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The Feminine Founder

The Feminine Founder

Caroline Pennington

Heyyyyy & welcome to The Feminine Founder!

I’m your host Caroline, former executive recruiter turned LinkedIn Marketing Expert OBSESSED with helping female entrepreneurs how to start, grow and scale their personal brand & business on LinkedIn. I have a passion for empowering & supporting women with entrepreneurial ventures.

On this podcast, you’ll hear from women sharing their stories and unpacking exactly how they did it in their business because we believe that as curious & ambitious women we can ALL learn from one another and to be inspired!
Every week you'll hear from entrepreneurs and workplace experts and no matter the size of your organization- you’ll gain insight and knowledge to help support you in your journey too!

So happy you’re here! Now, let’s dive in!

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The Feminine Founder - 113: Building a Supportive Community with Megan Tobler
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02/11/25 • 27 min

Do you feel like you are going through life alone? Maybe dealing with work or family or personal challenges can be hard and a lot of times we feel like we are on an island, party of one, going through it. But the reality is that we are not the only ones doing whatever it is.... fill in the blank. Building businesses, managing families, trying to improve professionally. Whatever it looks like for you, you are not alone and why finding community is so important.

In this conversation, Megan Tobler shares her inspiring journey from corporate sales to becoming a podcast host and community founder for female entrepreneurs. She discusses the challenges of balancing motherhood with building a business, the importance of authenticity in her approach, and the value of creating a supportive community. Megan emphasizes the significance of finding one's tribe and the rewarding experience of empowering other women in their entrepreneurial journeys.

takeaways

  • Megan identifies as a mom first, which drives her entrepreneurial journey.
  • Leaving corporate was a pivotal moment that led to unexpected opportunities.
  • Building a business should fit into the life you want, not the other way around.
  • Authenticity is key in connecting with your audience and building trust.
  • Community support is crucial for navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.
  • Podcasting has been a rewarding platform for sharing stories and building connections.
  • It's important to embrace your messy life and be real with your audience.
  • Finding your people can lead to incredible friendships and support.
  • Small wins in business should be celebrated as they contribute to overall success.

Connect further with Megan HERE or on IG at @selfstart.her

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LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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In this conversation, I sit down with Courtney Schulnick, a former lawyer turned mindfulness expert. Courtney shares her journey into mindfulness, emphasizing its importance in managing stress and anxiety in a busy world. She discusses practical techniques for incorporating mindfulness into daily life, the significance of mindfulness in the workplace, and the need for mindfulness education. The conversation highlights the transformative power of mindfulness and offers resources for those interested in starting their mindfulness journey.

takeaways

  • Mindfulness helps manage stress and anxiety effectively.
  • It's important to notice when we're not present.
  • Mindfulness can be practiced in various informal ways.
  • Mindfulness education should start at a young age.
  • Mindfulness can create a kinder, less reactive world.
  • Breath awareness is a key component of mindfulness.
  • Mindfulness practices can be integrated into daily routines.
  • Mindfulness can improve workplace culture and resilience.
  • Self-awareness through mindfulness can reclaim one's life.
  • Resources for mindfulness are widely available online.

Connect further with Courtney on LinkedIn HERE or visit her website HERE

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LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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Have you ever wondered about the benefits of regulating your nervous system? This is a topic I have been actively working on and wanting to learn more about. And as fate may have it, I met Jackie at a personal development event, and l truly love the work that she is doing through tapping.
In this conversation, Jackie shares her journey with tapping, a somatic therapy technique that combines Eastern acupuncture and Western psychology. She discusses how tapping has transformed her life, helped her regulate her nervous system, and allowed her to manifest her desires. Jackie emphasizes the importance of emotional healing and offers insights into how tapping can be used for various issues, including anxiety, health, and personal growth.

takeaways

  • Tapping is a blend of Eastern acupuncture and Western psychology.
  • It helps reset the nervous system and can alleviate anxiety quickly.
  • Jackie's journey with tapping began after experiencing trauma as a young mother.
  • Regulating the nervous system is crucial for personal and professional success.
  • Tapping can be used to manifest desires and improve overall well-being.
  • Storytelling and authenticity are key in building a community around tapping.
  • Tapping can address a wide range of issues, including chronic illness and emotional blockages.
  • The subconscious mind plays a significant role in emotional healing through tapping.

