A Fierce Life Starts With Ownership And Action | Tara Wilson | Founder, Fierce Lab & Tara Wilson Agency

What does it really mean to be fierce? For Tara Wilson, it’s not about being loud or intense. It’s about ownership and action. Tara is the founder of Fierce Lab, an empowerment platform helping women take charge of their careers, finances, mental health, and risk-taking. Tara breaks down why women often hesitate to claim their power, how to move past perfectionism, and why knowing your numbers is non-negotiable for business success. We talk about building teams, building confidence, and why control starts between your ears. If you’re ready to lead your life more boldly, this conversation is your call to action. Chapters: 00:00 What fierce really means 01:20 Building a platform for women through Fierce Lab 03:15 Tara’s journey from lost 20-something to confident founder 05:10 The four pillars of Fierce Lab 07:00 Quiet confidence and redefining the word fierce 09:30 Owning your story and taking action 11:00 The role of community in achieving big goals 13:00 From events to experiential marketing 15:20 Why she pivoted her business 17:00 Letting go of control and trusting your team 19:00 How contractors can grow your business 21:30 Stats every entrepreneur should know 23:15 Knowing your numbers and what they mean 25:00 Facing fear with clarity 26:45 The perfectionism trap 28:15 Lessons from cold-calling and Girl Scout cookie sales 30:30 Early business role models and mentors 33:00 How to stay informed without getting overwhelmed 35:15 Why input needs boundaries 37:00 Tara’s support system 39:30 Advice for tough days 41:15 What powerful and lady mean together 43:00 How to join or support Fierce Lab The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices