Podcasts by Fidelity P.O.W.E.R. Plug Podcast for Women in Business

EP70: Fidelity P.O.W.E.R Plug: Cooking Up a Legacy of Impact with Chef Dee from 2023-06-07T12:00

Do you enjoy going out to eat where you know the food is not just good, but really good like you can already taste it good? Do you know what makes the food and experience even better? ...

EP69: A Conversation with Jolie Bernard, the 2022 P.O.W.E.R. Woman of the Year! from 2023-05-03T12:00

Today we’re talking with Jolie Bernard, CEO of The Bernard Group, a full-service strategic branding and communications firm she started in 2010. She was on the podcast last June. and s...

EP68: Fidelity P.O.W.E.R Plug: The Advantages of Being Uniquely You in a Male-Dominated Industry from 2023-04-05T12:00

Do you work or lead a business that’s in a male-dominated industry? As a woman, do you find yourself being the only person “like you” in the room and struggle with owning your voice or...

EP67: Celebrating the P.O.W.E.R. Plug Program’s 5th Anniversary from 2023-03-01T13:00

Happy 2023! Are you dreaming and scheming about what you’d like to make happen this year? What about 5 years from now? Seems like a long time away, but it always goes so fast. I can ha...

EP66: Build Business Empathy Through Opera from 2023-02-01T12:00

When you hear the term opera, what comes to mind? Something that’s exclusive, pretentious, maybe even boring? Keep listening because today’s guest may surprise yo...

EP65: Is Your Business Bankable? from 2023-01-04T12:00

Do you want to grow your business this year? Are you financially prepared for unexpected needs in capital or cash flow? Because as a business owner you know the t...

EP64: Making the Most of Your Holiday from 2022-12-07T12:00

The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful time of the year. Maybe, it’s financial stress due to all the extra expenses. Maybe, it’s the t...

EP63: Leveraging the Power of Community to Initiate Positive Change from 2022-11-02T11:00

Have you had unexpected challenges in your career or personal life that caused you to consider doing something bigger than yourself to positively impact others? T...

EP62: An In-Depth Guide to Setting Up a 501c3 Nonprofit Organization from 2022-10-05T11:00

Did the pandemic spark an idea within you to start a nonprofit? If yes, you may not be sure how to get a nonprofit formed or set up. Well, you are in the right pl...

EP61: How to Capitalize on Digital Marketing Strategies and Trends from 2022-09-07T11:00

One of the silver linings of the last few years is that we have all embraced buying, learning, and connecting online at a whole new level. Which can be great for ...

EP60: Mindset Shifts to Achieve Prosperity When A New Life is Calling from 2022-08-03T11:00

With all the change and challenge of the last few years, do you feel you are being called or big-time nudged in a new direction? And, if so, are you wondering how...

EP59: A NOLA Non-Profit Celebrating Women in Hospitality from 2022-07-06T11:00

How is your summer going so far? Have you been trying some new restaurants or stopping by more frequently at your faves? Maybe you had a special business lunch or...

EP58: How to Apply for Grants to Procure Funding for a Non-profit from 2022-06-01T11:00

Have you ever considered starting a non-profit organization around something you deeply care about but hesitate because you have no idea how to apply for grants? ...

EP57: How to Break Back-Office Bad Habits from 2022-05-04T11:00

Now that Annual tax day is in the rearview mirror, did you find it simple to get your tax documentation together? Or, was it a pain in the you-know-what? It can b...

EP56: SBA Loans Provide Unconventional Funding To Fasttrack Your Business Goals from 2022-04-06T11:00

Have you figured out what you want to transpire in your business in 2022? Maybe you need some additional funds to make your vision a reality? No one wants a crazy...

EP55: Get Motivated to Launch A ‘Someday’ Project Today from 2022-03-02T12:00

One benefit of the extended pandemic is that it has made us all consider what is personally important for us and our loved ones. As many businesses came to a halt...

EP54: Fulfilling an Entrepreneurial Legacy from 2022-02-02T12:00

The business challenges and adverse market conditions of the last two years have, for some, made fulfilling their entrepreneurial dreams arduous. But, then we hea...

EP53: Is Marketing Automation the Key to Business Success in 2022? from 2022-01-05T12:00

In 2021, what strategies did you implement to grow your business? Did you update your business website or revamp it completely? Did you beef up your social media ...

EP52: The Money Doctor Can Breathe New Life Back into Your Finances from 2021-12-01T12:00

When our body is sick we go to the doctor, right? Well, when our financial life isn't healthy shouldn’t we go to a money doctor? We don't always like to admit it ...

EP51: Plug Into the Latest and Greatest Benefits of the P.O.W.E.R. Program! from 2021-11-03T11:00

Are you ready to be the most powerful woman you know? Would you like to be known as a business leader who attends small intimate gatherings, networking events, co...

EP50: Laughing, Learning, and Living Through Breast Cancer (and Hurricane Ida) from 2021-10-06T11:00

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women. In fact, according to breastcancer.org, 1 in 8 women in the Un...

EP49: Home Loans and Refinancing in a Hot NOLA Real Estate Market from 2021-09-01T11:00

Before the year ends, do you want to buy a new home or refinance an existing one? It can be exciting to look for a new home, especially if you're a first-time homebuyer. It is also exciting to r...

EP48: Visualize Your Next Chapter from 2021-08-03T08:00

After the long quarantine and many changes, do you have a new vision of what you want for your life and your business? Or is it a bit fuzzy? Would you love a way ...

EP048: Visualize Your Next Chapter from 2021-08-03T08:00

After the long quarantine and many changes, do you have a new vision of what you want for your life and your business? Or is it a bit fuzzy? Would you love a way ...

EP47: Networking to Grow Your Business in the Post-Pandemic World from 2021-07-06T08:00

As COVID restrictions are lifted, and after many months of being unable to meet in person are you excited to get together and network again? Is it still worth it?...

EP46: Managing Change with Flexibility and Innovation from 2021-06-02T11:00

If there’s one thing the last year has shown us, it’s that responding to change quickly and productively is essential to keeping our businesses going and growing....

EP45: Creating an Advisory Board to Better Your Business from 2021-05-05T11:00

Have you ever considered creating a board for your organization or company? But aren’t quite sure what benefit it can bring or how you go about it? Do you current...

EP44: How to Get Fit in Mind, Body, and Spirit from 2021-04-07T11:00

After a year of ups and downs, that may have included a lot of emotional eating and too much time inside due to COVID, are you ready to figure out how to get back...

EP43: How to Keep a Remote Workforce Secure and Productive from 2021-03-04T09:00

Are you and your team working remotely because of the pandemic? A recent Pew Research Center survey found that 71% of working Americans are working from home. But...

EP42: Grow Your Business to the Next Level from 2021-02-04T12:00

Are you looking to make something new happen in your current business or maybe a new one? Does fear creep in when you consider what it would take to turn somethin...

EP41: Pandemic-Proof Your Business by Elevating the Client Experience from 2021-01-06T12:00

How has your customer’s experience changed during this pandemic? Have you embraced digital alternatives to replace direct connections? How have you measured your customer’s reactions to the chan...

EP40: Five Keys to Retail Success from 2020-12-02T12:00

With everything that's happened since the pandemic started, do you think that retail, especially, local retail is dead? Chances are you know a shop owner who has ...

EP39: How to Attract, Engage, and Retain Talent from 2020-11-04T09:00

Steve Jobs wisely said, “A small company depends on great people much more than a big company does.” Most small business owners are aware that having the best emp...

EP38: Why Hiring a Financial Advisor Can Get You Farther Faster from 2020-10-07T11:00

You are working harder than ever to generate revenue and make money. But are you being just as proactive, smart, and savvy about creating plan for your financial goals and well-being? It is a co...

EP37: Resources to Help Your Business Pivot and Thrive During the Pandemic and Beyond from 2020-09-01T11:00

Who would have imagined the pandemic would continue to be affecting the way we do business even today? It has changed the face of business forever. Figuring out w...

EP36: Increase Sales with A Website Refresh from 2020-08-05T08:00

When was the last time you refreshed your business website? Did you know the average shelf life of a website is just under 3 years? With a majority of business be...

