're an introvert, and ways to do it. [09:32] How to make time to network and do it in the right spaces. [12:44] Uncommon advice to lean into building life beyond strengths. [14:52] Why women must learn self-promotion to get promoted fast. [16:49] A deep look at learning to set boundaries at all work levels. [22:41] Early financial planning moves not to miss for lasting freedom. [29:53] Experiencing otherness as working women, and tips for resolving it. [37:57] Key advice to early career women to keep their "pitch book." [43:45] How to connect with Angela Troccoli or reach out to her for guidance: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela1morel/?skipRedirect=true (Mention in your message to Angela that you found her through the Fearless Females podcast!) Angela's website: https://www.angelatroccoli.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review! For more information about Lorie Jones, go to https://fearlessfinancialadvisors.com/fearless-females .

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  The Power of Strategic Relationships with Barbara Pawar: Why Success Is Never Solo

  Aug 2, 202659 min

  In this week's episode, Lorie Jones is spotlighting Barbara Pawar, managing director at Avanade, known for her remarkable career pivots and intentional approach to building success. Barbara shares why real human connection is becoming even more valuable in today's AI-driven world, offering practical networking strategies for professional women who want their relationships to propel both business and personal growth. She opens up about her decision to leave politics for business, the lessons learned from charting her own course, and the game-changing impact of finding the right partner—professionally and personally. The episode explores how women can champion each other in the workplace, serve as catalysts for change, and actively shape their own leadership journeys. Filled with relatable stories and actionable insights, this conversation will inspire you if you're ready to own your next move. Show Highlights: Making big pivots at the top, at the right time. [06:04] What's the role of political values in our comfort in a career? [10:19] Why the right life partner will help shape your career. [17:59] Assessing the motive behind advice, the advisor, and your situation. [24:57] The critical importance of networking as professional women. [31:55] Lessons from Amazon's Women's Advocacy Circle from its co-founder. [34:23] The value of fostering top performers when leading teams. [40:39] Advice to participate in investment and saving vehicles early. [45:19] Ensuring that you network with men, and icebreaker ideas. [48:09] How can step-parenting make you a better executive? [52:17] The critical need for stronger collaboration in the age of AI. [57:01] To connect with Barbara Pawar on LinkedIn, go to https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbaramerolapawar/ . If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review! For more information about Lorie Jones, go to https://fearlessfinancialadvisors.com/fearless-females .

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  The Cost of Being Likable with Meredith Farley: Navigating Leadership as a Woman

  Jul 26, 202656 min

  This week, Lorie Jones welcomes Meredith Farley, CEO and founder of Medbury, for a fresh look at what it truly means to forge your own path as a woman in business. You will discover how Meredith navigated a world full of double standards and learned to own her strengths, even when labeled "too much" or "too nice." The conversation sparkles with lessons on investing in your growth—whether through education, personal style, or boldly embracing your expertise. Expect real stories of career pivots, unexpected opportunities, and the grit required to build a business as a woman. With practical wisdom, compassion, and actionable inspiration for self-belief, resilience, and standing tall in your authority, this episode is perfect for professional women who are ready to keep reaching higher and supporting each other along the way. Show Highlights: How Chekhov can help improve your social media writing. [03:47] Key LinkedIn-specific training female founders are taking. [09:59] Financial need and "spidey sense" validity in career decision-making. [12:14] The value of investing in a good, high-end wardrobe. [15:24] Broadening initial service offerings vs. offering niche expertise. [22:23] Are trust dynamics among women elevating female founders? [23:53] Growth practices to learn self-compassion, and two key books. [27:34] Explore gender-based career influences women experience. [39:44] Learning to stop diminishing your authority as women in business. [46:47] Fearlessly owning the perception bucket the world will put you in. [49:41] Advice for young women to embrace what "nerds them out." [52:45] If you have questions, Meredith Farley can be reached via email at meredith@medburyagency.com . Find Meredith on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredith-farley . If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review! For more information about Lorie Jones, go to https://fearlessfinancialadvisors.com/fearless-females .

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  Success Beyond the Grind with Laura Nardella: Rethinking Hustle Culture

  Jul 19, 202635 min

  This week, Lorie Jones sits down with Laura Nardella, a dynamic sales leader recognized for her trailblazing journey in digital advertising at groundbreaking companies like MTV, Hulu, Spotify, and Reddit—a path marked by intentional choices, personal reinvention, and radical honesty about the realities women face in male-dominated industries. Listen to Laura open up about the pressures of exhaustion culture, the pivotal power of setting boundaries, and how a major health scare reshaped her approach to leadership and life. She highlights the importance of flexibility not just as a parental perk but as a human right, the value of learning from mistakes, and the vital role of owning your individual path. If you're craving an honest conversation about ambition, authenticity, and building a career on your own terms, get ready—this episode is for you. Let's get started! Show Highlights: The power of nonlinear paths to resilient, intentional careers. [05:14] How curiosity drives careers, including what's next with AI. [06:21] Should we deliberately pursue digital over traditional media? [09:09] Why boundaries are the first best investment to make in life. [12:01] The danger of overwork and how to model unplugging as a leader. [16:02] Learn a 2-minute trick to transform regret into learning. [20:56] The value of celebrating small wins in team culture. [23:27] What a financial advisor can do for your future and freedom. [24:11] Is flexibility just for working moms or a common human need? [27:49] Silver linings in Laura's recovery from breast cancer and advocacy. [29:58] Three pearls of wisdom for young women from a fearless female. [32:49] Laura Nardella welcomes your questions at laurajanenardella@gmail.com . If you enjoyed this episode, please go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review! For more information about Lorie Jones, go to https://fearlessfinancialadvisors.com/fearless-females .

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