The InspirED Podcast: Leading the Way in Education

Andrea De La Cerda

Get ready to be inspirED by honest conversations and actionable insights for purpose-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday changemakers. From securing funding and building partnerships to shifting your mindset and navigating real-life challenges, each episode blends strategy and soulful lessons to help you lead your life (and work!) with purpose, intention, and authenticity. Hosted by Andrea De La Cerda—communications strategist, storyteller, and founder of Kandula Communications—The InspirED Podcast is rooted in our commitment to growth and education through lifelong learning.

  1. 2D AGO

    The Hidden Cost of Being "Good"

    In this episode, Andrea unpacks the hidden emotional, physical, and financial cost of being “good.” Through personal stories of childhood conditioning, people-pleasing, and survival mode in adulthood, she reveals how self-abandonment is often a nervous system response — not a personality trait. Andrea breaks down how “good girl” programming impacts income, leadership, boundaries, and burnout, and offers practical steps to reclaim your power without losing your kindness. ... EPISODE CHAPTERS (00:00) – Being “good” started to feel like a cage (01:00) – Performing and losing yourself in the process (02:00) – Childhood conditioning and learning to shrink (03:00) – Being “good” follows women into adulthood (04:00) – The financial cost of people-pleasing (05:00) – Physical and professional penalties of shrinking (06:00) – People-pleasing as a nervous system response (07:00) – Kindness vs. self-abandonment (08:00) – Three boundaries to reclaim your power (09:00) – Example of boundaries increasing revenue (10:00) – Your action step: choose one boundary this week ... RESOURCES ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Goal Getters Guide⁠ TAG ANDREA ON INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠@andreadlc_coach⁠ CONNECT WITH KANDULA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She is currently pursuing her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kandulacommunications.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . . . . . . . Relate to Today's Topic: People pleasing, self abandonment, childhood emotional neglect, nervous system response, boundary setting, women in leadership, burnout recovery, financial empowerment, good girl conditioning, emotional survival patterns, income growth, identity work, women and power, economic independence, personal boundaries.

    11 min
  2. MAR 12

    The Motherhood Penalty

    In this powerful season opener, Andrea shares a deeply personal story about financial dependence, single motherhood, and the night her credit cards were declined at a grocery store with two small children in tow. What felt like a private failure was actually something much bigger: the systemic reality known as the motherhood penalty. Backed by research and lived experience, this episode explores the documented financial cost women pay for caregiving, why the so-called “choice” to stay home isn’t always a true choice, and how cultural narratives continue to romanticize economic dependence. ... EPISODE CHAPTERS (00:00) – The grocery store moment that changed everything (01:45) – The decision to stay home — and what it really cost (03:15) – Losing financial power and personal identity (04:20) – The research behind the motherhood penalty (05:10) – Why “choice” isn’t always a real choice (05:55) – Romanticizing dependence vs. protecting freedom (06:00) – How to build and protect your economic power (06:50) – Your challenge: know your numbers and take one action RESOURCES ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Goal Getters Guide TAG ANDREA ON INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠⁠@andreadlc_coach⁠ CONNECT WITH KANDULA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She is currently pursuing her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kandulacommunications.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . . . . . . . Relate to Today's Topic: Motherhood penalty, economic independence, financial abuse, caregiver wage gap, fatherhood bonus, career interruption, stay-at-home motherhood, financial transparency, postpartum challenges, single motherhood, wealth protection, women and work, economic empowerment, financial literacy for women, income protection.

