Ali Brown

It’s exhausting to market “harder”…

BY ALI BROWN | June 13, 2018 Leave A Comment

When competition swarms around, it can be good in many ways, as it gets you to raise your game.

But inadvertently, it can keep you playing small … because then often your entire focus becomes marketing.

And that’s exhausting.

Why?

Because someone else will always have…

Cooler videos.
A larger following.
Greater exposure.
More cash to market.
Better ads.
More posts.
A larger team.
Lower prices.
More famous friends.

The list goes on.

And then suddenly you realize—you’ve been focused more on beating this game than doing YOUR ICONIC WORK.

And this, my friends, is an invitation.

Out of that pool of noise.

To elevate to your highest level of genius.

And truly start LEADING.

This fall, I’m inviting 80 women entrepreneurs to join me once again for a powerful two-day retreat to become no less than… ICONIC.

Because last year SOLD OUT within 48 hours of opening registration, I have a feeling seats won’t be available for long.

So, to be fair, I’m giving everyone a “heads up” and the opportunity to raise your hand for early notice when full information and registration goes live in the next few weeks.

Simply enter your info here and you’ll get on the PRIORITY NOTIFICATION list.

OR… text “ICONIC” to (480) 485-2664.

Even if you’re just curious, I highly recommend it.

Meet you at the top. It’s less crowded up here.

(And the air is better.)

Xo Ali

‘Nice girls’, tight jeans, and creative secrets…

BY ALI BROWN | June 11, 2018 Leave A Comment

Time to catch up with these recent episodes of Glambition® Radio…

Download some instant on-the-go advice, inspiration, and revelation for the week from some amazing women leaders.

I’m honored that #GlambitionRadio has now been recognized by both Inc. and Entrepreneur magazines as a must listen podcast for entrepreneurs!

Here are our latest episodes. Keep reading below for descriptions…

Listen to them here or download right now, for free.

A bit about these episodes…

* Fran Hauser – After years in her high-level media career of being asked, ‘How can you be so NICE and still be so successful?’, Fran decided to write, The Myth of the Nice Girl. On this episode of Glambition Radio, we discuss how the book’s topic came at just the right time, considering the current cultural climate we are in, and how you can be both a kind, caring person without compromising your work.

* Shelley Zalis – In the middle of the World Economic Forum at Davos, there’s a secret oasis of women who are connecting, doing deals, and enjoying a bit of respite from the majority of men wandering the town in gray suits. It’s The Girls’ Lounge, and you’ll see its founder Shelley Zalis enjoying every minute of it. But there’s so much more to this powerful leader who also founded The Female Quotient. Listen and learn!

* Ali Brown – Let me walk you through highlights of the powerful content I shared at my recent Creative Strategy Workshop here in Phoenix. For years—in both school and organizations we’ve worked in—we’ve been programmed to always have the right answer, instead of asking the right questions. But it’s the right questions that lead to better answers. And lead to brilliant business moves.

* Paige Adams-Geller – Remember when—after years of ill-fitting, stiff jeans—it all changed in the early 2000s? Suddenly the cuts were fantastic, the fabric was like a soft hug that moved with you, and we were all now happily paying well over $100 a pair. We have the founder of PAIGE Denim to thank. Not only was she the first female founder in the industry, but she changed the way we wear jeans.

* Debi Maldonado – Stop being told you need to fix yourself and instead focus on thriving. My client Debi Maldonado’s deep, multi-sensory process based on Jungian Psychology and eastern wisdom traditions helps women step into a profound version of themselves. I think you’ll find her approach refreshing.

* Bonus Sampler Show! – Hear some of the best clips from my interviews over the past year with QVC legend Lisa Robertson, empowering leader Rha Goddess, MeetEdgar founder Laura Roeder, Halogen Ventures leader Jesse Draper, and She Summit founder Claudia Chan. This could be the best 15-minutes you’ve had in quite a while. 😉

Don’t miss out on Glambition Radio—the leading podcast for true women entrepreneurs and leaders. Go here now to listen or subscribe for automatic updates.

Xo Ali

Fran Hauser, Author of “The Myth of the Nice Girl” — Glambition Radio Episode 142 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | June 7, 2018 Leave A Comment

When Fran Hauser was at People magazine nine years ago, she noticed a common question from the women she was mentoring: ‘How can you be so NICE and still be so successful?’ As women know all too well, the balance between being nice and being assertive is like walking a tightrope. The issue came up yet again when she wrote an article for Forbes called “Nice Girls Finish First” and surprise, surprise, the article resonated with women from around the world.