You can learn more about Jackie HERE and connect with her on IG @thejackiemcdonald

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LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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The Feminine Founder - 89: {Solo} FREE LinkedIn Webinar Coming Up
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08/22/24 • 3 min

If you are curious about how to grow your personal brand or business here on LinkedIn this webinar is for YOU! I’ll be teaching you exactly how I went from ZERO followers to over 7K in under a year. We will go through exactly how to grow your network and audience leading to endless leads and potential clients. I’ll show you how to position yourself as the “go to” and expert on here. And how to grow visibility to you and your business! Without any AD SPEND!
Link to register HERE: https://lnkd.in/eKdpKkXN
Can’t wait to see you there!
Have questions, send me a DM 😎

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LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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The Feminine Founder - 41: {Interview} Pivoting in Your Career with Sallie Holder
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02/13/24 • 19 min

Have you ever felt stuck in your professional career? At some level, I think we all have. Sallie is an amazing example of someone who went to law school to be an attorney, had a very successful career as an employment lawyer, but felt called to do something completely different. In today's episode, we talk through listening to your inner voice, being okay with hearing no and gaining the confidence and having the right mindset to pivot in your career.
Sallie Holder, Greenville, SC-native and Founder + CEO of The BRIMM - The Beyond Rock Middle Movement, is a passionate leader who thrives on helping like-minded entrepreneurs realize and ultimately achieve their true potential. Sallie’s expertise does not solely lie in mentoring business owners; her unique background qualifies her as one of the most distinctively decorated business coaches in the southeast.
Prior to founding The BRIMM, a premier business coaching community for female
entrepreneurs, Sallie graduated from Vanderbilt University in Human & Organizational
Development, received a law degree with a specialty in labor and employment law, advised some of the biggest companies in the world during her 10-year law career, and served as the Chief Operating Officer for six different companies. It was in these various roles that Sallie found her true passion for business coaching and felt called to provide the secrets of how larger companies found success.
Dynamic, engaging, and passionate are some of the many ways to describe Sallie as a leader. She has the uncanny ability to uncover the real things holding business owners back, even when they may not be aware of them themselves. She can pinpoint hurdles specific to each client and provide practical training and realistic steps to overcome them. Her unmatched holistic coaching style has fostered a resilient and engaged community of like-minded entrepreneurs that help empower each other.
Throughout her career, Sallie has received various achievements and accolades. In 2016, Sallie was awarded the “Jumpstart Award” for helping the highest number of people successfully launch their business during the fiscal year, and in 2021, she was named one of GSA Business Report’s Women of Influence. Also in 2021, USA Today named Sallie’s book Hitting Rock Middle one of the top-rated books th

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LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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The Feminine Founder - 115: Unlocking Video Confidence with Shauna Yurko
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02/25/25 • 29 min

It's 2025 and no matter how much you want to resist it, video marketing is IN. If you want to supercharge the know, like, trust factor with potential clients.... then it's time to start showing up on video.

In this conversation I sit down with THE videographer and YouTube Queen, Shauna Yurko. She shares her journey from producing infomercials to becoming a video confidence coach for entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of video in building trust and connection with audiences, discusses the energy and authenticity required for effective video content, and provides practical tips for overcoming self-consciousness. Shauna also highlights the benefits of batch creating content, the balance between scripted and authentic content, and the growing importance of video on platforms like LinkedIn. She concludes with advice on building confidence on camera and how to get started with video production.

takeaways

  • Video is essential for building trust with your audience.
  • Authenticity is key; you can't hide who you are on camera.
  • Batch creating content saves time and increases efficiency.
  • Confidence on camera is a skill that can be developed.
  • Planning your content ahead of time reduces pressure during filming.
  • Using a hype sheet can boost your confidence before filming.
  • Lighting and equipment choices can significantly impact video quality.
  • Engaging with your audience authentically leads to better connections.
  • LinkedIn is evolving; video content is becoming increasingly important there.
  • Practice makes perfect; the more you create, the better you'll get.

You can connect further with her HERE or find her on YouTube HERE

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LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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Have you ever looked into your closet and automatically your mood went south because you feel like you have nothing to wear? Me too!
Today I have a Professional Stylist with me. Estelle Winsett, a former attorney turned entrepreneur and personal stylist for female attorneys, shares her journey of discovering the power of style and its impact on confidence and professional success. She emphasizes the importance of dressing for success, representing yourself online, and building a versatile wardrobe. Estelle's work focuses on empowering women to feel confident and express their professional identity through style.

