Threads of Wisdom

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of Threads of Wisdom, we sit down with Dr. Lenita Davis, Executive Director of the Sales Program at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, to explore her extraordinary journey from corporate America to academia and the life-changing moment that shaped her purpose.After surviving a life-threatening accident, Dr. Davis made a bold decision to leave the corporate world and pursue a higher calling: helping businesses grow while inspiring and empowering the next generation.With over 20 years of experience in sales education, Dr. Davis shares invaluable insights on:💡 Discovering your purpose and aligning it with your career🚀 Transitioning from corporate life to academia🧠 Overcoming fear, self-doubt, and the pressure to conform🌟 Embracing authenticity and “selling in the skin you're in”🤝 The true meaning of sales as service, empathy, and giving🎯 Why how you make people feel matters more than what you sell👩‍💼 Women in sales and breaking through confidence barriers🙏 Faith, resilience, and showing up with intention in life and workA key theme throughout this conversation is authenticity and impact learning to embrace your uniqueness, step into your purpose, and create meaningful connections in both business and life.This is more than a conversation about sales  it’s about identity, faith, leadership, and the courage to show up fully as yourself.🔔 Enjoyed the episode?Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more inspiring conversations from Threads of Wisdom.#ThreadsOfWisdom #LenitaDavis #SalesLeadership #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #WomenInBusiness #FaithAndWork #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Motivation

In this inspiring episode, Janey Walker, CEO and founder of Classic Mail Solutions, shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Wyoming to building a successful business in the commingling industry.Janey talks about how curiosity and a lifelong passion for learning shaped her career, ultimately leading her to entrepreneurship later in life. She explains how the commingling business works and how it helps companies reduce costs through efficient mail sorting and postal optimization.This conversation goes beyond business. Janey shares valuable insights on leadership, mentorship, and the importance of building strong relationships. She also discusses integrating faith into business decisions and why purpose-driven leadership plays a crucial role in long-term success.Whether you're an entrepreneur, part of the postal industry, or simply looking for motivation, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration on growth, resilience, and believing in yourself.What you’ll learn in this episode:How the commingling business works and why it mattersKey lessons from starting a business later in lifeThe role of faith in leadership and decision-makingWhy mentorship and continuous learning are essentialPractical advice for women in leadership and entrepreneurshipKey Topics:Janey Walker, Classic Mail Solutions, commingling business, entrepreneurship, leadership, women in leadership, faith in business, mentorship, business advice, postal industryTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to Janey Walker and Her Journey03:02 Understanding the Commingling Business05:55 The Birth of Classic Mail Solutions12:05 Navigating Challenges and Building Relationships14:52 Leadership Philosophy and Influences19:04 Integrating Faith and Business28:06 Advice for Future Generations36:01 Closing Thoughts and EncouragementHashtags:#JaneyWalker #ClassicMailSolutions #Entrepreneurship #WomenInLeadership #Leadership #BusinessAdvice #Mentorship #FaithInBusiness #PostalIndustry #Commingling #StartupJourney #Inspiration #BusinessPodcast

In this conversation, Kim shares her journey of founding Flourish Executive Retreats, a space designed for kingdom-minded female executives to rest, refuel, and refocus. She discusses the importance of discerning one's personal calling, the unexpected nature of God's plans, and the significance of leading with purpose and focusing on people rather than results. Kim emphasizes the need for faithfulness over fruitfulness and encourages women to abide with the Lord, reminding them of His love and provision in their lives.What you'll learn in this episode:Kim never intended to own a retreat company, but followed God's call.Flourish Executive Retreats are designed for kingdom-minded female executives.Discerning a calling involves asking God for direction and being patient.Callings are often unexpected and require dependence on God.Leading is about supporting others in fulfilling their callings.Influential women in leadership can inspire and guide others.Abiding with the Lord is essential for effective leadership.Faithfulness to God's calling is more important than visible results.God loves and adores you as you are, not as you should be.God has everything you need; just ask Him. Kim's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-wygle-b9441642/I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.– Caroline and the Threads of Wisdom podcast teamConnect with Caroline A. Mendez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolineamendez Visit the Threads of Wisdom devotionals on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Threads-Wisdom-TRAILBLAZERS-Devotional-devotional/dp/B0F48K346C/Listen to Threads of Wisdom on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HAwoKiHEdDJmwVt2CKoyrApple:​ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/threads-of-wisdom/id1887819451Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/753a548f-ec2a-468a-aee6-ace61c9638f6#ThreadsOfWisdom #CarolineMendez #ChristianWomenInBusiness #FaithAndWork #ChristianLeadership #WomenInLeadership #ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithDrivenLeader #ChristianPodcast #WomenOfFaith #BusinessWomen #ChristianCoaching #FaithAtWork #WomenEmpowerment #LeadershipDevelopmentThreads of Wisdom is the podcast passing on what Christian women in leadership have spent decades earning. Hosted by Caroline A. Mendez — author, coach, ordained minister, and advocate for Christian women in business for over 20 years — each episode features an honest, unfiltered conversation with a vetted Christian businesswoman living out her faith at the highest levels of her industry. From Gen Z to Boomers, across profit and non-profit, every guest brings real stories, hard-won perspective, and practical wisdom that goes far beyond the boardroom.If you're a Christian woman navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or building a business rooted in faith, this podcast was made for you. Tune in each week for conversations that challenge, equip, and inspire — and leave every episode with one piece of wisdom you can put to work today.