Realizing the issue extended beyond her own network, Fran wrote her just-released “The Myth of the Nice Girl”. And we are so glad that she did. On today’s episode of Glambition Radio, she discusses how the book’s topic came at just the right time, considering the current cultural climate we are in, and how you can be both nice and not compromise your work.

Fran has previously held senior positions at some of the world’s largest digital media businesses, such as Time Inc., People, InStyle, AOL, Moviefone, and Entertainment Weekly. Today, she is an angel investor largely investing in female founders and has been featured in Vogue.com, Ad Age, CNBC, just to name a few.

On the show, we also discuss:

*How it’s possible to be a strong leader while also being a caring one — you don’t have to choose.

*What Fran did to professionally handle a workplace situation when a senior male executive made an inappropriate comment in a group meeting (listen and learn from this!)

*How she got started investing in consumer-focused companies and what she looks

for in a company before she invests (great advice)

*Why you should sometimes give people the benefit of the doubt… even in tricky situations

*How Fran harnessed the power of vulnerability to write her new book

*How she used humor to effectively assert her needs at a job early on in her career (more great learning points!)

*Why Fran turned DOWN a high-paying corner office job a few years ago, after doing some soul-searching (I love this story)

On this episode of #GlambitionRadio, Fran and I also discuss why being nice and being strong are not mutually exclusive, why it’s important to bring your whole self to work, and the ultimate form of empathy.

You really don’t want to miss this one. Head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download it for later). And don’t forget to pick up a copy of “The Myth of the Nice Girl”!

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

Who should NOT read this…

BY ALI BROWN | May 30, 2018 Leave A Comment

If you’ve felt for any reason you’re pretty average at what you do, or lack confidence in yourself, or aren’t sure what your gifts are, this is NOT a blog you should keep reading.

However, if you know you’re different and special, if you’ve been blessed with talents and gifts that you at times wonder how you even deserved, if you feel you’re here on this earth in this lifetime to do something quite extraordinary and create profound impact… this email is for you.

It’s time to break you out of your current model and rise to the top.

You are being called out of this pool of noise.

You are being called to elevate to your true genius.

You are being called to truly start leading.

And THIS, my friends, is an invitation to become truly ICONIC in your field.

Last year my first-ever ICONIC workshop was a wild success. And due to multiple requests to host another one, I’m creating ICONIC 2.0.

This fall, I’m inviting 80 leaders to join me in Phoenix, AZ for a powerful two-day retreat to become… ICONIC.

Because seating is so limited, and my last ICONIC SOLD OUT in less than 48 hours, I have a feeling registration won’t be open for long!

So, to be fair, I’m giving everyone a “heads up” and the opportunity to raise your hand for early notice when full information and registration goes live in a few weeks.

Simply enter your info here and you’ll get on the list.

OR… text “ICONIC” to (480) 485-2664.

Even if you’re just curious, I highly recommend it.

Meet you at the top. It’s less crowded up here. (And the air is better.)

Xo Ali

Shelley Zalis, Founder + CEO of The Female Quotient and The Girls’ Lounge — Glambition Radio Episode 141 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | May 23, 2018 Leave A Comment

In the middle of the World Economic Forum at Davos, you may come across an intimate oasis of women who are connecting, doing deals, having a great time, and enjoying a bit of respite from the huge majority of men wandering the town in gray suits. And you’ll see The Girls’ Lounge founder Shelley Zalis enjoying every minute of it.

She got the idea for the Girls’ Lounge in 2013 while walking the floor of the Consumer Electronics Show in Vegas. Women were the vast minority there, and she saw them craving a “safe” space to relax from the overly male vibe.

The concept emphasizes mentorship and women working together to create change, and has now connected 17,000+ professional women globally at major conferences around the world including Davos, SXSW, CES, and more. Hear her powerful story on this episode of #GlambitionRadio.

Shelley’s aim is to create the largest community of corporate women and female entrepreneurs transforming workplace culture.

As the first female chief executive ranked in the research industry’s top 25, Shelley changed the game, helped elevate feminine values in the workplace and has devoted herself to becoming a mentor and role model to women and leaders in her industry. Her motto is “when you put women in any equation, the equation gets better,” and I couldn’t agree more.

Shelley left the corporate world to pioneer online research. She created OTX (Online Testing Exchange), which in nine years became one of the largest and fastest growing research companies in the world. She soon started mentoring women in the research industry and then in 2015, Shelley launched The Female Quotient, committed to advancing gender equality in the workplace through collaboration, activating solutions for change, and creating measurements for accountability.

