passioneer magazine the podcast
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Welcome to PASSIONEER Magazine The Podcast, where we empower the entrepreneurial spirit with insights from top CEOs, thought leaders, ministry leaders, and authors. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or a rising entrepreneur, we deliver actionable tips, inspiration, and strategies to help you excel in your career and grow your business.
Join us weekly as we journey into the world of leadership, personal development, and business success — curated specifically for mindful entrepreneurs and women leaders who want to continue their journey to greatness.
Be part of our community of leaders who lead with purpose!
Topics include:
- Entrepreneurial success strategies
- Leadership tips from industry experts
- Career growth for women in business
- Work-life balance and personal development
- Inspirational stories from top thought leaders
- Wisdom from Ministry Leaders and Pastors
Perfect for:
- Women in business
- Female entrepreneurs seeking encouragement and growth
- Millennial and Gen X women leaders
- Those pivoting into ministry leadership
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PASSIONEER Magazine The Podcast is your go-to resource for practical business advice, motivation, and success stories tailored to the unique challenges women face in leadership today. Tune in for expert insights that inspire!
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This Week's Guest
ANTOINETTE COFFEY
Transformational Leadership Coach • Business Mentor
Antoinette is a Transformational Leadership Coach, Business Mentor and unapologetic freedom advocate on a mission to help ambitious women find purpose, wealth and freedom through entrepreneurship without sacrificing themselves.
After walking away from the conditioning of “good girl” expectations and the glorified 9-5 grind, she built a thriving business rooted in freedom,joy, courage, and abundance. Today, she’s here to help you do the same—by ditching hustle culture, owning your voice, and creating success on your own terms.
Antoinette stands for women leading their life on their own terms and leading their business with strategy, energetic alignment, and unapologetic ambition—because you don’t just deserve success... you were born for it.
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Website: https://www.antoinettecoffeycoaching.com/
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Visionary Leaders, Bold Thinkers, Inspiring Conversations
Get ready to be enlightened by a diverse lineup of top-tier guests who are redefining success, purpose, and leadership. From visionary CEOs, inspiring Pastors, and renowned MDs to impactful TEDx speakers, each episode brings you closer to the minds shaping today's world.
Our guests are not only leaders in their fields but passionate changemakers dedicated to sharing their stories, strategies, and lessons learned on their journey to greatness.
Tune in for exclusive insights into personal growth, entrepreneurial success, wellness, and faith-driven leadership. Whether you're looking for actionable advice or just a spark of inspiration, our upcoming guests will empower you to pursue your boldest ambitions.
Stay connected, stay inspired, and be ready for the next breakthrough moment!
PATRIKA ALIS CHESTON
PATRIKA ALIS CHESTON
PATRIKA ALIS CHESTON
Startup Marketing Professional • International Speaker • Sustainable Tourism Advocate
Patrika Alis Cheston is an innovative entrepreneur with expertise in marketing for the tech, tourism and events industries. She has spoken in the US and internationally to thousands on memorable topics including “Not-So-Sexy Marketing: Creative Campaigns for Complex or Cliche Products,” and “Why Customer Experience Should Be Your Go-To Marketing Strategy.” She works with international startups and tourism boards to create memorable experiences, and enjoys sharing the insights gained with audiences. She holds certifications from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, along with a variety of marketing certifications. Patrika has recently relaunched her podcast, Destination: Journey, which focuses on creative, responsible travel for a variety of budgets.
Patrika takes pride in her creative strategies and believes in empowering organizations to think outside of traditional marketing methodologies, whether it be finding a way to attract attendees to an event or helping local businesses attract conscious travelers. Aside from daily work, Patrika is an avid road-tripper and content creator that enjoys detailing her adventures on Instagram.
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APRIL DAVIS
PATRIKA ALIS CHESTON
PATRIKA ALIS CHESTON
Professional Matchmaker • Entreprenuer + Founder
April Davis is the founder of the multi-award-winning dating service, LUMA Luxury Matchmaking. She has 20 years of experience and was featured on the hit Bravo television series “The Real Housewives of Orange County.”
April has been interviewed by media outlets such as Newsweek, CBS, and Brides magazine for her expertise in dating and relationships. LUMA is recognized by Forbes and INC 5000 as a Fastest Growing Company.
A natural-born Matchmaker, April made her first successful marriage match at the age of 16. She has exceptional intuition and is deeply perceptive of the needs and qualities of the people she meets.
April learned early on that she had not just an interest in, but a talent for, helping the people around her find lasting love by introducing them to matches of her choosing. She honed her skills over the years, unofficially playing Matchmaker within her own circles of friends and acquaintances.
Even as April pursued a successful career with a Fortune 500 company, she still felt compelled to help the people around her find love and lifelong partners. Over time, and after many more successful matches, April realized that what she thought was a hobby was indeed her true calling.
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WENDY GUNN
PATRIKA ALIS CHESTON
CLAUDETTE MILNER
Speaker •, Empowerment Coach • Best-Selling Author
Wendy Gunn is a confident Christian entrepreneur, speaker, best-selling author, ovarian cancer survivor, and creator of the movement, “Tell Your Story For God’s Glory.”
