Gratitude Geek | Business Education f...
Gratitude Geek is the podcast for Gen X women solopreneurs who've faced major life challenges like cancer, divorce, or loss—and are rebuilding their businesses and lives with strategy, systems, and gratitude as a powerful business tool.
Host Kandas Rodarte—a Gen X metastatic breast cancer thriver, growth coach, and digital marketing pioneer with 30+ years of expertise—interviews inspirational Gen X women entrepreneurs who've transformed adversity into wisdom and business growth.
Each week, you'll discover practical strategies for marketing, productivity, building genuine client connections, and creating a business that fits your life. Whether you're starting over after a difficult season or simply ready to grow your business with more authenticity and less hustle, this podcast will help you learn, grow, and foster the connections that matter most.
Join the Gratitude Geek community and turn gratitude into your competitive advantage.
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198: Emanuel Rose explains How to Sell to Gen Z
Emanuel Rose, an expert in lead generation, branding, and advertising, brings over 25 years of experience to help businesses thrive. With a diverse skill set acquired through persistent growth, he leads a digital agency and pioneers innovative...
47 min
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197: Krishna Avalon on Rewiring Your Brain
Krishna Avalon is a licensed acupuncturist, certified holistic health coach, certified Psych-K facilitator, pranayama breathwork guide, and somatic practitioner who has helped over 26,000 patients and clients achieve their health and wellness goals...
43 min
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I Fired a $120K Client for Not Saying Thank You...
What happens when a client refuses to thank your team for exceptional work? Marketing CEO Paige Arnof-Fenn walked away from a six-figure contract—and never looked back. In episode 196 of Gratitude Geek Podcast, Paige shares the jaw-dropping story of...
57 min
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Business Lessons Learned from Playing Soccer | ...
What does soccer have to do with building a successful business? Everything, according to Phebe Trotman. After being inducted into multiple Sports Hall of Fame and winning championship titles, Phebe built a thriving 17-year network marketing career....
53 min
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194: Tina Larsson on Building Success for Condo...
Tina Larsson is the powerhouse behind The Folson Group, New York City’s leading co-op and condo business consultancy. She is also the published author of “Living the High Life: How Smart Co-op and Condo Owners Protect Themselves and Their...
51 min
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193: Kevin O'Connor from Grief to Legacy
Kevin O’Connor is the author of Two Floors above Grief. His career spans over 50 years as a writer, teacher, principal, curriculum designer, and university instructor. He has authored content and provided training in mathematics instruction,...
56 min
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192: Quantum Energy Transformation Healing Mind...
Who is Joshua Bloom? Joshua Bloom is a Quantum Energy Coach, #1 Best-Selling Author, Creator of Quantum Energy Transformation™, and Master of the Quantum Shift. He has helped thousands of people transform their lives by teaching them how to harness...
47 min
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191: Leonard Scheiner explains Edutainment Mark...
Discover the power of edutainment marketing in this conversation with Leonard Scheiner, a marketing expert for law firms. Learn how to shine a light on your unique personal brand to stand out in a crowded marketplace. Explore the importance of...
45 min
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190: Theresa Rose Sells on Cocktail Napkins
Theresa Rose is a seasoned professional in the field of brand and business crystallization, strategic co-creation, and certified speaking. With a passion for empowering individuals, she dedicates herself to assisting people in expressing their...
49 min
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189: Rachel Allen is Stupid Lucky
Rachel Allen, the owner of Bolt from the Blue Copywriting, is a firm believer in being "stupid lucky" in her business. Despite facing setbacks, she has embraced this mindset, which has greatly influenced her approach to running her company and forming...
50 min
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188: Darleen Priday Empathetic Selling
Darleen Priday is a dedicated advocate for empathetic and relational sales. Darlene passionately discusses the art of sales and marketing, emphasizing the transformative power of authenticity and empathy. She underscores the importance of building...
52 min
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Ripple Effect of Kindness | Jill Lublin
Jill Lublin discusses the power of receiving public praise for your positive qualities and how it can enhance your personal brand and credibility in episode 187 of Gratitude Geek, a relationship marketing podcast. Jill emphasizes the importance of...
38 min
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How to Talk to Humans | Larry Wilson
Emmy-nominated comedy magician Larry Wilson spent decades performing with entertainment legends, and along the way, he discovered something remarkable: the biggest stars weren't just talented—they were master communicators. In this conversation,...
63 min
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185: Matthew Brackett Seeing Ourselves through...
This week on Gratitude Geek, we take a dive deep into the complexities of diversity, leadership, and gratitude with former military chaplain, and seasoned leadership educator and consultant, Matthew Brackett. Matthew’s rich international and...
48 min
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Serving Your Future Self | Ilene Marcus
What if the fastest way to grow your business isn’t another strategy, but learning how to manage yourself first? In this conversation, I talk with Ilene Marcus about community, blind spots, and why serving your future self changes everything.
46 min
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The Coffee Date Marketing Strategy | Craig Andrews
This engaging conversation between Kandas Rodarte and Craig Andrews is a goldmine of practical insights for anyone looking to improve their marketing strategies. From the art of crafting compelling first-time offers to relationship-building techniques...
42 min
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182: Donna Tashjian Unpacking Emotional Baggage
Discovering Resilience and Growth: Unpacking Emotional Baggage with Donna Tashjian. Join us in this insightful podcast as Donna Tashjian, a seasoned Life Mastery Coach, author, and inspiring podcaster, takes us on a transformative journey from...
45 min
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181: R. Scott Edwards Laughs and Lessons from a...
In this episode, we are thrilled to have R Scott Edwards, a seasoned comedy entrepreneur, join us. Scott shares his fascinating journey of starting over a dozen companies, including comedy clubs, art galleries, and restaurants. He opens up about his...
59 min
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Failure Guy Secrets: Say Yes to Opportunities &...
Transform setbacks into success with Ben Currier's proven strategies for embracing failure and taking bold action.
57 min
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179: Artist Michaell Magrutsche | Neurodiversit...
Artist and author Michael Magrutsch explores the power of human potential and neurodiversity. He advocates for artists to shift their focus from the end product to the creative process, embracing their unique superpower of creativity. Michael's...
55 min
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178: Atiba de Souza explains How to Rank YouTub...
Utilizing the power of storytelling and search keywords, Atiba catapults brands to the coveted first page of Google. With a proven track record as an award-winning marketer, Atiba has been featured on Traffic & Conversion Summit and USA Today. His...
55 min
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I Survived Stage 4 Cancer By Breaking This One ...
In this captivating episode of the Gratitude Geek podcast, I chat with the absolutely fabulous Jennifer S. Wilkov, founder and CEO of Speak Up Women. We delve into the empowering topic of speaking up and finding one’s authentic voice. Jennifer’s...
52 min
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176: Reinventing Your Career After Burnout | Ki...
Kirsteen Williamson-Guinn shares how Gen X women can reinvent their careers after burnout with confidence, clarity, and a smart exit plan.
50 min
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175: Donna Serdula | LinkedIn Profile Success
In this LinkedIn profile optimization tip filled episode, join Donna Serdula as she shares her personal story of making room in her life and how it led to attracting success. Discover the power of creating space for opportunities and learn practical...
62 min
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174: Cora Naylor on Unlocking Emotional Freedom
In this empowering episode of Gratitude Geek, join host Kandas Rodarte as she welcomes Cora Naylor, a certified emotion coach practitioner and host of the "Crack the Code" podcast. Get ready for a transformative journey as Cora shares her expertise in...
41 min