WISEly Speaking

Laura Early + Diana Jaquith
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Entrepreneurship

WISEly Speaking is where strategy meets storytelling. Hosted by Laura Early and Diana Jaquith, this weekly podcast pulls back the curtain on building, leading, and scaling with intention. From the founding story of WISE to candid conversations with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and our own team, we go beyond the highlight reel to share the real wins, challenges, and lessons learned. Each episode runs 30–45 minutes and is designed to leave you with both inspiration and practical takeaways you can apply in your own business or career. With segments like Quick Tips and behind-the-scenes chats, WISE-ly Speaking blends heart and hustle because we believe leadership is personal, growth is intentional, and community is everything.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Leading in Transition

    Today, we want to talk to you about something that feels real and timely: leading in transition. Leadership can evolve during seasons of change, especially when personal or even team transitions are happening. Life is always moving, and there needs to be space for compassion, clarity, and boundaries to lead effectively through uncertain seasons. Time Stamps 00.00 Introduction  04:53 Empathy and Clarity in Leadership  09:14 Boundaries and Care in Leadership  11:40 Leading a Female Team 15:56 Key Takeaways For leaders in Transition Resources: Diana LinkedIn  Laura LinkedIn  wiseadviseteam.com

    19 min

  2. May 12

    From the Ground up

    Today we’re talking about the scrappy, gritty and messy part of building WISE from the ground up. We’re focusing on start-up strategies, our initial financial choices we made and lessons learned through mistakes. No matter where you are in launching your own business or looking for sustainable growth inspiration, these insights will provide valuable guidance.  Time Stamps 00:00 Bootstrapping WISE: The Early Days 03:33 Creative Solutions and Initial Investments 07:33 Learning from Early Mistakes 15:50 Growth and Sustainability Strategies 20:08 The Importance of Intentionality in Business Resources: Diana LinkedIn  Laura LinkedIn  wiseadviseteam.com

    22 min

  3. Apr 28

    It Started at a Panera Bread

    In this episode, we share our personal journey through foundership and business growth from the past 10 years. We explore foundational elements such as the importance of trust, shared values, and how effective communication is vital for a successful partnership.  Time Stamps 00:00 The Birth of a Business Idea 03:05 Navigating Partnership Dynamics 06:13 Building Trust and Shared Vision 09:00 Conflict Resolution and Communication 12:02 Staying Inspired and Motivated 15:08 The Importance of Vulnerability  18:10 Commitment and Accountability in Partnership  21:11 Continuous Growth and Learning 24:08 Key Takeaways for Future Partnerships Resources: wiseadviseteam.com  Diana LinkedIn  Laura LinkedIn  wiseadviseteam.com

    33 min

  4. Apr 14

    How We Built WISE Part 2

    Today we dive into how some entrepreneurs never truly grasp how a successful and sustainable business gets set apart from the rest. In episode 2, Laura and Diana talk through core values, winning mindsets and the mentality it takes to transform an idea into a business and how you can do the same.  Time Stamps 00.00 Introduction  00:27 Founding Story and Mission 03:09 Core Values and Differentiators  09:47 Defining Moments in Business 15:10 Lessons Learned and Mistakes Made 20:01 Actionable Tips for Entrepreneurs

    29 min

  5. Apr 14

    How we Built WISE Part 1

    Join us in our debut episode of WISEly Speaking, where we talk through the beginnings of our company, WISE. We share our unique experiences on our entrepreneurial journey as military spouses, including leadership lessons and business ownership challenges. Timestamps: 00.00 Introduction 00:51 Life Before WISE 04:40 Identifying the Gap: Military Spouse & Employment 08:07 Founding Moment: Turning Ideas into Reality 10:09 Lessons Learned: The Journey of Entrepreneurship 12:02 Looking Ahead

    13 min

  6. Season 1 Trailer

    WISEly Speaking Intro

    Welcome to WISEly Speaking.

    1 min

Trailer

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About

WISEly Speaking is where strategy meets storytelling. Hosted by Laura Early and Diana Jaquith, this weekly podcast pulls back the curtain on building, leading, and scaling with intention. From the founding story of WISE to candid conversations with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and our own team, we go beyond the highlight reel to share the real wins, challenges, and lessons learned. Each episode runs 30–45 minutes and is designed to leave you with both inspiration and practical takeaways you can apply in your own business or career. With segments like Quick Tips and behind-the-scenes chats, WISE-ly Speaking blends heart and hustle because we believe leadership is personal, growth is intentional, and community is everything.

Information

  • Creator
    Laura Early + Diana Jaquith
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Laura Early + Diana Jaquith