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.
In this very special episode of The InspirED Podcast, we're speaking with Meera Mohan-Graham, an expert and advocate for marginalized communities moving through the world as a queer woman of color, s…
This week's episode of The Inspired Podcast is the second in a two-part series about trust in business today.
During a trust recession, it isn’t just important to practice h…
In this week's episode of The InspirED Podcast, Andrea explores what experts call 'The Trust Recession' and how it's impacting the way brands do business in today's skeptical digital landscape.
In a …
Let's talk about purpose! What it means to be purpose-driven from a brand perspective? There are tons of different workplace verbiage we can use when we’re on this topic: mission, mission statement, …
Allyship and representation of the LGBTQ+ community in business and entrepreneurship are crucial for fostering inclusive and innovative environments. Allies play a vital role in advocating for equal …
As an entrepreneur, strategically using social media to amplify your reach and visibility is a crucial component to building a strong online presence. Through crafting a consistent and authentic bran…
A strong and consistent online presence is vital in attracting, maintaining, and growing a client base as an executive coach. In the first episode of Season Two of The InspirED Podcast, Andrea explor…
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In this episode, Andrea digs into what it really means to be an entrepreneur–and why the term business owner doesn’t fully capture the traits necessary to build something from nothing…
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With school letting out for summer break, many people often reflect on their own academic journeys and ambitions. If you're part of the 70% of the American population considering a ca…
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If you’re a consultant or someone who feels they have experience in any area or industry, and you want to share it and make a big…
In this week’s episode of The InspirED Podcast, we're tackling a crucial issue in education: the mental health of our teachers. With burnout and compassion fatigue on the rise, educators are grapplin…
In this week’s episode of The InspirED Podcast, we’re focusing on the business of volunteers– what they are worth, how to motivate them, and where to find them. Since 2020, nonprofits across the boar…
In this episode of The InspirED Podcast, we're diving back into our two-part series about optimizing funding for non-profit organizations. Andrea talks about new, innovative ways to inspire and engag…
In the face of donation decline, sustaining and growing non-profit organizations requires strategic approaches and leveraging various fundraising channels and tools. A robust brand identity is crucia…
In the world of executive coaching, one aspect reigns supreme: personal branding. In this episode of The InspirED Podcast, Andrea delves deep into the importance of personal branding—what it entails,…
In this episode, we’ll dig into what it really means to be an entrepreneur–and why the term business owner doesn’t fully capture the traits necessary to build something from nothing.
While convention…
In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted motivations driving career transitions in today's dynamic professional landscape. We explore how factors such as financial incentives, work-life balanc…
In this week's episode of The Inspired Podcast, Andrea evaluates how available grant funds can be a catalyst for change in public education. She discusses how to create a compelling plan to leverage …
In this episode, Andrea offers tips on how to create thorough social media guidelines to minimize risk, and she provides 9 ideas to most effectively get students to engage with your school's content.…
In today's digital age, students are naturally drawn to social media channels, (theoretically) making them an ideal space to connect with peers, educators, and the broader academic community. Platfor…