Welcome back to She Means Millions! In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the purpose and evolution of our podcast. We, Kym Yancey, Briana Dai, and Sandra Yancey, dive deep into what authenticity truly means in the world of business and entrepreneurship, while sharing our journey of building a multi-million dollar, family-run enterprise.

Ready for a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually takes to achieve success and fulfillment in business? We’re breaking away from the overused buzzwords and viral “top 5” lists to talk honestly about the importance of authenticity, the power of listening to your audience, and why doing the work—yes, the real, sometimes-grinding work—is essential.

Whether you're looking for inspiration as a woman entrepreneur, wondering how to build a business and legacy with your family, or searching for actionable insights on authentic leadership, this episode is for you.

In this heartfelt episode, we talk about why we started She Means Millions and why authenticity and connection are at the very core of our podcast. We share the behind-the-scenes of building a global, multimillion-dollar business, managing a family succession, and why our growth—and yours—relies on continuous feedback, being a lifelong student, and committing to action (even when it's hard).

We discuss why many entrepreneurs get stuck, how to break out of a rut, and the critical mindset shifts that separate those who thrive from those who settle. We also explore the real definition of happiness as found in the entrepreneurial journey, and how gratitude is a driving force for success.

1. The Power of Authenticity

1. Authentic conversations are the future of business and podcasting. People can sense inauthenticity from a mile away!
2. Real growth comes from human connection, vulnerability, and transparent communication.

2. Why We Launched This Podcast

1. We wanted a space to connect more deeply and personally—not just teach or “present,” but invite real dialogue.
2. The unique family dynamic of our business is at the heart of every conversation.

3. Listening to Your Audience

1. Our show’s content is shaped by real feedback and questions from our community, just like our business decisions.
2. Always ask: Are you giving your audience what you want, or what they actually need?

4. Doing the Work

1. There’s no shortcut: true success comes from relentless, sometimes unseen, effort.
2. Every journey has challenges—don’t quit “five minutes before the miracle.”
3. Invest in yourself and be a student. Don’t ask more from your customers than you’re willing to give to your own growth.

5. Action vs. Inspiration

1. Buying a program or talking about goals isn’t enough—you need to apply what you learn.
2. Your reputation is built through ongoing, repeated action.

6. Embracing Happiness & Gratitude in the Journey

1. Happiness isn’t just at the finish line. It’s the joy you feel striving toward your potential.
2. Regularly practice gratitude for your progress and appreciate how far you’ve come.

7. Honest Reflection Leads to Growth

1. Get real with yourself: What’s actually holding you back? Use sentence stems like “If I’m perfectly honest, the reason I’m struggling with my business is…” to unlock clarity and action.

We believe true success is co-created. We want to hear from you! What topics do you want us to tackle next? What resonated with you from today’s episode? Leave us your feedback, share your stories, and let’s keep this authentic conversation going.

If you’re ready to level up your entrepreneurial journey, join our vibrant network of 500,000+ women supporting women at eWomenNetwork.com. And don’t forget—subscribe, share this episode with a friend, and leave us a review so we can continue serving you exactly what you need.

Let’s keep striving, connecting, and making millions—together!

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Welcome back to She Means Millions! On this episode, we get personal—more than we have been—as we peel back the layers and share stories from our lives that most people don’t know. If you’ve ever wondered what truly drives us, how we tackle rejection, or even our oddest habits (yes, ironing sheets and nose clippers were discussed!), this episode is for you.

In this episode, we open up about the moments and mindsets that shaped us, from childhood bullying and growing confidence to lessons learned from creative careers and the realities of entrepreneurship. We dive deep into the ways our personalities, upbringing, and competitive spirit have influenced our paths as women leaders and as a family. You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at our branding secrets, how we tackle business challenges, and the value of finding your tribe.