Takeaways

  • The power of style in shaping confidence and professional success
  • The importance of representing oneself professionally online
  • Building a versatile and empowering wardrobe
  • Embracing body positivity and empowering women through style

More on Estelle Winsett HERE and you can connect with her directly on LinkedIn HERE

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Start your podcast today!
Interested in starting a podcast, but don't know where to start? Check out Riverside.fm. It's easy!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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The Feminine Founder - 48: {Interview} What Leadership Means with Lyndsay Dowd
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03/19/24 • 15 min

Have you ever wondered what makes a great leader? Great leaders create irresistible culture that drives results. And great leaders are not just born, they are created though years of experience, their ability to pivot, tough decision making, professional development and coaching. In today's episode, Lyndsay Dowd and I discuss:
The benefits of leading with heart
The BEST question a leader can ask
How trust is your currency
Lyndsay Dowd is a Founder, Speaker, Coach, Podcast Host, Author and storyteller.
Lyndsay speaks to companies and coaches executives on the importance of building irresistible culture that DRIVES RESULTS! She shares humorous and gut wrenching stories of her experience of surviving both good and toxic culture.
With a 25+ year career in sales and management, Lindsay is an accomplished leader, decorated seller and has successfully managed large, cross brand, diverse, high performing sales teams.
If you are struggling with attrition, morale or toxic leadership, don't wait to lose more employees. Let Lyndsay help you build the organization your employees are proud of and watch your results improve. Click HERE to learn more!
Connect with Lyndsay on LinkedIn HERE

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Start your podcast today!
Interested in starting a podcast, but don't know where to start? Check out Riverside.fm. It's easy!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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In today's episode, Molly Lorenzi and I discuss how to put the human back into Human Resources. Molly Lorenzi is the co-founder of Envision Initiative, a human resources consulting agency that works with small to medium sized businesses and nonprofit organizations to create healthy workplaces where people are seen, heard, and empowered to grow. Molly is also the founder and lead attorney at Lex Terra Consulting, which provides legal and strategic support for organizations in the areas of corporate governance and employment law.

Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, Molly was an associate attorney at an international law firm, where she defended clients in global merger and competition conduct investigations, and in U.S. antitrust and trade cases in federal and state courts.

Molly’s personal life is filled with her toddler Stella, husband Luis, and Bernedoodle Matilda.

You can find Molly HERE
This is an episode you do not want to miss!

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Interested in starting a podcast, but don't know where to start? Check out Riverside.fm. It's easy!
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Support the show

LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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The Feminine Founder - 32:{Interview} Job Searching Tips in 2023 with Lisa Rangel
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12/12/23 • 23 min

Have you ever wondered how LinkedIn actually works? In today's episode, Lisa Rangel and I talk more about how to navigate the job market using LinkedIn and the exact steps you need to take to land your dream job. We talk through the importance of LinkedIn profile optimization, proactive outreach and working with Recruiters.
Lisa Rangel is the Founder/CEO of ChameleonResumes.com, the premier executive resume writing and job landing consulting firm the top-tier resource career store, with client success in 88+ countries. Lisa’s mission in life is to continue to make the world a happier place with one fulfilling, well-paying job change at a time using her 4-Step M.E.T.A. Job Landing System. She is a graduate of Cornell University and the first in her family to graduate from college.

She is a trusted senior-level job landing expert with an email subscriber list of 87,000 members and who has been featured or published over 200+ times in media outlets including Fortune, Forbes, Newsweek, Fast Company, Business Insider, LinkedIn, BBC, Investor's Business Daily, Crain's New York, Chicago Tribune, eFinancialCareers, Yahoo!, Monster, US News & World Report, Good Morning America & Fox Business News. She has also been selected by a number of private recruitment and search firms as an expert to provide guidance on how to land a fulfilling six-figure role.
More on Chameleon Resumes HERE to work with Lisa and her team.
Support the show HERE for exclusive access and bonus episodes!
This is an episode that you do not want to miss!

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Start your podcast today!
Interested in starting a podcast, but don't know where to start? Check out Riverside.fm. It's easy!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW:
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow your LinkedIn account HERE
ABOUT THE HOST:
Former Executive Recruiter turned LinkedIn Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women how to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business on LinkedIn. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my LinkedIn Digital Marketing Agency. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara.
This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.
Connect with me on LinkedIn HERE and follow the podcast page HERE
IG @cpennington55

Buy ChilledVino HERE

I'm so happy you are here!! Thanks for listening!!!

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How many episodes does The Feminine Founder have?

The Feminine Founder currently has 121 episodes available.

What topics does The Feminine Founder cover?

The podcast is about Marketing, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Podcasts, Business, Linkedin and Female Entrepreneur.

What is the most popular episode on The Feminine Founder?

The episode title '48: {Interview} What Leadership Means with Lyndsay Dowd' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Feminine Founder?

The average episode length on The Feminine Founder is 17 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Feminine Founder released?

Episodes of The Feminine Founder are typically released every 7 days.

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The first episode of The Feminine Founder was released on Feb 8, 2023.

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