    7 min
  3. 12/11/2025

    Experiential Education's Transformative Power with Dr. Tracy Baynes

    In this episode, Dr. Tracy Baynes, founder and CEO of STEP (Student Expedition Program), shares her journey from oceanography to education, focusing on empowering low-income high school students in Arizona. She discusses the challenges these students face, the importance of family support, and the transformative experiences provided by STEP. Dr. Baynes emphasizes the significance of hard work, internal motivation, and creating generational change through education, while also inviting listeners to get involved with her nonprofit organization. CHAPTERS (00:00) Introduction to Dr. Tracy Baines and STEP (02:37) Connecting Oceanography to Education (05:51) The Launch of STEP and Its Mission (10:00) Comprehensive Support for Students (12:03) Challenges Faced by Students (15:38) The Role of Family Support (21:06) Overcoming Doubts and Building a Nonprofit (23:26) The Importance of Education and Lifelong Learning (28:25) Creating Generational Change Through Education (29:13) Getting Involved with STEP RESOURCES Dr. Tracy Baynes STEP Expedition and College Prep Instagram CONNECT WITH ANDREA ⁠Andreadelacerda.com⁠ Get Your Business Audit⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications, and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine, as well as her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 ⁠Kandula Communications⁠ . . . Relate to Today's Topic: Education Access, First-Generation Students, Youth Empowerment, College Readiness, Nonprofit Leadership, STEM Education Pathways, Breaking Generational Cycles, Student Success Stories, Community Support, Equity in Education, Arizona Education, Youth Mentorship, Experiential Learning, Career Exploration for Teens, Women in Leadership, Educational Opportunity Programs, Designing your dream life, Living with purpose, Passion-driven life, Romanticizing the everyday, Finding joy in the little things, Slow living podcast, Mindful lifestyle, Joyful living, Living intentionally, Creating your dream life, Daily habits for happiness, Self-love and fulfillment, Purpose-driven living, Self-discovery, Personal growth podcast, Self-care podcast, Mindset shifts, Wellness for women, Empowered living, Living authentically, Motivation for women, Confidence building, Mental wellness podcast, Self-help podcast, Personal development podcast, Wellness podcast, Lifestyle podcast, Motivation podcast, Women’s empowerment podcast, How to be happier, Simple living, Happiness hacks

    32 min
  4. 12/04/2025

    Tripping into Wellness: Are Psychedelics the Next Business Hack? Interview with Dr. Eva Altobelli

    In this conversation, Dr. Eva Altobelli discusses the transformative potential of psychedelic therapy, addressing common misconceptions and emphasizing its benefits for personal and spiritual growth. The dialogue explores the unique challenges faced by women in managing mental health, societal expectations, and the importance of self-care. This conversation concludes with a focus on community support and the necessity of not navigating these journeys alone. . . . EPISODE CHAPTERS (00:00) Introduction to Psychedelic Therapy (03:54) Misconceptions and Benefits of Psychedelic Therapy (06:30) Understanding Client Experiences and Aspirations (11:26) The Role of Women in Mental Health and Self-Care (16:19) Transformational Therapies and Self-Discovery (21:14) Preparing for Psychedelic Therapy Sessions (24:50) Exploring the World of Psychedelics (26:35) The Therapeutic Benefits of Ketamine (29:23) Resilience and Mental Health for High-Achieving Women (31:57) Navigating Boundaries in Relationships (34:36) The Process of Integration in Healing (36:19) Practical Steps for Prioritizing Mental Health (38:57) The Evolution of Mental Health Practices (41:42) Community and Connection in Healing  . . . RESOURCES Dr. Altobelli⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Call or Text: 424-877-1333 Get Your Business Audit Insight Timer CONNECT WITH ANDREA Andreadelacerda.com Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications, and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine, as well as her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 Kandula Communications . . . Relate to Today's Topic: Psychedelic-assisted therapy, Women’s mental health, Personal growth practices, Spiritual growth & healing, Mind-body connection, Trauma-informed healing, Integration after psychedelic experiences, Emotional resilience, Overcoming societal expectations, Self-care for high-achieving women, Community support in healing, Mental health stigma, Holistic wellness, Guided inner work, Conscious leadership for women, Life you love, Create a life you love, Intentional living, Designing your dream life, Living with purpose, Passion-driven life, Romanticizing the everyday, Finding joy in the little things, Slow living podcast, Mindful lifestyle, Joyful living, Living intentionally, Creating your dream life, Daily habits for happiness, Self-love and fulfillment, Purpose-driven living, Self-discovery, Personal growth podcast, Self-care podcast, Mindset shifts, Wellness for women, Empowered living, Living authentically, Motivation for women, Confidence building, Mental wellness podcast, Self-help podcast, Personal development podcast, Wellness podcast, Lifestyle podcast, Motivation podcast, Women’s empowerment podcast, How to be happier, Simple living, Happiness hacks

    47 min
  5. 06/26/2025

    [Revisit] Romanticizing Your Life: Building a Life You’re Passionate About Every Day