1. Getting Personal & Vulnerable: We share stories about our upbringings, struggles with confidence, rejection, and how these helped us evolve.
2. Odd Habits and Idiosyncrasies: Sandra’s ironing sheets, Briana’s obsession with grapes, and Kym’s nose clippers—these quirks are part of what makes us real.
3. Growth Through Rejection: Discover how Briana’s journey through LA’s acting scene—and losing out to Lucy Hale—led to major clarity and self-realization.
4. Competitive Spirit: We discuss what it means to be fiercely competitive (from band and color guard to fitness modeling), and how that drive leads to achieving excellence.
5. Body Image & Self-Acceptance: Briana opens up about body dysmorphia, confidence struggles, and the importance of loving yourself, especially in environments that challenge it.
6. Branding & Business Evolution: Learn how we approach branding, our detailed brand photography processes, and the birth of Celebrity Science—helping women package and elevate their expertise.
7. Networking and Community: Sandra shares invaluable lessons about reading the room, assimilating quickly, and the importance of getting out of your backyard to connect with a powerful network.
8. The Importance of Celebration: Kym reflects on his music career, and the lesson that success needs to be celebrated—don’t just move on to the next goal!
9. Rapid Fire Fun: Favorite snacks, travel memories, and movies (yes, Jurassic Park and Bridges of Madison County are up there).

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t miss out on joining the eWomenNetwork—a powerhouse of over 500,000 women entrepreneurs committed to supporting each other and growing together. Head to ewomennetwork.com and become part of a thriving community that will elevate your personal and professional journey.

Subscribe, share, and let us know your weirdest habit or most surprising takeaway! Catch us next episode where we’ll keep unpacking the stories, strategies, and truths that help us—and YOU—mean millions.

Let’s get real, grow together, and keep pushing for that next level—not just in business, but in life.

00:00 "Bullying, Rejection, and Clarity"

04:30 "From Band Nerd to Cool"

08:53 Body Image Struggles and Bullying

10:30 "Redefining Hard Work's Limits"

13:37 Dream vs. Calling Shift

18:30 "Organized Brand Photo Shoot Guide"

21:59 Engaging with Women Nationwide

25:39 "Understanding Shared Challenges"

28:37 "Serious About Scaling Businesses"

31:40 "Reflecting on Achievements Uncelebrated"

33:17 "Tomorrow's Love Song Lesson"

36:59 "The Art of Connection"

40:52 "Birth of Celebrity Science"

44:44 "Airport Twizzler Offer"

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Welcome to another episode of She Means Millions, where we dive deep into the real-life lessons, behind-the-scenes stories, and business wisdom from our journey with eWomenNetwork and beyond. In this episode, we—Sandra Yancey, Briana Dai, and Kym Yancey—share some of the most unexpected and transformative lessons we've learned in business: from high-stakes launches and membership sales to the tricky art of hiring, collaborating, and working with friends and family.

In this episode, we open up about some of our biggest risks, surprising wins, and tough mistakes throughout our entrepreneurial journey. We talk candidly about what it's really like to pitch bold ideas (like international luxury retreats!), pivot during uncertain times (thanks, COVID!), and navigate some of the hardest aspects of leadership—especially the emotional toll of collaborations gone wrong and the challenge of hiring the right people. Plus, we get real about the power of communication, setting boundaries, and learning to trust our gut.

1. Unexpected Business Wins
2. How a flash sale for our 25th anniversary became the best membership day ever.
3. Why trusting your intuition—even if you're the only one in the room who believes—pays off.
4. Launching High-Ticket Retreats & International Events
5. Our journey from pitching a "retreat on retreats" in Thailand to scaling unique experiences in Bali, Cape Town, and the French Riviera.
6. The power of offering transformative experiences over simple products or services.
7. Navigating Crisis and Pivoting During COVID
8. The challenges and ultimate success of moving to virtual events, including six-figure productions and Facebook challenge launches.
9. Lessons on risk-taking, rapid innovation, and team unity in uncertain times.
10. Hiring, Collaborating, and Boundary Setting
11. Our mistakes and insights around hiring (especially friends), recognizing entitlement, and managing expectations.
12. Why time exposes or promotes—letting relationships have space to evolve.
13. The importance of setting clear roles and maintaining leadership presence.
14. Communication & Conflict Resolution
15. Our "progress and pinches" weekly meetings method for healthy team communication.
16. The value of discussing wins and challenges before they bubble into bigger issues.
17. Why open, honest conversations are the cornerstone of family and business success.
18. Self-Care and Emotional Resilience

Welcome to another episode of She Means Millions! We're so thrilled to have you join us as we dive into the sometimes-messy, often-amusing, and always insightful journey of balancing family and business. As a family working together to run and grow eWomenNetwork, we know firsthand how juggling personal relationships and professional responsibilities can create challenges—and plenty of great stories along the way.

