Working Women Mentor

Rani Alfers
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🎙️ Recognized by FeedSpot as one of Texas’ Top 70 Career-Minded and Working Women Podcasts, featured on ABC’s Good Morning Texas, and selected by MillionPodcasts as one of the Top 100 Mentorship Podcasts on the web. Have you ever received advice at exactly the right moment, the kind that shifts how you see yourself or your next step? That’s a #MentorMoment. And this podcast is full of them. Working Women Mentor is where ambitious, thoughtful women come to feel seen, supported, and guided. Each episode features candid conversations with inspiring women who share the real stories behind their growth, including the decisions, pivots, challenges, and wisdom that shaped their careers and lives. You won’t find hype here. You’ll find perspective. Whether you're building your career, navigating reinvention, leading a team, launching something new, or stepping into a new season of life, this podcast offers grounded mentorship you can apply immediately. Hosted by Rani Alfers, business owner, mother, mentor, and believer in the power of everyday guidance, Working Women Mentor exists to remind you that you don’t have to figure it out alone. Subscribe now for automatic downloads and join the women supporting women movement. Listen, grow, and step into your next chapter with clarity.

  1. The Power of the Pause: How to Lead Without Losing Yourself

    MAR 18

    The Power of the Pause: How to Lead Without Losing Yourself

    Vicki Bradley, CEO and founder of Women in Leadership Empowered, brings over two decades of executive leadership experience into a conversation that feels both personal and practical. Her work centers on conscious leadership, trust, and what she calls “the invisible load” many women quietly carry. Her perspective matters because she has lived the stretch between high-level leadership, motherhood, illness, caregiving, and returning to earn her PhD mid-career. In this conversation, we explore: • How to respond instead of react in high-stress leadership moments • Why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness • The concept of the invisible load and how it impacts women at work • How to build the muscle of conscious choice in your leadership • Why mentorship is reciprocal and often found in small, everyday moments This episode is for the woman who feels responsible for everything, who leads at work and at home, and who is ready to carry her ambition without burning herself out. If you are navigating growth, pressure, or transition, this conversation will remind you that you have more choice and power than you think. Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    40 min
  2. How to Raise Capital as a Woman: Real Advice on Confidence, Investors, and Getting Started

    MAR 4

    How to Raise Capital as a Woman: Real Advice on Confidence, Investors, and Getting Started

    Marcia Dawood is a venture investor, author, and longtime advocate for helping more women step into the world of capital with confidence. Through her work in angel investing and education, she has seen firsthand what holds women back from investing and raising money and what actually helps them move forward. Her perspective matters because it is rooted in lived experience, not theory. In this conversation, we explore: • Why so many women wait to feel ready before investing or raising capital • The mindset shift that makes fundraising less intimidating • What investors are really looking for beyond the pitch deck • How to build confidence through small, practical steps • Why access to capital changes more than just a business This episode is for the woman who has an idea, a growing business, or a curiosity about investing but feels like she is behind, underqualified, or unsure where to begin. You will walk away clearer on what actually matters and more grounded in your next step, whether that is writing the check or asking for one. Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    45 min
  3. From Exhausted to Energized: What to Change in 90 Days

    FEB 18

    From Exhausted to Energized: What to Change in 90 Days

    Robyn Engelson is a life transformation coach and bestselling author who rebuilt her health after being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroid disease. After years of fatigue, brain fog, and frustration, she stopped waiting for answers and began taking ownership of her nutrition, strength training, mindset, and accountability. Today, she helps high-achieving women restore their energy in a way that is structured, realistic, and sustainable. In this conversation, we explore: • The overlooked signs of chronic fatigue and autoimmune imbalance • Why more cardio and less food is keeping women stuck • How stress and unresolved patterns impact physical health • The simple morning shifts that regulate your nervous system • What focused accountability over 90 days can truly change Robyn shares how compressing her two-and-a-half-year healing journey into a 90-day framework now helps women rebuild their energy without extreme routines or endless appointments. This episode is for the woman who keeps pushing through exhaustion, who knows she is capable of more, and who is ready to stop surviving and start rebuilding. Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    38 min
  4. What It Really Takes to Build a Career That Lasts (And Still Feels Like You)

    FEB 4

    What It Really Takes to Build a Career That Lasts (And Still Feels Like You)

    There comes a point in your career when working harder stops being the answer, and working wiser becomes essential. In this conversation, Gretchen Gagel shares the kind of perspective that only comes from decades of lived experience: leading teams, navigating seasons of isolation, learning when to adapt and when to stay rooted, and discovering that the most sustainable careers are built from the inside out. This episode isn’t about breaking barriers or proving yourself. It’s about learning how to lead without losing your values, how to grow without burning out, and how mentorship, both given and received, quietly shapes the women who last. If you’re navigating a season of growth, questioning what longevity really looks like, or craving guidance from someone who has already walked the road ahead, this conversation offers calm clarity and grounded reassurance. Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    45 min
  5. Traditional Chinese Medicine for Modern Women: Prevention, Detox, and Listening to Your Body & Mentorship

    JAN 21

    Traditional Chinese Medicine for Modern Women: Prevention, Detox, and Listening to Your Body & Mentorship

