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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 58 MIN

[EP18] Building Bridges, Empowering Women with Monica Smiley

from Becoming Tantalum with Megan Bunnell · host Megan Bunnell

What does it really take to build lasting success—and still love your life?In this powerful episode of Empowered & Unstoppable, host Megan Bunnell sits down with Monica Smiley—global thought leader, award-winning journalist, and founder of Enterprising Women—for an inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, resilience, and the power of women supporting women.With more than 45 years amplifying women’s voices, Monica shares the behind-the-scenes story of building a magazine and global movement that has stood the test of time, while staying grounded in joy, purpose, and family.✨ This episode is a must-listen for high-achieving women who want success without burnout and impact without losing themselves.How Monica built Enterprising Women into a 25-year global powerhouseWhy community and relationships matter more than strategy aloneHow to take smart risks—even when the outcome is uncertainWhat it means to create a life you don’t need to retire fromHow women can scale success and give back meaningfullyWhy joy, legacy, and impact are the real measures of successEnterprising Women Magazine – Reaching women entrepreneurs in nearly 200 countriesEnterprising Women Foundation – Empowering young women through mentoring & financial literacyPeace Through Business® – Supporting women entrepreneurs in underserved and conflict-affected regions📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/enterprisingwomen/?hl=en🌐 Enterprising Women Foundation:https://www.enterprisingwomenfoundation.org/our-founder/📰 Enterprising Women Magazine:https://enterprisingwomen.com/the-connector/blogger/msmiley

What does it really take to build lasting success—and still love your life?In this powerful episode of Empowered & Unstoppable, host Megan Bunnell sits down with Monica Smiley—global thought leader, award-winning journalist, and founder of Enterprising Women—for an inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, resilience, and the power of women supporting women.With more than 45 years amplifying women’s voices, Monica shares the behind-the-scenes story of building a magazine and global movement that has stood the test of time, while staying grounded in joy, purpose, and family.✨ This episode is a must-listen for high-achieving women who want success without burnout and impact without losing themselves.How Monica built Enterprising Women into a 25-year global powerhouseWhy community and relationships matter more than strategy aloneHow to take smart risks—even when the outcome is uncertainWhat it means to create a life you don’t need to retire fromHow women can scale success and give back meaningfullyWhy joy, legacy, and impact are the real measures of successEnterprising Women Magazine – Reaching women entrepreneurs in nearly 200 countriesEnterprising Women Foundation – Empowering young women through mentoring & financial literacyPeace Through Business® – Supporting women entrepreneurs in underserved and conflict-affected regions📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/enterprisingwomen/?hl=en🌐 Enterprising Women Foundation:https://www.enterprisingwomenfoundation.org/our-founder/📰 Enterprising Women Magazine:https://enterprisingwomen.com/the-connector/blogger/msmiley

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