EP35: Why P.O.W.E.R. is more than a program - it’s a movement from 2020-07-01T11:00

As communities all over the U.S. begin to reopen, it is time to get back to business. Adjusting to new conditions, seizing opportunities and strengthening connections is necessary for your busin...

EP34: How to Outfox Cybercriminals and Protect Your Digital Assets from 2020-06-03T11:00

Are you excited and nervous to be reopening our businesses as the threat of COVID-19 seems to be abating? Protecting ourselves from something we can't see can be ...

EP33: Strategies to Successfully Pivot Your Business from 2020-05-20T11:00

The COVID-19 crisis took us all by surprise. Small business owners have had to come up with real solutions for keeping themselves afloat, maintaining and assistin...

EP31: How Multi-generational Teams Can Thrive from 2020-05-06T11:00

As a woman in business, do you manage a team, or interact with suppliers of varying ages? Are you sometimes frustrated or befuddled by their behavior? Do you wond...

EP32: NOLA Networking Leaders Share Virtual Networking Advice from 2020-04-09T15:42:03

We all are experiencing a dramatic and sudden charge to our personal and professional lives because of the Coronavirus. First, we want you to stay safe, stay positive and we’re here to help you ...

EP30: Say Yes to Life’s Challenges from 2020-04-01T11:00

When you see a super successful woman in business do you think ‘how did she get there’? Do you ever notice a woman in a senior position in a predominantly male in...

EP29: 10 Ways to Fund a Business from 2020-03-04T12:00

They say it takes money to make money, but where do you get the money and which funding option is the best for your business? In this episode, host Mary Foley goe...

EP28: Organizing Your Life and Achieving Your Goals from 2020-02-05T12:00

It has been said that 2020 is a year of transition. And maybe that includes selling your house or organizing your business and personal life. What are the first s...

EP Bonus: Making New Orleans Sparkle with NOLA’s Craft Culture from 2020-01-15T12:00

New Orleans is known the world over for its sparkle, glitter, and glam, especially during Mardi Gras. But in truth, all year long it’s unique culture celebrates b...

EP27: Creating WOW Experiences for Clients from 2020-01-01T12:00

Many businesswomen know how to make their clients happy but how many of us know how to create a “wow” experience for them? If you created a “Wow, this is going to be fun and exciting” feeling fo...

EP26: Credit and Debit Card Processing Simplified from 2019-12-05T12:00

Holidays are huge buying times and not just for consumers but also for our clients and customers. Whether you are business-to-consumer, business-to-business, or a...

EP25: Creating Success in a New Country and Culture from 2019-11-06T12:00

Do you have a client, team member, or colleague who came to the US from another country who had to figure out what to do to make their lives successful? Maybe that's you? If so, you are far from...

EP24: Carol Markowitz on Turning an Entrepreneurial Vision into Reality from 2019-10-02T11:00

Do you have a new idea or initiative for your business but are not sure how to make it a reality? Are you an entrepreneur who dreams of serving your community with a ...

EP23: Smart Marketing is the Key to Scaling Your Growth Initiative from 2019-09-04T11:00

Do you have a fresh new business you would like to see grow and thrive? Or is your mature, existing company ripe for scaling up? What steps and processes will you...

EP22: The Why, When, and How of Rebranding from 2019-07-31T11:00

There is a lot to think about when starting a business and one of the most important decisions small business owners face is choosing a business name and brand. B...

EP21: How to Use Special Events to Build A Business from 2019-07-03T10:00

Have you ever attended an event and thought "Wow this is terrific! I am so glad I came!"? What made it so terrific? Did you create new connections or did you further ...

EP20: Karen Sulzer on Adapting to Changes to Design Your Best Life from 2019-06-05T11:00

Do you know what is true for you to design your best life? How do you respond when the process gets uncomfortable?

“If your ...

EP19: Digital Marketing Strategies that Work from 2019-05-01T11:00

As a small business owner chances are you have a website, are doing some social media, and maybe even consistently post a blog or videos. But, is that enough? What el...

EP18: Sourcing and Retaining the Best Employees for Your Business from 2019-04-03T11:00

Do you have a Human Resource plan or process in place for your business? A solid HR process is vital for building and retaining a reliable team of employees. When...

