Feeling off-track with your goals? You’re not alone. In this episode of But First, She Failed, host Paola Soares walks you through a mid-year reset strategy to help you realign, refocus, and finish 2025 strong.

This episode is for high-achieving women, working moms, and goal-getters who are ready to take back control of their year. Learn how to reevaluate your goals, reconnect with your “why,” build systems that support productivity, and eliminate distractions—so you can make the next six months your most successful season yet.

Whether your goals are business, personal, health, or career-related, this episode is packed with practical tips to reset your mindset, create systems, and finish the year empowered.

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Struggling to stay motivated? Feeling discouraged and wondering if it’s even worth it to keep going? This episode is for you.

This week on But First, She Failed, host Paola Soares talks about what it means to show up even when you don’t feel like it—especially in those moments when confidence is low, self-doubt is loud, and the results just aren’t showing up yet.

Whether you’re building a business, growing in your career, or stepping out in faith, discouragement is part of the journey—but it doesn’t have to define you.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Why motivation isn’t always the answer—and what works instead

• How to push through discouragement and find your purpose in the process

• The mindset shifts that help you keep showing up when it’s hard

• How to fight self-doubt and imposter syndrome with consistency and courage

• A faith-filled reminder that you’re not behind—you’re just building

This one is honest, encouraging, and the exact push you need if you’ve been feeling stuck, tired, or on the verge of giving up.

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In this episode of the But First, She Failed podcast, Paola Soares breaks down how to actually develop a growth mindset—one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional success.

You’ll learn how to start thinking differently, move past self-doubt, and build habits that support long-term growth. Whether you’re facing setbacks, navigating a career transition, or simply ready to level up, this episode gives you the mindset tools to rise.

Paola explores:

• The key differences between a growth and fixed mindset

• Why a growth mindset is essential for success

• How to challenge your current thought patterns

• Practical ways to build resilience and confidence

• A step-by-step framework to start shifting your mindset today

This conversation will help you stop playing small and start believing that you are capable of growth, change, and greater impact. These 11 steps will guide you through rewiring your mindset—one intentional decision at a time.

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Do you ever feel like you're not good enough at work, or worry you're falling behind in your career or business? In this empowering episode of But First, She Failed, host Paola Soares juxtaposes a growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset in various scenarios— especially in the workplace.

If you’re a woman chasing big dreams but battling low confidence, imposter syndrome, or fear of failure, this episode is for you. We go beyond mindset theory and get real about how these mindsets show up in everyday work scenarios — from getting passed up for a promotion to launching your first offer as an entrepreneur.

• What happens when you don’t get the job or promotion you hoped for

• How mindset affects pitching big ideas, leading teams, or switching careers

• The difference in how women with a growth vs. fixed mindset react to feedback

• Why comparison at work or in business can either empower you — or shut you down

• How to move through imposter syndrome moments with grace and self-compassion

In this episode you’ll learn whether you are operating from a growth mindset or a fixed mindset when it comes to your career, business and personal life. This and more.

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What is the one trait or characteristic that all successful people have in common?

In this episode, host Paola Soares shares what she has learned after talking to countless trailblazers as well as reading books on this topic and being in proximity to many highly successful people.

In this episode she dives into the power of a growth mindset, what it is and the background on it as well as the difference between a growth mindset and fixed mindset and why learning and adapting a growth mindset will propel you into success. So whether you are a student, struggling with growing your career, an entrepreneur or taking a career power pause make sure to listen to this episode to learn how to apply it and become successful.

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In this episode of the But First, She Failed Podcast, host Paola Soares welcomes Nikki Barua — serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and Interim CEO of Latinas in Tech — for a powerful conversation on thriving in the age of AI.

As artificial intelligence continues to rapidly transform the workforce, it’s no longer a question of if AI will affect our careers, but how. A recent McKinsey Global Survey reports that AI adoption has soared from 20% in 2017 to 78% in 2025, and nearly 40% of global jobs are expected to be impacted. For women — especially millennial Latinas navigating the entrepreneurial world or advancing their careers — the stakes are high.

In her 25-year career in innovation, Nikki has helped global brands transform their culture and capabilities. Now she is on a mission to help business leaders reinvent the way they lead, live, and succeed in the age of AI.

Nikki has won numerous awards, including Entrepreneur of the Year by ACE among others— she’s been recognized in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Women, named an LA Woman of Influence by The Business Journals and Women of Entrepreneurship by LA Lakers.

In this interview she shares why it’s crucial that we lean into AI now, what women can do to bridge the AI Skills Gap so they can future-proof their careers and skillset, and where to start if you have no idea how to get up to speed on AI… this and so much more…

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In this episode of the But First She Failed podcast, Host Paola Soares tackles a topic that many of us face but few talk about openly—discouragement. Drawing from her own experiences, Paola unpacks how discouragement can silently impact our careers, businesses, dreams, and mental well-being.

She discusses the dangers of discouragement and reminds us that feeling discouraged doesn’t make us weak—it makes us human. Through an honest and empowering conversation, Paola offers practical steps to move forward, including practicing self-compassion, reaching out for support, and taking intentional action.

Whether you're navigating a tough season, questioning your path, or simply feeling stuck, this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped to keep going—with renewed motivation and resilience.

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