Shannon Keil is Chief Experience Officer of The Regent, a 10,000 square foot community event center in Riverview, Florida, but her influence stretches far beyond event planning. In this episode, Shannon draws on 25+ years of experience in hospitality and events — including work with Universal Studios Creative Development and the Young Presidents Organization — to explore what it truly means to lead with intention. She opens up about how her faith quietly shapes every leadership decision she makes, why legacy requires legs, and how being a servant leader means standing shoulder to shoulder with your team, not above them.Shannon shares the mentors who shaped her — from faith leader John Paul Jackson to YPO's Mark Forward, who literally charged her a dollar every time she undervalued herself — and reflects on the hard lessons of learning to trust both yourself and the anchors God places in your life. She talks candidly about imposter syndrome, the vulnerability required to grow, and why the most important thing a leader can do when they walk into a room is look for who they can give to, not what they can get.Key Takeaways:Legacy needs legs — impact grows when it flows outward into community, not when it's stored up for yourselfServant leadership means doing the work alongside your team, not just directing from aboveFaith at work doesn't have to be loud — character and integrity speak before words doEvery room you walk into has a purpose; shift your mindset from networking to assignment-seekingVulnerability and submission to mentorship are not weaknesses — they are growth acceleratorsStop waiting until you're fully qualified; God qualifies the called, not the other way aroundImposter syndrome is common among women leaders, but the antidote is connection and communityThe best anchors in your life aren't holding you back — they're keeping you groundedIf Shannon's story resonated with you, take one insight from this episode and put it into practice this week. Connect with Shannon and The Regent [email protected] hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.– Caroline and the Threads of Wisdom podcast teamConnect with Caroline A. Mendez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolineamendez Visit the Threads of Wisdom devotionals on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Threads-Wisdom-TRAILBLAZERS-Devotional-devotional/dp/B0F48K346C/Listen to Threads of Wisdom on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HAwoKiHEdDJmwVt2CKoyrApple:​ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/threads-of-wisdom/id1887819451Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/753a548f-ec2a-468a-aee6-ace61c9638f6#ThreadsOfWisdom #CarolineMendez #ChristianWomenInBusiness #FaithAndWork #ChristianLeadership #WomenInLeadership #ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithDrivenLeader #ChristianPodcast #WomenOfFaith #BusinessWomen #ChristianCoaching #FaithAtWork #WomenEmpowerment #LeadershipDevelopmentThreads of Wisdom is the podcast passing on what Christian women in leadership have spent decades earning. Hosted by Caroline A. Mendez — author, coach, ordained minister, and advocate for Christian women in business for over 20 years — each episode features an honest, unfiltered conversation with a vetted Christian businesswoman living out her faith at the highest levels of her industry. From Gen Z to Boomers, across profit and non-profit, every guest brings real stories, hard-won perspective, and practical wisdom that goes far beyond the boardroom.If you're a Christian woman navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or building a business rooted in faith, this podcast was made for you. Tune in each week for conversations that challenge, equip, and inspire — and leave every episode with one piece of wisdom you can put to work today.

