If you’re ready to lead with more empathy, courage, and clarity — this is your episode. 💡

In this conversation, we talk about:

– Navigating the legal system with compassion

– Why trauma-informed leadership matters

– Self-care as a radical act for survivors

– How to turn pain into purpose

– Entrepreneurship as a tool for advocacy

– And what it means to lead with values — even when it’s hard

💌 This episode is for you if you’re:

– Ready to grow through what you’ve gone through

– Looking to serve your community in a bigger way

– Curious about how trauma shapes leadership

– Searching for clarity, healing, or your next step

🎧 You’ll walk away with:

✓ A deeper understanding of how trauma shows up in life + work

✓ Empowering tools for leading with empathy

✓ A new perspective on consent, boundaries, and self-respect

✓ Micha’s top 2 life-changing reads — The Body Keeps the Score + Sapiens

✓ The reminder you didn’t know you needed: you can trust yourself

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Micha Star Liberty is a nationally recognized trial lawyer, trauma-informed leader, and the founder of Liberty Law. She’s a fierce advocate for survivors, a voice for justice in the courtroom, and a mentor for the next generation of impact-driven women. ⚖️

But beyond her resume, Micha is real, grounded, and speaks truth with the kind of wisdom that sticks with you.

📚 Explore Micha’s book, Evolutionista

Find it now on Amazon → https://a.co/d/5FtUV8T

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The 2 books Micha described as life-changing:

1. The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk
2. Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari

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In this episode:

00:00 – Intro to Micha Star Liberty

13:50 – Empowerment Through Advocacy

16:40 – Understanding Toxic Environments

19:29 – The Mind-Body Connection and Trauma

22:29 – Trauma-Informed Leadership

25:44 – Navigating the Legal System

28:45 – Entrepreneurship and Advocacy

31:40 – The Importance of Community

34:42 – Reality-Based Optimism in Healing

37:28 – Consent in the Digital Age

40:54 – Literature’s Impact on Growth

43:26 – Final Thoughts + Life Advice

59:45 – Books That Changed Micha’s Life

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Credibility is the foundation of leadership. You can’t be a leader without a follower.

In today’s episode, learn the 5 practices to becoming an exemplary leader:

1. Model The Way - do what you say you will do
2. Inspire a Shared Vision - see and share exciting possibilities for the future
3. Challenge the Process - empower others to take initiative and experiment
4. Enable Others to Act - foster collaboration and build up others

5. Encourage the Heart - celebrate others by showing gratitude

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Barry is the Accolti Professor of Leadership at the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University, right in the heart of Silicon Valley. He’s an internationally recognized leadership expert, speaker, and scholar, and has been named one of the Top 50 leadership coaches in America and one of the 10 Most Influential HR thinkers in the world by HR magazine.

Barry is best known as the co-author of the best-selling The Leadership Challenge series, a groundbreaking set of books that have sold over 3 million copies and been translated into more than 20 languages. These books, co-written with Jim Kouzes, provide practical, research-backed insights on why leadership is everyone’s business — helping leaders at all levels become their best selves.

In addition to his writing, Barry has worked with some of the world’s most impactful companies — from Apple and Hewlett-Packard to Trader Joe’s and Kaiser Permanente — and has guided leadership development efforts on over 50 college campuses. His work blends research with real-world application, making his advice both insightful and actionable.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Excellence

16:28 The Five Exemplary Practices of Leadership

25:12 Personal Stories of Leadership Impact

34:02 Building Competence and Confidence in Young Leaders

35:48 Embracing Failure as a Path to Success

40:38 Building Resilience and Confidence in Leadership

48:49 Applying Leadership Skills Beyond School

54:06 The Power of Passion in Leadership

01:01:19 Introduction to Leadership Insights

01:02:23 Key Traits of Effective Leaders

01:04:08 The Impact of The Leadership Challenge

01:04:58 Personal Reflections and Conclusion

These are 3 insights that will help you thrive as a student in the fashion industry:

1. Resilience and adaptability are crucial for success in fashion.
2. Networking is essential for building relationships in the industry.
3. Adaptability is key during high-pressure situations in fashion.

The fashion education area is becoming more saturated with programs by the day. As a student searching for valuable should seek hands-on experiences over lectures

Get a copy of Ilyssa’s personal favorite books that changed her life:

• The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness by Morgan Housel
• The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries

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With over two decades of entrepreneurial success and a strong background in Wall Street as a top sales leader, Ilyssa Wexler brings a rare combination of business expertise and creative passion to the fashion industry. Since founding Fashion for Futures in 2016, she has empowered countless students by providing them with the essential tools to build professional portfolios, develop business strategies, and launch their own fashion careers or brands.

Ilyssa is a professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in Florence and has taught at prestigious institutions like Columbia University's pre-college program.

Under her guidance, students gain real-world insights, preparing them for success at top fashion houses or as independent designers. Ilyssa’s focus on entrepreneurship and portfolio development ensures her students are not only talented but business-savvy, ready to make their mark in the competitive fashion landscape.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ilyssa Wexler

00:45 Key Lessons for Thriving in Fashion

02:57 The Role of Networking in Fashion

04:47 Values of Fashion for Futures

07:14 Founding Fashion for Futures

09:40 Daily Operations and Student Engagement

10:53 Highlights from Paris Fashion Week

13:10 Characteristics of Successful Students

15:44 Impact of Immersive Learning

17:48 Business Expertise in Fashion Education

21:43 Crafting a Standout Fashion Portfolio

23:30 Evolution of Fashion Education

26:48 Choosing the Right Summer Programs

31:37 Building Meaningful Connections

37:12 Book Recommendations for Aspiring Fashion Leaders

40:46 Advice for Leaders in the Fashion Industry

43:17 Final Thoughts on Persistence