You’ll hear her passion for the power of bringing confidence to women the workplace (and her great sense of humor) on this episode of Glambition Radio.

On the show, we also discuss:

* What “heartbeat” moments are and how Shelley’s led her to resign from her job and rewrite the corporate rules (we all need this reminder to follow our heart)

* How she went from hearing that “it wasn’t the right time for her idea” to doing it anyway… and becoming the only female CEO in the top 25 of her industry

* The story behind how she coined the term “the power of the pack” (I love this)

* The three pillars of The Female Quotient (Hint: A woman alone has power, together we have impact)

* How seeing so many organizations doing the same thing separately led to her seeing the power in collaboration (when women work together magic happens)

* How The Female Quotient plans to roll out to university campuses in 122 countries to further connect women leaders

* And, a touching story on how a young lady from Rwanda changed her life, and just weeks ago got to present her with a Matrix Award (she begins with this beautiful full-circle story)

On this episode of Glambition Radio, Shelley and I also discuss why it’s important to have purpose in your DNA, why we need to bring femininity to the workplace with no apologies, and why it’s important to discover your strength and your personal genius.

You really don’t want to miss this episode. Head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download it for later).

xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

‘Creative Strategy Secrets’ — Glambition Radio Episode 140 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | May 10, 2018 Leave A Comment

Let me walk you through highlights of the powerful content I shared at my recent Creative Strategy Workshop here in Phoenix.

For years—in both school and organizations we’ve worked in—we’ve been programmed to always have the right answer, instead of asking the right questions. But it’s the right questions that lead to better answers. And lead to brilliant business moves. This solo episode of #GlambitionRadio features highlights from my recent immersion on this topic—to help you begin to regain this lost art.

It’s increasingly important to be thinking differently than everyone else in your industry, to stay ahead of the curve, keep your competition at bay, and even better… be continually positioned in your own unique category. (And, so you don’t get bored!)

The ideas I’m bringing you in this episode are simple. But these skills have been neglected in our increasingly growth-obsessed business culture of launching big, looking huge, and “scaling up” fast…. no matter the cost.

On this episode, I’ll be sharing:

* How to turn on your creative switch and shift yourself into new ongoing creative perspectives… versus jumping into problem solving (which you unconsciously approach the same way every time)

* Why out-of-industry exposure is the #1 recommendation I make for multiple-six or -seven figure entrepreneurs who have seem to hit a plateau

*An ‘about face’ in approach that I helped a client create on the spot. It resulted in her getting totally juiced up for her upcoming launch (versus wanting to jump out the window!)

* The creative problem for most women that no one talks about (but it’s critical, especially the more successful you become)

* Why subconscious attachment to looking “BIG” online can be impeding your true path and unlocking your genius

* How to tell if your ‘coach’ is simply a trainer or a true advisor (it’s a simple litmus test)

* And finally, what happened to rocker Adam Ant.

Also, I announce the dates for my next event: it’s ICONIC 2.0 happening here in Phoenix on November 7+8, 2018! Listen to learn more and get on my priority notification list. 🙂

Enjoy, and if you liked this episode please share with your community!

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

Paige Adams-Geller, Founder + Creative Director of PAIGE Denim— Glambition Radio Episode 139 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | April 25, 2018 Leave A Comment

Remember when—after years of ill-fitting, stiff jeans—it all changed in 2005? Suddenly the cuts were fantastic, the fabric was like a soft hug that moved with you, and we were all now happily paying well over $100 a pair. We have the founder of PAIGE Denim to thank. Not only was she the first female founder in the industry, but Paige Adams-Geller changed the way we wear jeans. And today, I have her walk us through exactly how she did it on this episode of Glambition Radio.

After years of starving herself to make it on camera as a model and actress, Paige sought treatment for an eating disorder. Afterwards, she needed to find a healthy place to resurface that wasn’t in front of the camera. By chance, she then found herself in the world of ‘fit modeling’, where designers would test their creations on a real body instead of a mannequin. It was as a fit model for Seven for All Mankind that Paige came to learn all about the denim industry.

On the show she shares how it was rare for a fit model to open her mouth and give suggestions regarding designs, but it was well received.

And after a few years of realizing her recommendations were making others millions, she bravely decided to found her own brand. She had no experience building a business, but she knew how to design a damn good jean, and she’d been making some great industry connections over the past several years.

PAIGE Denim was born, and in less three months, she successfully launched her first collection at a New York trade show. Buyers went crazy for her merch, and from there the rest is history. You’ve got to hear this in her own words on this episode of #GlambitionRadio.

