What No One Tells You About Fundraising as a Female Founder- With Marlene Leiss

In this episode, I’m joined by Marlene Leiss, co-founder of The Graduate Guide, to talk about what it’s really like navigating entrepreneurship as a woman—especially when it comes to fundraising, leadership, and sales.We dive into her experience leading in a mixed-gender founding team, shifting her identity into that of a CEO, and learning how to own the room, even when it feels intimidating.You’ll hear us talk about:• The fundraising gap women face—and how Marlene is tackling it• Building systems for sales, follow-ups, and client success• What a CRM is and why it matters when growing a business• Navigating co-founder dynamics as a woman in leadership• Moving through imposter syndrome and building unshakable self-beliefIf you’re building a business, pitching investors, or simply trying to back yourself more boldly—this episode is packed with relatable insight and real strategy.🎧 Tune in and reach out if anything resonates—we love hearing from you!Connect with Marlene on LinkedIn:📎 Marlene LeissFollow along with Empower Sounds:📸 Instagram: @empowersoundspod🎥 TikTok: @empowersoundspod📩 For inquiries & collaborations: [email protected]