In this candid and laughter-filled episode, we (Briana, Sandra, and Kym) open up about the realities of blending family life with the demands of entrepreneurship. We discuss personal anecdotes, including hilarious "walk-out" moments, the differences in work and communication styles among us, and the power of intentional boundaries. Whether it's a stressful conference week or figuring out how to set self-care routines, we share what works, what doesn’t, and how we’ve grown together—both as a business and as a family.

Key Topics & Takeaways

1. The Myth of Work-Life Balance: We debunk the idea that complete balance is possible, instead offering honest tips for recognizing and adjusting to different life and business “seasons.”
2. Setting Boundaries with Family at Work: Discover how we separate family dynamics from professional roles—right down to whether Briana addresses us as “Mom/Dad” or “Sandra/Kym” in the office!
3. Embracing Different Work Styles: We highlight the challenge (and gift) of working alongside creative, last-minute problem solvers and strategic planners within the same business.
4. The “Start Over” Family Rule: Learn about our safe word for stressful moments and why being good at “repair” is more important than never messing up.
5. Navigating Succession Planning: We offer a behind-the-scenes look at planning for a family business transition—how we’re doing it, why communication matters, and the importance of mutual respect and readiness.
6. Self-Care & Recovery After Big Pushes: Hear our real strategies for decompressing after events while managing the guilt (and logistics) of family commitments.
7. Tools for Managing Relationship Dynamics: From “calming forces” during high-stress times to making space for one another’s frustrations without escalating, we share what keeps us functioning as a team.

Are you balancing your family and business—or thinking about starting a venture with loved ones? Join the She Means Millions community! Connect with over 500,000 supportive women entrepreneurs at eWomenNetwork.com to share your journey, get resources, and grow alongside a network of women helping women.

Don’t forget to subscribe to She Means Millions and share this episode if it’s inspired you (or made you laugh)! Leave us a review, let us know your thoughts, and tune in next week for more real talk on thriving in business and in life.

We’re here for you—because she doesn’t just mean business… she means millions!

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Welcome back to She Means Millions! In this episode, we—Kym, Sandra, and Briana—invite you into a deeply personal and empowering conversation about navigating the toughest chapters of entrepreneurship and life. We know that highs and lows are part of building something extraordinary, and we’re sharing our real, raw stories to remind you: resilience isn’t just a trait, it’s a practice.

We open up about some of the most challenging moments we've faced in our business journey—everything from hosting our very first (and very imperfect) conference, bouncing back from the COVID-19 shutdown when our event-based business was turned upside down overnight, to personal health scares that shook our world to its core. Through laughter, tears, and candid storytelling, we reflect on the lessons learned and the relentless commitment that helped us keep going no matter what.

Key Topics & Takeaways

1. The Power of Resilience: How getting through tough periods shaped us as entrepreneurs and as a family, and how every setback became fertile ground for growth.
2. Our First Conference Story: Real talk about overshooting projections, nearly collapsing under pressure, pulling together as a team, and turning a small crowd into a launchpad for a thriving business.
3. People Buy Energy, Not Just Numbers: Why authentic vibe, hope, and connection—rather than headcount—create memorable events and lasting impact.
4. Navigating Personal Catastrophes: Briana’s health crisis and recovery, and how having “skin in the game” (like a calendar deadline!) can become a powerful motivator, especially when the odds are stacked against us.
5. Lessons from COVID-19: Reinvention under pressure—how we transitioned our live event business online, dealt with unexpected threats to our savings, and advocated fiercely for ourselves and our community.
6. Rapid Decision-Making & Culture: Why handling workplace issues head-on is essential for protecting your business, team, and values.
7. Relentlessness & Calling: Sometimes you can give up on a dream, but you can’t give up on a calling—leaning into even the tiniest flicker of hope can turn a breakdown into a breakthrough.
8. Faith vs. Fear: The age-old battle in our minds—and how feeding faith over fear can change everything.
9. Surrounding Yourself with the Right People: The importance of a supportive, positive circle, and why “people math” (multipliers vs. dividers) matters for your energy and success.