On the show, we also discuss:

* the history and evolution of jeans, and how and why premium denim ‘happened’ (partly demand, but mostly due to improvements in fashion technology—I found this part fascinating)

* the washhouse process behind what it takes to make a comfortable, amazing looking pair of jeans (it truly is an art)

* how Paige has built a safe work environment that empowers women (this was important to her, as she had an unfortunate #MeToo experience early on in her entertainment career)

* how she has managed to stay true to what she stands for for over a decade (TRUE versus trend – it can be tricky)

* where Paige thinks retail is going in the future, and how to prepare for it (and the importance she puts on being able to evolve – for example, while others are closing retail stores, she’s opening a select few)

* her new website and shoe collection launching in September (and why she’s taking back more control of the sales process)

(By the way, Paige is also speaking at my friend Keri Murphy’s Brilliant Event in CA on June 3-5, if you’d like to meet her in person! You can learn more at TheBrilliantEvent.com.)

On this episode of Glambition Radio, we also talk about the importance of embracing your voice and speaking up, how critical it is to trust your intuition and not second guess yourself, and why she makes it a priority to surround herself with young energy.

You’re not going to want to miss this one. So head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download for later).

xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

Leadership, high heels, and how to be married…

BY ALI BROWN | April 20, 2018 Leave A Comment

Have you caught these recent episodes of my Glambition® Radio?

Well it’s time to catch up! Download some free and instant on-the-go advice, inspiration, and revelation for the weekend.

I’m honored the show has now been recognized by both Inc. and Entrepreneur magazines as a must listen podcast for entrepreneurs. #GlambitionRadio is my favorite venture of all time.

Listen to them here or download right now, for free.

Here are our latest episodes. Keep reading below for descriptions…

A bit about these episodes…

* A Creative Boost! – For years—in both school and organizations we’ve worked in—we’ve been programmed to always have the right answers, instead of asking the right questions. But it’s the right questions that lead to better answers. Creative and critical thinking will set you up for more profound ideas and breakthroughs in your business—guaranteed. This special SOLO episode of Glambition Radio is my short primer to help you begin to regain this lost art.

* Eleanor Beaton – Meet the leadership expert who got hate mail for telling women to STOP saying ‘yes’ to all those coffee dates with everyone! There’s a difference between being supportive of women versus saying ‘yes’ to everything and everyone. Because it keeps us from gaining more seats at the big tables where deals are made. And WE are desperately needed for higher leadership. Boom. We just said it. Get ready for a VERY real conversation on women’s leadership with m y client, Eleanor Beaton on Glambition Radio.

* Katia Beauchamp – The 500-billion dollar beauty industry was begging for disruption, as products had been sold the same way for decades. Cue Katia Beauchamp with her revolutionary beauty box subscription idea: Birchbox. This gal was ready to make waves. And she did. The company grew rapidly, hitting its five-year plan in just seven months. Today Birchbox has more than 1 million subscribers, 4 million customers, 800 beauty and grooming brand partners, operations in six countries, and stores in New York City and Paris. Katia walks us through how she did it on this episode of Glambition Radio.

* Liz Dennery Sanders – After years of running a Hollywood PR agency that got designer brands into celebrity hands, today Liz Dennery Sanders builds her clients strong, compelling brands that resonate. She was one of the first publicists out there to build relationships between brands and high-profile women, working with icons like Halle Berry, Sharon Stone, Cindy Crawford, Heidi Klum, and Gwyneth Paltrow. And she walks us through her best branding secrets on this episode of Glambition Radio.

* Abby Lou Walker – Abby Lou Walker’s passion for high heels paid off in a big way with her Vivian Lou insoles. What started as a hobby business (while being a full-time working mom), turned into a single-product company with multi-million dollar annual sales. What I really love about her story is that Abby had the guts to ask a question no one had thought to ask, and then follow it through. As soon as she stepped out of her comfort zone and decided to go for it, the universe handed her golden opportunities, including the chance to sell her insoles on the Home Shopping Network (she sold out her first three times on air!). She tells all on the show.

* Jo Piazza – She’s an award-winning journalist and bestselling author of seven books, but it was Jo Piazza’s most recent nonfiction “How to Be Married” that got my attention. But what REALLY made this a great show was hearing about all of Jo’s combined careers and adventures over the years! For those of you who have always felt your way into new things, you’re going to love how this gal rolls. And I have to say this was one of the most entertaining conversations we’ve had on Glambition Radio. (Including my 4-year-old son busting in on us, but I digress…)

And don’t take my word for it alone that these are powerful shows. Here’s just a sampling of the comments we are receiving:

Don’t miss out on Glambition Radio—the LEADING podcast for women entrepreneurs and leaders. Go here now to listen or subscribe for automatic updates.