Susan Springsteen is the co-founder of nth Solutions and President and CEO of H2O Connected, a woman-owned water technology company based in Coatesville, Pennsylvania. In this conversation, Susan shares how a faith-driven approach has shaped every dimension of her leadership journey — from her early days managing investments at Morgan Stanley to building two technology companies rooted in community impact and Christian mission. She opens up about what it means to run a business as a calling rather than a career, and how locating her companies in a high-poverty city was a deliberate, God-led decision to spur economic development and give people real opportunities.Susan dives into the nuances of Christian women in leadership — navigating the tension between confidence in the boardroom and conviction at home, the importance of stewardship over ownership, and why busyness is one of the enemy's most effective tools. She also shares a remarkable story of a funding miracle that happened just days before recording, a reminder that faith in business isn't theoretical — it shows up on a Thursday afternoon when payroll is due on Friday.Key takeaways:Leadership ability and task excellence are two different skill sets — you don't have to be the best at something to lead effectivelyBusiness as mission means intentionally using your company as a vehicle to serve people, spread values, and create opportunity in underserved communitiesStewardship, not ownership, is the mindset shift that changes how you lead, invest, and make decisionsNot all money is good money — mission alignment with your investors matters as much as the cheque they writeThe enemy's greatest weapon against mature Christian women isn't doubt — it's busyness; guard your prayer time fiercelyYounger Christian women are missing out by not actively seeking wisdom from the generation ahead of them"Obey God and leave the consequences to him" — practical advice for faith-driven entrepreneurs facing impossible decisionsConnect with Susan Springsteen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-springsteen-58788144/ H2O Connected: https://www.h2oconnected.com LeakAlertor 6000 (consumer product): available on AmazonPick up Threads of Wisdom Trailblazers on Amazon to read Susan's full story alongside 14 other Christian women leaders.I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.– Caroline and the Threads of Wisdom podcast teamConnect with Caroline A. Mendez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolineamendez Visit the Threads of Wisdom devotionals on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Threads-Wisdom-TRAILBLAZERS-Devotional-devotional/dp/B0F48K346C/Listen to Threads of Wisdom on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HAwoKiHEdDJmwVt2CKoyrApple:​ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/threads-of-wisdom/id1887819451Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/753a548f-ec2a-468a-aee6-ace61c9638f6#ThreadsOfWisdom #CarolineMendez #ChristianWomenInBusiness #FaithAndWork #ChristianLeadership #WomenInLeadership #ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithDrivenLeader #ChristianPodcast #WomenOfFaith #BusinessWomen #ChristianCoaching #FaithAtWork #WomenEmpowerment #LeadershipDevelopmentThreads of Wisdom is the podcast passing on what Christian women in leadership have spent decades earning. Hosted by Caroline A. Mendez — author, coach, ordained minister, and advocate for Christian women in business for over 20 years — each episode features an honest, unfiltered conversation with a vetted Christian businesswoman living out her faith at the highest levels of her industry. From Gen Z to Boomers, across profit and non-profit, every guest brings real stories, hard-won perspective, and practical wisdom that goes far beyond the boardroom.If you're a Christian woman navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or building a business rooted in faith, this podcast was made for you. Tune in each week for conversations that challenge, equip, and inspire — and leave every episode with one piece of wisdom you can put to work today.

What does it really mean to lead? For Carolina Flores, co-founder of HiHello Labs, a media production company serving clients nationwide, the answer is simple: service over everything.In this first episode of Threads of Wisdom, Carolina shares how growing up as a third-generation entrepreneur shaped her leadership philosophy from the ground up — and why she believes followers, not titles, are what define a true leader. She opens up about the hard lessons behind real delegation, what it took to clean house in her business and fire misaligned clients, and how choosing obedience over opportunity led to a 90% revenue increase in just one year.Carolina also talks candidly about co-founding a company with her husband, navigating the tension between boardroom and home, and why she's launching She Believes She Could — a podcast network built to amplify and connect female creators.This is the kind of wisdom you don't find in a business course. Take one thing from this episode and put it to work this week.I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.– Caroline and the Threads of Wisdom podcast teamConnect with Caroline A. Mendez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolineamendez Visit the Threads of Wisdom devotionals on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Threads-Wisdom-TRAILBLAZERS-Devotional-devotional/dp/B0F48K346C/#ThreadsOfWisdom #CarolineMendez #ChristianWomenInBusiness #FaithAndWork #ChristianLeadership #WomenInLeadership #ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithDrivenLeader #ChristianPodcast #WomenOfFaith #BusinessWomen #ChristianCoaching #FaithAtWork #WomenEmpowerment #LeadershipDevelopmentThreads of Wisdom is the podcast passing on what Christian women in leadership have spent decades earning. Hosted by Caroline A. Mendez — author, coach, ordained minister, and advocate for Christian women in business for over 20 years — each episode features an honest, unfiltered conversation with a vetted Christian businesswoman living out her faith at the highest levels of her industry. From Gen Z to Boomers, across profit and non-profit, every guest brings real stories, hard-won perspective, and practical wisdom that goes far beyond the boardroom.If you're a Christian woman navigating leadership, entrepreneurship, or building a business rooted in faith, this podcast was made for you. Tune in each week for conversations that challenge, equip, and inspire — and leave every episode with one piece of wisdom you can put to work today.