EP17: Partnering With a Trusted Accountant Can Help Small Business Owners Grow a Better Business from 2019-03-06T12:00

If you ask a small business owner what the best part about running their business is, rarely will you hear “it’s the numbers! I love crunching numbers!” Yet the r...

EP16: Elizabeth Morrison on How to Negotiate the Best Terms and Find the Ideal Lease for Your Business from 2019-02-06T12:00

For most small business owners, negotiating a building lease can be an intimidating and arduous process. First-time lessees may not be aware of the types of lease...

EP15: Real Social Media Savvy for Growing Your Business from 2019-01-02T12:00

Using social media to make new connections and grow your small business can be so confusing and overwhelming! What if you could learn the best ways to use social medi...

EP14: Kelly Lutman on Avoiding Stress and Weight Gain During the Holidays and Beyond from 2018-12-05T12:00

As a busy business woman, the holidays can feel like one big stressor followed by starting the New Year riddled with the guilt of weight gain. Make this holiday diffe...

EP13: Dr. Angelle Cresswell Gives Tips on How to Keep Kids Healthy in Every Season from 2018-11-01T16:00

Every mom wants their kids to be healthy, but when you’re also a busy woman entrepreneur or small business owner it’s even more essential. What are some practical ways to keep your kids healthy ...

EP12: Casey Fletcher Takes the Fear Out of Loans and Lending to Grow Your Business from 2018-10-06T16:48:16

You may have started your business using credit cards, but to grow it to the next level may take more funding without high interest rates. It’s time to take the myste...

EP11: Norma Jean McClain Shares the Savvy Way to Hire (and Fire) Employees from 2018-09-26T16:00

Hiring your first, tenth, or fiftieth employee for your small business can feel daunting, especially in a competitive talent marketplace. What’s the best process for finding the right candidates...

EP10:  Allison Albert Ward Demystifies How to Outsource Manufacturing from 2018-09-12T16:00

When your small business dream requires finding a product manufacturer, does it make sense to outsource manufacturing to China like the big U.S. companies? How do you...

EP9: Melanie Graves on the Smart Way to Find and Lease Space for Your Business from 2018-08-30T11:00

Remember when you looked for your first apartment? And then a bigger one? And eventually purchased your own home? Each time it was exciting and a bit unnerving, right...

EP8:  Naomi Narcisse on Using Market Research to Make Big Decisions for Your Small Business from 2018-07-06T16:23:14

Market research is for big business, right? If not, how can you use market research to make big decisions for your small business? And what is the real risk if you do...

EP7:  Fidelity Bank CEO Chris Ferris Describes What a True Banking Partner Looks Like from 2018-05-03T11:00

Is your bank simply a place where you store your hard earned money for safe keeping and process financial transactions? Do the people at your bank really know you and...

EP6: Donald Peltier Explains Why SBA Loans Should Not Be Overlooked to Grow Your Business from 2018-04-04T07:00

As a U.S. small business owner did you know that the federal government offers loan programs to help you grow your business – that often have advantages over other le...

EP5: Monica Pierre on How to Increase Your Business Impact with Storytelling from 2018-02-28T08:00

We all love a good story, right? But, can storytelling increase your business performance? What must be part of a good story that has power to increase your business ...

EP4: Toni McCord on How to Maximize Small Business Tax Deductions from 2018-01-31T08:00

What expenses are tax deductible for small business? What receipts do you need to keep? What are the deductions most overlooked or misunderstood by business owners an...

EP3: Amy Landry Shares How Working Moms Can Find True Balance from 2017-12-11T19:14:55

How do working moms find balance? Is work-life balance even possible? What does a new mom need to do to successfully return to work after maternity leave? Though one ...

EP2: Randi Barrett Reveals Her Powerful Networking Strategies for Big Results from 2017-12-06T08:00

Whether you’ve been in business two years or 20, meeting or being introduced to new people you can serve is essential to a thriving business. How can you network and ...

EP1: Emily Purvis Shares Empowering Ideas to Market Your Business from 2017-10-30T07:00

Are you passionate about your business, but find it challenging to figure out the right marketing strategy that really makes you and your business shine? Do you feel ...