Top Takeaways

1. Set deadlines and communicate your goals—they’ll push you to go further than you thought possible.
2. Be relentless and don’t give up, even when the odds seem impossible.
3. Project positivity and evolve as a leader; your energy determines your team’s resilience.
4. Take decisive action with workplace culture issues—don’t...

Welcome back to “She Means Millions!” In this episode, we got a little slap-happy and shared real talk about one of the most powerful tools in business and branding—storytelling. We, Sandra Yancey, Kym Yancey, and Briana Dai, dove deep into how telling your story authentically sets you apart, connects you with your audience, and becomes the gold in your brand.

Have you ever wondered what makes someone truly memorable on stage, in business, or even just online? We believe it’s your story—and how you tell it. In this high-energy episode, we unravel why your life’s chapters and the lessons you’ve learned give you a unique fingerprint in the business world, and why mastering this art should be a foundational piece of your personal and professional brand.

We discuss how the art of storytelling isn’t just for speakers and authors. It’s a vital strategy for entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone building a brand online. We share our favorite approaches for uncovering impactful stories within your own journeys, when and how to deploy them, and how humor, humility, and heartbreak can each play their role for different audiences and moments.

We also open up about our family stories, our real-life business lessons, and why you should never shy away from repeating your key stories (even if you’re tired of telling them!). From stage introductions and sizzle reels to daily social media shares—storytelling truly is the secret sauce for building connection and creating impact.

1. The Power of Personal Storytelling: Your stories are as unique as your fingerprint. We talk about the magic in sharing chapters from your life that taught you something and made you who you are.
2. Types of Stories to Tell: We break down our favorites—humor, humility, heartbreak—and how to choose the right one to make an audience like you, trust you, or connect more deeply.
3. Signature Stories & Repetition: Why it’s okay (and even essential!) to repeat your most important stories in new settings—and how to handle your own “broken record” fears.
4. Crafting the Right Stage Introduction: Kym shares insider tips on creating killer video introductions that elevate your presence and frame your brand—both on and off stage.
5. Storytelling for Social Media: Whether you have 100 or 10,000 followers, your stories matter—your phone is your stage! Briana gives advice for weaving stories into posts that actually move your audience.
6. Borrowed Credibility: Learn how sharing stories from mentors or others you’ve learned from can be powerful for building trust and adding depth to your brand.
7. Translating Life to Business Lessons: How to tie personal moments (like surprise trips with your kids!) into lessons about entrepreneurship, freedom, or purpose.
8. Audience Challenge: We encourage you to reflect and share your own stories online, tagging us so we can amplify your voice and journey!

1. Do a Story Inventory: Look at the seasons and chapters of your own life. What lessons did they teach you? What stories light you up and would resonate with your...

Welcome back to She Means Millions! In this episode, we (Kym, Sandra, and Briana) dive deep into what it really takes to set and achieve audacious business goals. This season feels different, and we’re sharing real, behind-the-scenes conversations about our strategies, breakthroughs, and the mindset shifts driving us to 10x our business in just 1,000 days.

We kick things off reflecting on our recent wake-up call after attending an event with powerhouse entrepreneurs in the eight- and nine-figure range. The experience was a catalyst—it forced us to think bigger, challenge our systems, and start approaching our goals with a completely new level of intentionality.

We unpack how setting the right goals, reverse-engineering them, and mapping out detailed plans have shifted everything for us this year. You'll hear how we retooled our marketing funnel, embraced data-driven decision making with AI, and rallied our team around a bold vision. We share candid stories about the importance of strategy, communication, and staying authentic—even as we leverage new technology to optimize our growth.

