Get ready to be inspirED by honest conversations and actionable insights for purpose-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday changemakers. From securing funding and building partnerships to shifting your mindset and navigating real-life challenges, each episode blends strategy and soulful lessons to help you lead your life (and work!) with purpose, intention, and authenticity.
Hosted by Andrea De La Cerda—communications strategist, storyteller, and founder of Kandula Communications—The InspirED Podcast is rooted in our commitment to growth and education through lifelong learning.
Fear has a sneaky way of taking the wheel in our lives, often disguising itself as practicality or logic. It says things like, “It’s too risky,” or “What if you fail?” While fear is a natural part of…
In this episode of The InspirED Podcast, we’re unpacking why work-life balance is so difficult for women entrepreneurs and why it’s absolutely essential for our mental health, happiness, and long-ter…
In this episode of The InspirED Podcast, Andrea's unpacking why work-life balance is so difficult for women entrepreneurs and why it’s absolutely essential for our mental health, happiness, and long-…
Recently, a growing trend has swept across social media, with female content creators promoting the "Trad Wife" lifestyle. This movement glorifies traditional gender roles, where women are encouraged…
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Inspired by a thought-provoking conversation with a friend about chivalry in relationships, Andrea delves into a nuanced conversation surrounding chivalry in today's world—where it's …
This message is for you.
Keep shining your light. Keeps showing up. And know that you are loved beyond measure.
We're in this together. And together we'll get through this.
With all my love and be…
In this reflective and heartfelt episode, Andrea shares her personal journey toward spiritual alignment—a process ignited by years of living according to others' expectations and confronting the pain…
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As an entrepreneur, harnessing the power of social media is essential for amplifying your reach and building a strong online presence. By crafting a consistent and authentic brand mes…
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In honor of World Mental Health Day, we’re shining a spotlight on an often overlooked issue in education: the mental health of our educators. As a former teacher, Andrea brings a uniq…
When did the things we merely tolerate become the things we embrace every day? After a transformative two-part trip to France, Andrea reflects on how the French way of life fundamentally shifted her …
Gender bias remains a pervasive issue in many American workplaces, creating significant barriers for women in leadership. Despite qualifications, high skill, and achievements, women often face unfair…
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So good it needed a second listen! Dive into one of our most inspiring conversations with Meera Mohan-Graham, expert and advocate for marginalized communities moving through the worl…
As Generation Z takes center stage in the workforce, Andrea draws from the data, as well as her experience in raising four Gen Z kids, to reveal the generation's impact on the workforce and what it m…
Since 2015, the number of women appointed to senior positions had been steadily increasing. However, starting in 2022, this progress began to reverse, a phenomenon now referred to as the 'Drop to the…
Self-sabotage is a complex and often subconscious behavior that can stem from a variety of sources, including deep-seated limiting beliefs, early childhood experiences, and internalized fears. In thi…
Recently, a growing trend has swept across social media, with female content creators promoting the "Trad Wife" lifestyle. This movement glorifies traditional gender roles, where women are encouraged…
Inspired by a thought-provoking conversation with a friend about chivalry in relationships, Andrea delves into a nuanced conversation surrounding chivalry in today's world—where it's often seen eithe…
Gender bias remains a pervasive issue in many American workplaces, creating significant barriers for women in leadership. Despite qualifications, high skill, and achievements, women often face unfair…
With over 22 years of experience as an entrepreneur, Andrea has seen and experienced it all. This week, she's getting real and raw in her most vulnerable episode to date. Listen in as Andrea explores…
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The InspirED Podcast is excited to launch season three next week! Tune in next Thursday for some of our most raw, impactful discussions yet. Until then, enjoy a revisit of one our fav…