In this episode of the LIBI podcast, host Rea Hailley begins her new series called "five questions and one wild story fempreneurs to watch for", the spotlight is on Cat Seier, who shares her remarkable journey from being unexpectedly laid off to becoming an empowering force in the networking and presentation realm. Seier candidly discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of human connection amidst the digital age, and the significance of embracing fears and uncertainties—proving that impactful networking is within everyone's reach. The episode wraps with a personal wild story that highlights Seier’s adventurous spirit, reflecting her belief in diving into life’s experiences with both feet, all while keeping a parachute handy.

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Host: Rea Hailley Driven by a deep-seated belief in the power of entrepreneurship, Rea leads New Idea Machine in empowering businesses with innovative digital solutions. Having witnessed the grit and triumph of her parents building a business from scratch, Rea is passionate about enabling significant revenue growth and seamless operations for startups and Small/Medium Businesses, ensuring their dedication translates into tangible success.

Guest: Cat Seier has over 20 years of experience in operational excellence, training, and community engagement. She believes that connection is the key to success, whether through networking or engaging with an audience. Cat helps professionals transform their expertise into engaging, high-impact workshops and designs networking events that foster real, meaningful connections. She's passionate about helping people soar in their professional lives by making meaningful connections, whether one-on-one or on a stage.

Show Links:

• The Connection Edge 

Show Quotes:

"I need to help these people so that their passion and knowledge can translate and can shine through."
"You don't need more credentials, you just need more space. Take up more space."
"Every person is the right person."

Credits...

This Episode Sponsored By: New Idea Machine

Episode Music: Tony Del Degan

Creator & Producer: Al Del Degan