Filling the Stands by Following Her Passion: Elizabeth Sweet's Journey in Journalism & Women's Sports

Join host Rachel for an inspiring conversation with Elizabeth Sweet, a talented journalist and the passionate founder of Fill The Stands. Liz has carved a unique path by blending her love for sports and her storytelling prowess. In this episode, you'll discover: Liz's journey into the world of journalism and her early passion for the field. The powerful story behind Fill The Stands: how Liz, a former female athlete, was inspired to create a non-profit empowering students to promote women's sports and boost attendance at their events. Insights into Liz's successful career as a freelance journalist, writing for renowned publications like The Wall Street Journal, Milwaukee Magazine, Dwell Magazine, and more, covering both sports and architecture/home design. How the core skills of a journalist – storytelling, research, and communication – were instrumental in persevering through the challenges of launching and running a non-profit. Key Lesson: Liz shares a powerful lesson about the importance of persevering and following your intuition, illustrating how combining her passions has led to a truly fulfilling career. Actionable Takeaway: Liz encourages listeners to pay attention to those inner "tugs" and explore the directions they feel drawn to, as these might lead to unexpected and rewarding paths. If you're looking for inspiration on following your passions, the power of perseverance, and the impact of combining your skills with a cause you believe in, this episode with Elizabeth Sweet is a must-listen! Follow Liz Sweet's Work: ElizabethSweet.com | Fill The Stands Sports + Architecture Journalist | Advocate for Women’s Sports Telling stories that capture the heart, hustle, and humanity of design and sport. Discover her latest work. Instagram: @elizabethsweetid | @fillthestands Stay Connected: Follow Life's Next Lesson Plan on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with us on social media @lifesnextlessonplan on Instagram, YouTube and Facebook Explore more lessons and personal content by joining our Patreon: patreon.com/liveandlearn.