Xo Ali

Debi Maldonado, Co-Founder + CEO of Creative Mind Media — Glambition Radio Episode 138 with Ali Brown

BY ALI BROWN | April 11, 2018 Leave A Comment

Tired of personal development programs that try to point out ‘what’s wrong with you’? The good news is, there’s a more elevated approach—especially for high-achieving women. My client Debi Maldonado is co-founder of Creative Mind Media and leads programs that empower women to find their ideal partners, expand their lives, and discover their purpose in life. Her deep, multi-sensory process based on Jungian Psychology and eastern wisdom traditions helps women step into a profound version of themselves. And she’s my guest this week on Glambition Radio.

Single into her 40s (I can relate!), Debi knows firsthand how it felt to be in search of a great partner along with her true purpose. For years she attended endless workshops, but she’d leave every event feeling even more broken and more hopeless. She’ll share on the show how she ended up shifting her focus instead to her potential. This propelled her forward and led her to meeting her husband Rob. With his Ph.D in psychology combined with her experience in the world of personal development, they realized they had something special to offer to the world together.

If you’ve suffered most of your life believing that you are broken and need to fix yourself before you find a partner, you need to hear this episode of Glambition Radio. I think you’ll find Debi’s approach refreshing.

Debi is the author of the bestselling book, “Let Love In: Open Your Heart & Mind To Attract Your Ideal Partner”. And she’s currently a columnist with Inc. Magazine and has been featured by the top news outlets, Cosmopolitan, Natural Health, Huffington Post, YourTango, Publisher’s Weekly, Complete Woman, and Playboy Radio.

On the show, we discuss:

* why women are NOT broken (stop assuming you have a ‘wound’ to heal)

* the importance of letting go of a victim mentality (it’s time to take responsibility for everything in your life in order to take back control)

* how the defense mechanisms we’ve created over time are actually a sign of a healthy mind (love this insight — she explains on the show)

* the importance of acknowledging our patterns and not attaching negative feelings to our habits (this is how you move forward to step into your true self — fascinating)

* how the smarter we are it’s actually harder to break the patterns because our ego is so clever and our intellect has all the excuses and rationalizations (it all makes sense now ;))

* how women who begin working with Debi start by looking for love, but they end up finding themselves (this is so important)

* how often times the things you seek in a partner are what you feel you’re lacking within yourself

* her upcoming “Creative Love Live” event, April 21-22, 2018 in NYC. (Learn more and grab a seat at debianddrrob.com/events/)

On this episode of #GlambitionRadio, Debi and I also talk about how we find the balance between settling and seeking perfection in a partner, why we need to pay attention to our sleeping dreams, and… my thing for tall guys. 😉

I know you’ll get a lot out of this episode. So head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now (or download for later).

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoy what I share in this episode, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

[BONUS] — Glambition Radio Sampler Show!

BY ALI BROWN | April 6, 2018 Leave A Comment

I have a little surprise for you. I put together this sampler of some of the best clips from interviews I’ve done over the past year. Get ready for some quick, real and inspiring conversation on this special BONUS episode of Glambition Radio.

We’ve included some powerful moments as well as some humorous ones — this could be the best 15-minutes you’ve had in quite awhile. 😉

Here’s a sneak peek of what you’re going to hear:

* Lisa Robertson, Designer + Former QVC Host – the a-ha moment that led Lisa to leave QVC and create an empire

* Rha Goddess, Founder + CEO of Move The Crowd – why Rha believes we may have to let go of what we’ve built (and to dismantle your business model and make a change)

* Laura Roeder, Founder + CEO of MeetEdgar – how Laura dealt with sexism when it showed up in an interview at MeetEdgar (and what she instilled in her company to combat the issue)

* The Danger of “Business as Usual” – why I challenge you to STOP aiming for “normal” as soon as possible, for not only your own success, but your survival.

* Jesse Draper, Founder of Halogen Ventures and Host of “The Valley Girl Show” – the fact that Jesse pulled out of Sheryl Sandberg during an interview that went viral and gained her show immediate credibility (you’ll never guess what it is)

* Claudia Chan, Founder of SHE Globl Media – how Claudia says we are to lead change in the world (and the funny moment when her toddler son interrupted our interview!)

I promise you’re going to love this special bonus episode. So head over to iTunes and listen to this episode of Glambition Radio now.

Xo Ali

P.S. I would love your review! If you are enjoying #GlambitionRadio, please leave a review and comment on iTunes. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!