• Sophie Badré: Peaceful Leadership in a Multicultural World
    May 21 2025
    In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, we sit down with leadership coach and global thinker Sophie Badré to explore what it truly means to lead in a multicultural world. Sophie unpacks the concept of peaceful leadership—a style rooted in kindness, self-awareness, and authentic communication—and why it’s becoming essential in today’s complex global landscape. From her rich experiences working across cultures, Sophie shares insights into how adaptability, intuition, and cultural sensitivity shape a leader’s effectiveness. The conversation dives deep into how leaders can build legacy through alignment, emotional intelligence, and genuine human connection, rather than authority or ego. Learn more about Sophie at: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sophie-badré Website: www.peaceful-leadership.com Email: sophie@peaceful-leadership.com Mentioned this Episode: Daniel Barenboim: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD7QUSiWc7QBP2XGRMGwjEg Butterfly Effect book: https://amzn.to/3Zjfq6R Dash poem: https://www.angelagillnelms.com/the-dash-poem-by-linda-ellis/ "I heard you die twice. Once when they bury you in the grave. And the second is the last time when someone mentions your name.": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OrLroFa0AI&t=66s The Culture Map: https://amzn.to/43bWlVq Radical Candor: https://amzn.to/43hO6HC Questions Are the Answer: https://amzn.to/431g5wg About Angela: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies. Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com. About The AGN Group: At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com. Social Media Channels: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881 Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/ Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2 Want to be a Podcast Guest? If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com. Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.
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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Badass Best of: Real Talk on Conflict Management
    May 7 2025

    Conflict is inevitable, but how we handle it makes all the difference.

    In this special “best of” episode, we’ve curated powerful moments from past guests who’ve shared their wisdom on navigating conflict at work and in life. From embracing discomfort to leaning into tough conversations, our guests offer practical strategies, candid stories, and refreshing perspectives on what it means to manage tension with empathy, clarity, and confidence.

    Whether you're leading a team, managing up, or facing peer-to-peer challenges, this montage is packed with insights to help you transform conflict into connection.

    Watch the full interviews here:

    • Mark Williams: https://youtu.be/RVhQK9FT0hI?si=HP3AE0An7YAaz3fD

    • Patrick Lyons: https://youtu.be/Crf6TXEB-Rk?si=9U3DsVX1HxkF1q3V

    • Gia Ganesh & Angela Gill Nelms: https://youtu.be/vh69c_f4Sv8?si=hQX1M2dx6bcnKyOc

    • Marc Reifenrath: https://youtu.be/x4yuJeb3G4Q?si=MsI0yunXLmxkeDR7

    About Angela:
    Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies.

    Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com.

    About The AGN Group:
    At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com.

    Social Media Channels:

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts

    • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f

    • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881

    • Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/

    • Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod

    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2

    Want to be a Podcast Guest?

    If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com.

    Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.

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    16 mins
  • Sherry Farrugia: Diversity is the Driver, Creating Inclusive Healthcare Innovation
    Apr 30 2025

    In this episode, Angela Gill Nelms sits down with Sherry Farrugia, Senior Vice President at Veranex, to unpack what it really takes to lead in today’s complex healthcare and life sciences landscape. From her decades in health IT to her work commercializing cutting-edge medical devices, Sherry shares the behind-the-scenes lessons that have shaped her leadership philosophy — one rooted in empathy, inclusion, and relentless innovation.

    We dive into the challenges women face in STEM, how public-private partnerships can actually work, and why diversity isn’t just a checkbox — it’s the key to better solutions. Sherry opens up about the importance of a joint mission, the art of conflict resolution, and how to build sustainable teams in a fast-moving, high-stakes industry.

    Learn more about Sherry at:

    • Instagram: sherryfar723

    • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sherryfarrugia

    • Website: www.veranex.com

    About Angela:
    Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies.

    Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com.

    About The AGN Group:
    At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com.

    Social Media Channels:

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts

    • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f

    • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881

    • Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/

    • Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod

    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2

    Want to be a Podcast Guest?

    If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com.

    Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Gia Ganesh: Behind the Mic with Angela Gill Nelms
    Apr 23 2025
    In this special role-reversal episode of Badass Leaders Podcast, the mic is flipped! Angela Gill Nelms, usually the fearless host, takes the hot seat while her dear friend and fellow badass leader, Gia Ganesh, steps in as interviewer. What unfolds is a raw, inspiring, and refreshingly candid conversation about leadership, resilience, and what it really means to be brave. Angela opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome, learning to lead with authenticity, and how a tough childhood shaped her fierce determination. She shares the wisdom she’s gained from motherhood, her journey as a single parent pursuing higher education, and her commitment to giving back through the AGN Group and Georgia Tech. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned exec, this episode is packed with insight, laughter, and moments that might just shift how you lead—and live. Learn more about Gia at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giaganesh/ Website: https://giaganesh.com/meet-your-career-success-coach-gia-ganesh/ Mentioned this episode: Angela's blacksmithing: https://www.angelagillnelms.com/1287-2/Woodturning Bowls: https://www.angelagillnelms.com/1332-2/Radical Candor: https://amzn.to/42EL7IHMaking of a Manager: https://amzn.to/42oOc0L About Angela: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies. Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com. About The AGN Group: At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com. Social Media Channels: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881 Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/ Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2 Want to be a Podcast Guest? If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com. Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.
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    58 mins
  • Tracy Lee: Redefining Tech Leadership
    Apr 16 2025
    In this episode, host Angela Gill Nelms chats with Tracy Lee—entrepreneur, technologist, and advocate for women in tech—about her journey from learning to code to leading in the health and life sciences space. Tracy shares why building community matters, how to hire for culture adds over culture fits, and why meaningful work resonates so strongly with today’s talent. They dive into the nuances of leadership vs. management, the challenges of scaling engineering teams, and how AI is reshaping the way we work. Packed with real talk, insights, and laughs, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the evolving tech landscape. Learn more about Tracy at: Instagram: ladyleet LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tracyslee Website:www.thisdot.co YouTube: youtube.com/@theleadershipexchange Twitter / X: @ladyleet Podcasts: The Leadership Exchange by This Dot Labs, and Modern Web Mentioned in this Episode: Angela’s episode on The Leadership Exchange: https://youtu.be/0k09L2o46wA?si=kXNIKnPV0cqe_YQe Cursor: https://www.cursor.com/ V0.dev: https://v0.dev/ About Angela: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies. Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com. About The AGN Group: At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com. Social Media Channels: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881 Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/ Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2 Want to be a Podcast Guest? If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com. Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Steve Garraty: What Cancer Taught Me About Business & Life
    Apr 9 2025
    In this insightful episode, Steve Garraty, author of Grapefruit, shares how his battle with cancer reshaped his views on life, leadership, and gratitude. The conversation explores the power of empathy in navigating grief, the role of appreciation in leadership, and the contrast between managers and true leaders. Listeners gain valuable insights on building a winning culture, transforming underperforming teams, and integrating purpose into leadership. The episode concludes with key lessons on presence, personal growth, and fostering strong, community-driven leadership. Learn more about Steve at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevegarratyauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegarratyauthor Website: https://stevegarraty.com/meet-author-steve-garraty/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sgarraty1 Book: https://amzn.to/3Y6vs3J The poem read from Steve’s book: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/969007-if-you-want-to-know-the-value-of-one-year About Angela: Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies. Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com. About The AGN Group: At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com. Social Media Channels: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881 Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/ Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2 Want to be a Podcast Guest? If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com. Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Sherry Grote: How Marketers Can Find Their Voice
    Apr 2 2025

    In this episode, Sherry Grote shares her journey from traditional marketing to becoming a licensed pastor and industry leader. She discusses balancing creativity with data-driven strategies, leading fragmented teams, and the power of communication in workplace culture.

    Sherry also introduces Harmony Hero, an initiative empowering marketers and HR professionals to find their voice and drive change. The conversation explores emotional intelligence, team dynamics, leadership, key differences between B2B and B2C marketing, team-building strategies, and the impact of cultural diversity on collaboration.

    Learn more about Sherry Grote at:

    • Facebook: The Harmony Hero

    • Instagram: @theharmonyhero

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrygrote/

    • Website: www.theharmonyhero.com

    • The DiSC test: https://discvalueprofiles.com/blog/what-are-the-disc-personality-types-a-deeper-look-at-12-styles/

    About Angela:
    Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies.

    Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com.

    About The AGN Group:
    At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com.

    Social Media Channels:

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts

    • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f

    • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881

    • Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/

    • Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod

    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2

    Want to be a Podcast Guest?

    If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com.

    Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.

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    54 mins
  • Mark Williams: From Barstool to Boardroom, The Rise of a CEO
    Mar 26 2025

    In this episode, we sit down with an insurance industry CEO Mark Williams to explore the nuances of authentic leadership. Our conversation delves into creating employee-centric cultures, fostering open communication, and balancing business goals with employee well-being. We discuss the significance of vulnerability, empathy, and personal branding, sharing insights on conflict resolution, embracing failures, and encouraging innovation.

    Tune in for practical takeaways and personal anecdotes that highlight the human side of effective leadership.

    Learn more about Mark at:

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-bi/

    • Website: www.markwwilliams.com

    • Book: https://amzn.to/4ieUOnZ

    About Angela:
    Angela Gill Nelms is a trailblazer in the creation of exceptional companies and teams. She serves as the Director of Biolocity and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both The AGN Group and the Recovery Advocate Network. Previously, she held the position of Chief Operations Officer at Aetos Imaging, RenovoRx, and Florence Healthcare. With a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech, Angela has a proven track record of successfully navigating the FDA, leading diverse teams, prioritizing the needs of customers and patients, and building exceptional companies.

    Angela shares her lessons learned around the country in keynote speeches, coaching, and team-building workshops. Learn more about Angela at www.AngelaGillNelms.com.

    About The AGN Group:
    At The AGN Group, we believe every individual, team, and company can unlock their inner badass, one brave step at a time. We offer keynote and panel speaking, leadership and team-building workshops, fractional and management consulting, brand and storytelling services. Email us at hello@TheAGNGroup.com to connect. Learn more at www.TheAGNGroup.com.

    Social Media Channels:

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bebravebebadass/podcasts

    • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/73Dg8OQ7SqtGtSiCWQUfLB?si=c17c0f1abe29446f

    • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-leaders-podcast-brave-hearts-brave-conversations/id1788987881

    • Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Badass-Leaders-Podcast-Brave-Hearts-Brave-Conversations-Badass-Leaders/B0DS2CQL9V?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassleaderspodcast/

    • Twitter: https://x.com/BALeadersPod

    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baleaderspod

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/badass-leaders-podcast2

    Want to be a Podcast Guest?

    If you are interested in being a guest on the podcast, email brave@angelagillnelms.com.

    Learn more about the podcast at www.BadassLeadersPodcast.com.

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    1 hr and 18 mins