Why Not Me: Turning Hand Sanitizer into a Moment Just for You

An art degree. The Peace Corps. Tech sales. Google AI. Then a luxury refillable hand sanitizer brand designed for moms who want a tiny daily escape. Livia’s story is the kind of career pivot that makes you rethink what “qualified” even means and it’s rooted right here in Maryland.We talk about what creativity really is (hint: it’s not just painting or crafts) and how it becomes a serious advantage in corporate life, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Livia shares what it’s like to work in Google Cloud AI serving the state of Maryland and higher education, plus the imposter syndrome that can creep in even when you’ve earned your seat. We also get honest about rejection: hearing no, giving no, and why women are taught to justify themselves when “no is a full sentence.”Then we get into Andiamo, her new small business: clean ingredients, perfume-level scent, beautiful packaging, and a refillable design that supports sustainability without sacrificing style. We break down her phased launch strategy, why keeping things simple wins early, and how using AI for research and validation can help founders move faster with more confidence.If you’re building a business, changing careers, or just trying to show up with more courage, you’ll leave with practical mindset tools and a reminder that fear can be a sign you’re on the right track. Ready for your own tiny daily escape? ✨🌍 Globally Inspired: Elevate your daily ritual with Andiamo’s premium hand sanitizer—sophisticated, world-inspired scents that whisk you away with every use.Explore Andiamo here:🌐 https://www.andiamoclub.com/Follow along for behind-the-scenes, launches, and more:📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTokSupport the show🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to MomTalk Maryland — where community, connection, and conversation collide! 💻 Visit us at thecolumbiamdmom.com 📧 Join our newsletter for episode updates, exclusive content, and local happenings: Subscribe! 📲 Follow along on Instagram: @the.columbiamom🗣️Got a topic idea, guest nomination, or want to sponsor an episode? Let us know!🎬 Watch behind the scenes of the podcast on YouTube: Subscribe to the MomTalk Maryland Podcast Playlist 🎧 Like what you heard? Leave a review & share with a friend who needs this convo in their life!