    This isn’t about pretending life is perfect. It’s about learning how to create moments of magic, even in the middle of the mess. If we’re not intentional about creating joy in our everyday lives, burnout isn’t just possible... it’s inevitable. Because here’s the truth: hustle without harmony leads to resentment, exhaustion, and questioning why you even started in the first place. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something we don’t talk about enough: the power of romanticizing your own life. Not as some indulgent luxury reserved for vacations or weekends, but as an absolutely essential strategy for sustaining your energy, your creativity, and your capacity to lead. . . . EPISODE CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 0:40 -  A Concept that's Empowering 1:52 -   Am I Actually Enjoying My Life? 2:26 - The Uncomfortable Truth 4:44 -  Mental Shift 6:07 -  Why Does Romanticizing our Lives Matter? 8:04 - The Roses are out There 10:22 - Choose to Celebrate Pleasure 14:11 - Step Confidently into Life  . . . RESOURCES ⁠⁠⁠ The Vision Board Playbook: Design Your Dream Year⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH KANDULA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She is currently pursuing her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. Sign up for Andrea's monthly newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Insights for Systemic Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kandulacommunications.com/⁠⁠⁠ . . . . . . . . . Relate to Today's Topic: Romanticize your life, Romanticizing life, How to romanticize your life, Building a passionate life, Life you love, Create a life you love, Intentional living, Designing your dream life, Living with purpose, Passion-driven life, Romanticizing the everyday, Finding joy in the little things, Slow living podcast, Mindful lifestyle, Joyful living, Living intentionally, Creating your dream life, Daily habits for happiness, Self-love and fulfillment, Purpose-driven living, Self-discovery, Personal growth podcast, Self-care podcast, Mindset shifts, Wellness for women, Empowered living, Living authentically, Motivation for women, Confidence building, Mental wellness podcast, Self-help podcast, Personal development podcast, Wellness podcast, Lifestyle podcast, Motivation podcast, Women’s empowerment podcast, How to be happier, Simple living, Happiness hacks

    16 min
  6. 06/19/2025

    This Wasn’t the Plan: Finding Your Identity After a Major Life Change

    If you've ever found yourself staring at a life you didn’t plan, wondering what comes next, this one’s for you. This week, Andrea dives into the messy, beautiful, and often disorienting process of rebuilding your sense of self when life takes an unexpected turn. Whether you're navigating the end of a relationship, a career pivot, a health crisis, or another plot twist you didn’t see coming—this episode offers real talk, reflective questions, and grounded inspiration to help you rediscover who you are when the old version of you no longer fits.  . . . RESOURCES » ⁠⁠⁠Boundaries Blueprint: 5-Minute Mental Health Tracker⁠⁠⁠ » ⁠⁠⁠Get info about our upcoming Mastermind cohort!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . CONNECT WITH KANDULA team@kandulacommunications.com . . . CONNECT WITH KANDULA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She is currently pursuing her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. Sign up for Andrea's monthly newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Insights for Systemic Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kandulacommunications.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ This Week's Themes identity after life change, rediscovering yourself, personal growth, finding yourself again, healing after change, life transitions, mindset shift, self discovery, emotional healing, navigating uncertainty, resilience and recovery, starting over, rebuilding your life, how to find your purpose

    27 min
  7. 06/12/2025

    Turning Rejection into Resilience

    Let's get real: rejection stings. Whether it's a "no" to your proposal, a lost client, or a critical piece of feedback, it can shake your confidence and make you question everything. But here's something I wish I'd known sooner: Rejection isn't the end. It's often the pivot point toward deeper alignment and bigger success.  . . . RESOURCES » ⁠⁠Boundaries Blueprint: 5-Minute Mental Health Tracker⁠⁠ » ⁠⁠Get info about our upcoming Mastermind cohort!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . CONNECT WITH KANDULA team@kandulacommunications.com . . . CONNECT WITH KANDULA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She is currently pursuing her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. Sign up for Andrea's monthly newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Insights for Systemic Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kandulacommunications.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

    17 min
  8. 06/05/2025

    Purpose and Identity: How Living Authentically Fuels Impact

    Andrea dives into why sustainable impact starts with self-awareness—and how getting clear on who you are fuels the kind of purpose-driven work that actually lasts.  . . . RESOURCES » ⁠Boundaries Blueprint: 5-Minute Mental Health Tracker⁠ » ⁠Get info about our upcoming Mastermind cohort!⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . CONNECT WITH KANDULA team@kandulacommunications.com . . . CONNECT WITH KANDULA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDA Andrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She is currently pursuing her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA. Sign up for Andrea's monthly newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Insights for Systemic Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. . . . WORK WITH US Kandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us! 👇🏼 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kandulacommunications.com/⁠⁠⁠ . . .

    24 min
5
out of 5
16 Ratings

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Get ready to be inspirED by honest conversations and actionable insights for purpose-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday changemakers. From securing funding and building partnerships to shifting your mindset and navigating real-life challenges, each episode blends strategy and soulful lessons to help you lead your life (and work!) with purpose, intention, and authenticity. Hosted by Andrea De La Cerda—communications strategist, storyteller, and founder of Kandula Communications—The InspirED Podcast is rooted in our commitment to growth and education through lifelong learning.