After her miraculous healing from ovarian cancer, she began achieving BIG goals. She lost 50 pounds the next year and, after age 60, lost 50 more, for a total loss of 100+ pounds, became organized, started her online business, grew her email list to over 12K in just 2 years, and became a best-selling author.
She’s been married for almost 50 years, raised a godly family, homeschooled her children from start to finish, and took her whole family, including grown children and son-in-law, on a dream trip to Italy with miles she’d saved. Her passion is to help you embrace who you were uniquely created by God to be and help you fulfill His purpose for you.
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CLAUDETTE MILNER
JEANNETTE CIESZYKOWSKI
CLAUDETTE MILNER
Award winning Author • Speaker • Songwriter
As a Book Author and Songwriter for over 22 years, my career is a testament to the power of words and music in community engagement and personal growth. My "Children of Plains Estates" series has established a legacy of addressing social issues, while my songwriting has become a medium for expressing the collective human experience.
Hosting 'A Matter of Interpretation' has enriched my skill set, enabling me to conduct deep guest research and foster insightful interviews. My commitment to creating a dialogue across cultural boundaries is evident in my work, where my competencies in coaching and conducting workshops empower others to find their voice and share their stories.
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JEANNETTE CIESZYKOWSKI
JEANNETTE CIESZYKOWSKI
JEANNETTE CIESZYKOWSKI
Entreprenuer •,
Landscape Architecture & Feng Shui Consultant
Jeannette Cieszykowski helps successful business owners get their personal life together so they can feel just as good outside of work as they do in it. She uses Feng Shui and life strategy tools to help her clients feel more clear, calm, and in control.
Jeannette has over 11 years of experience in Feng Shui and has spent the last 4 years helping high achievers break past burnout, stress, and feeling plateaued.
Her special method focuses on three things: who you are, how your space feels, and what habits you keep. By working on both your inner world and your outer spaces, she helps you feel more focused, energized, and confident in every part of your life.
When your personal life gets better, your business naturally grows too. Her clients don’t just reach their goals, they enjoy the process of getting there.
Her passion comes from growing up around successful, but unfulfilled, adults, and realizing early on that success shouldn’t come at the cost of your happiness. Jeannette brings a fresh, real-world take to personal development: not “work until burnout,” and not “just fix your mindset,” but a practical, powerful way to align your space, energy, and habits so you can finally create a life that feels just as good as it looks.
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Empowered Women Empower WOmen
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5 Ways Empathy Will Affect Your Leadership
Looking Closer
Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, is increasingly recognized as a pivotal leadership trait. In an ever-evolving business landscape, leaders who exhibit genuine empathy are better equipped to connect, inspire, and drive their teams toward success. But how exactly does empathy shape leadership dynamics? How can it be harnessed to foster stronger relationships, improved decision-making, and a more inclusive work environment? As part of this series, we had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Angela Butts Chester.
Excerpt from interview with Cynthia Corsetti
Based on your experience and research, can you please share “5 Ways Empathy Will Affect Your Leadership”?
1 . Building Trust and Rapport: Empathy is a powerful tool for building trust and rapport with your team. When you show genuine concern for your employees’ well-being, it fosters a sense of safety and belonging.
Imagine one of your team members is going through a difficult personal situation. Instead of solely focusing on work-related matters, you take the time to listen to their concerns and offer support. Your empathetic response not only helps the employee but also strengthens their trust in your leadership.
2 . Enhancing Communication: Empathetic leaders are skilled communicators. They listen actively and understand the perspectives of others, which leads to more effective and open communication within the organization. During a team meeting, a member expresses concerns about a project’s direction. Instead of dismissing their thoughts, you empathize with their viewpoint, ask for more details, and work together to find a solution. This approach encourages open dialogue and problem-solving.
3 . Fostering Inclusivity: Empathy plays a key role in promoting diversity and inclusivity. As a leader, you can create an inclusive work environment by understanding the unique challenges and needs of your team members. You notice that women in your organization are struggling with work-life balance, particularly due to caregiving responsibilities. To address this, you introduce flexible work arrangements and family-friendly policies, demonstrating empathy for the challenges many women face in their professional and personal lives.
4 . Conflict Resolution: Empathy helps in resolving conflicts and disagreements more effectively. By understanding the emotions and perspectives of those involved, you can mediate conflicts and reach mutually beneficial solutions. Two team members are in a heated dispute over a project’s direction. Instead of taking sides, you meet with each of them separately, empathizing with their concerns. You then facilitate a constructive dialogue where both parties feel heard and understood, ultimately finding common ground and a resolution.
5 . Inspiring and Motivating: Empathetic leaders have the ability to inspire and motivate their teams. When your team members feel that you genuinely care about their success and well-being, they are more likely to be engaged and motivated. In a challenging period, you notice that your team is feeling demotivated. You take the time to have one-on-one conversations with each member, understanding their individual needs and concerns. By providing tailored support and encouragement, you rekindle their enthusiasm and drive to excel.
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Join Dr. Angela Chester as she shares parts of her interview with Cynthia Corsetti via podcast.
This will be a 5-part series with a new highlight each week. To read the full feature interview visit: Authority Magazine
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