Key Topics & Takeaways:

1. Exponential Thinking: Why it's easier—and more rewarding—to pursue the “impossible” rather than simply doing what’s possible.
2. Setting & Breaking Down Big Goals: How we structure our goals, reverse engineer quarterly and monthly milestones, and set weekly priorities.
3. 10x in 1,000 Days: Our ambitious target and what it requires in terms of systems, processes, mindset, and team engagement.
4. Optimizing Marketing Funnels: The power of analyzing ad performance and landing page conversion, and how tiny copy tweaks can deliver massive results.
5. Integrating AI Strategically: How ChatGPT became our thought partner for diagnosing breakdowns, aligning messaging, and spotting optimization opportunities—not just generating basic copy.
6. The Value of Authentic Connection: Maintaining trust and personal relationships in an AI-driven world; why real voices and live events matter more than ever.
7. Accountability & Mindset: The role of personal decision making, daily habits, and keeping promises to ourselves—because hitting big goals always starts with who you are.

We challenge you to take what we’ve shared and map out your own audacious goals. Don’t just set them—reverse engineer, strategize, and decide to keep the promises you make to yourself. Remember, success hinges on intention, action, and accountability.

If you haven’t yet, carve out focused time to create your game plan. Proclaim your goals out loud, hold yourself accountable, and keep optimizing. Let’s all shoot for the moon together—because She Means Millions isn’t just a slogan, it’s a movement.

Want more?

Subscribe to the podcast, leave us a review, and share your biggest takeaway or goal in the comments! And don’t miss next episode, when we’ll tackle self-sabotage and what really keeps entrepreneurs from moving forward, even when they know exactly what to do.

Let’s make millions—together.

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Welcome back to She Means Millions! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of personal branding, sharing insider strategies, lessons, and personal stories to help you elevate your business and yourself. As your trio of hosts, we—Briana, Kym, and Sandra—bring decades of business branding experience, candid insights, and real-life examples to the table. If you’re ready to stand out, build an authentic and magnetic brand story, and reach your next level of success, this episode is just for you!

In this episode, we break down what personal branding really means—beyond logos, colors, and videos. We talk through how branding is a reputation built on repetition and authenticity (not just a one-time event!), and why strategy is essential for solopreneurs and established businesses alike. You’ll hear stories from our own journeys, including the powerful evolution of Sandra’s brand and the "celebration moments" that every entrepreneur should define.

We also get totally real about imposter syndrome, the behind-the-scenes work that branding requires, and the common mistake of starting over instead of evolving your brand. From using storytelling to drive powerful connections to leveraging AI and staying true to your core message, there’s so much packed in here to help you level up your business.

1. What Personal Branding Is—And Isn’t: Branding is not a one-time thing or just a logo; it’s your reputation, built through consistent repetition and strong strategy.
2. Defining Your End Game: Celebrate your milestones! Know exactly what "I did it!" looks like for you and reverse engineer your strategy to get there.
3. Getting Real Feedback: Be selective about whose advice you take—dream clients and experts matter more than random opinions.
4. Rebranding vs. Starting Over: If you evolve, bring your audience along instead of cutting ties and starting from zero. Your personal journey is your bridge.
5. Storytelling's Brand Power: Connect the dots in your brand story—the more people see your evolution, the more invested they become.
6. Crystal Clear Mission: Sandra shares how declaring the mission—helping more women hit the million-dollar mark—became the anchor of her brand and elevated her thought leadership.
7. Strategic Communication: Focus on clarity and impact, whether it’s your website, webinar, or elevator pitch. Simplicity wins; speak to the pain points, not just the solution.
8. Leveraging AI & Authenticity: While AI can help polish your message, nothing beats being your authentic self. Avoid creating a "fake brand" you can’t live up to in real life.
9. Music Metaphors & The Entrepreneur’s Journey: Success is found in loving the grind, learning from "failed campaigns," and understanding your brand is always evolving.
10. Hard Work & Brand Preference: Hear Mark Cuban’s take: most people underestimate just how hard you have to work—brand preference is earned through effort and evolution.

Ready to build your own memorable,...