    What if your symptoms are not the problem, but the message? This episode is for the woman who is tired of quick fixes and ready to understand her body with more patience, more curiosity, and more compassion. Dr. Angela Zeng shares how traditional Chinese medicine approaches health through observation, prevention, and root-cause support, plus what it really takes to turn a personal remedy into a product people actually choose. You will hear a grounded take on why taste matters when you want healthier habits to stick, how to think about ingredients through both heritage and research, and why hearing “no” is part of building something meaningful. Along the way, you will be reminded to slow down, notice patterns, and reconnect with what your body is asking for. If you are craving a more aligned way to care for yourself long-term, press play and subscribe for more mentor moments.  Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    43 min
  6. Beyond the Med Spa: Mentorship, Wellness, and Sustainable Success

    JAN 7

    Beyond the Med Spa: Mentorship, Wellness, and Sustainable Success

    What if this season isn’t asking you to push harder, but to care for yourself more intentionally? In this episode, we explore what it looks like to slow down and tune back into your body, your energy, and your intuition. It’s a gentle conversation about redefining success, honoring quieter seasons, and trusting your timing, especially when life looks full on the outside but feels misaligned underneath. We talk about self-investment in the same way many women think about med-spa visits, collagen, skincare, and hormone health, not as vanity, but as long-term care. The kind that supports you from the inside out. The kind that helps you feel grounded, clear, and more like yourself again. This episode is for the woman who wants to understand what’s happening in her body, listen more closely to what she actually needs, and choose alignment over constant pressure. It’s a reminder that rest is information, clarity comes in stillness, and taking care of yourself is never falling behind. Press play when you’re walking, driving, or taking a moment just for you, and subscribe so you’re the first to hear what’s coming next this season. Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    40 min
  7. From Base to Broadcast: A Military Spouse’s Guide to Confidence, Connection & Community

    06/25/2025

    From Base to Broadcast: A Military Spouse’s Guide to Confidence, Connection & Community

    In this episode of the Working Women Mentor Podcast, we sit down with Kristen Nolan, Senior Client Account Manager at Interview Valet, military spouse, and mother of three, who brings heart, humor, and hard-earned wisdom to the mic. Kristen takes us behind the scenes of a life shaped by movement—literally and figuratively. From constant relocations to growing roots in new communities, she shares how connection, mentorship, and resilience became her anchors. Whether you're leading a team, launching a business, growing your personal brand, or simply navigating change, this episode delivers rich, relatable insights. Learn how to build meaningful relationships, improve your listening skills, and show up with authenticity—even when you're starting over. Kristen also unpacks what makes a great podcast guest, how to overcome fear with preparation, and why niche audiences matter more than numbers. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone ready to grow their influence, build their community, and lead with intention—no matter the industry. Guest Links & Additional Episode Mentions: Website: https://interviewvalet.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenbnolan/ Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    41 min
  8. Leading with Aloha: Real Estate, Resilience, and Mentorship Rooted in Hawaiian Values with Lailan Bento

    06/11/2025

    Leading with Aloha: Real Estate, Resilience, and Mentorship Rooted in Hawaiian Values with Lailan Bento

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lailan Bento—a trailblazing real estate broker, community advocate, and proud Native Hawaiian—who brings a unique perspective shaped by politics, culture, and a lifelong commitment to mentorship. Lailan shares her journey from growing up surrounded by the Aloha spirit to transforming lives through real estate and public service. Her story weaves together cultural integrity, leadership with heart, and the role of mastermind communities in elevating personal and professional growth. Whether you're navigating your own career path, building a business, or simply seeking inspiration from women leading with purpose, this episode delivers practical wisdom for all stages of life. From embracing change to staying rooted in values, Lailan reminds us that community connection and mentorship can drive profound impact. Guest Links & Additional Episode Mentions: Website: https://lailanbento.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lailanbento/ Want to be a guest? If you have a mentor moment that could inspire someone else DM us GUEST on Instagram, or Apply to be a guest here: https://www.workingwomenmentor.com/apply Connect with our community on: https://www.instagram.com/workingwomenmentor/ 👇✨ Download our FREE Mentorship Resources: WorkingWomenMentor.com Connect with Rani Alfers on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralfers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rani.alfersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranialfers/ 🎁Want to Launch your OWN Podcast? Here are my FREE Resources to Get Started and SAVE time and money with AI

    36 min
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🎙️ Recognized by FeedSpot as one of Texas’ Top 70 Career-Minded and Working Women Podcasts, featured on ABC’s Good Morning Texas, and selected by MillionPodcasts as one of the Top 100 Mentorship Podcasts on the web. Have you ever received advice at exactly the right moment, the kind that shifts how you see yourself or your next step? That’s a #MentorMoment. And this podcast is full of them. Working Women Mentor is where ambitious, thoughtful women come to feel seen, supported, and guided. Each episode features candid conversations with inspiring women who share the real stories behind their growth, including the decisions, pivots, challenges, and wisdom that shaped their careers and lives. You won’t find hype here. You’ll find perspective. Whether you're building your career, navigating reinvention, leading a team, launching something new, or stepping into a new season of life, this podcast offers grounded mentorship you can apply immediately. Hosted by Rani Alfers, business owner, mother, mentor, and believer in the power of everyday guidance, Working Women Mentor exists to remind you that you don’t have to figure it out alone. Subscribe now for automatic downloads and join the women supporting women movement. Listen, grow, and step into your next chapter with clarity.

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