In this inaugural episode of Conversations from the Little Pink Book, host Lena Gosik-Wolfe sits down with her best friend, Danielle Mendoza, to discuss the winding paths of entrepreneurship, female friendship, motherhood, and leaning into who you are meant to be.

"I can trust who I am and who I've always thought I am and lean into that and own it in a really powerful way." – Danielle Mendoza


Tune in to listen about:

• Motherhood and Authenticity: Danielle talks about the difficult societal norms she had to unlearn to be both an engaged mother and a successful entrepreneur.
• The Importance of Female Friendship: Both Lena and Danielle emphasize the power and importance of being surrounded by a network of supportive and like-minded women.
• Facing Discrimination and Judgement: Danielle delves into her experiences of feeling "side-eyed" for being ambitious and driven, both as a mom and an entrepreneur.
• Redefining Success and Self-worth: Danielle shares a pivotal moment that helped her rediscover and embrace her true self.

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In this episode, host Lena Gosik-Wolfe chats with Ciji Castro, the trailblazing entrepreneur behind Domestic Gourmet. From covering the New York Food and Wine Festival to launching her own products, Ciji is a woman who epitomizes passion-driven entrepreneurship.

"I've always been confident, but when you are in a business where you are asking people to give you full access, it takes a willingness to be told no."  - Ciji Castro

Dive into a conversation that touches on:

• Authenticity in Business: Why being true to yourself is non-negotiable for success.
• Confidence and Tenacity: Building resilience and authority in a crowded online market.
• Emotional Engagement: Ciji's journey in connecting with her audience through the universal language of food.
• Thought Leadership: What it takes to establish yourself as an authority in your industry, even if it's male-dominated.

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Ciji's Website

Connect with Ciji on Instagram


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In this episode, Lena chats with Mari Roberts about how she found the courage to follow her calling, leave her job, and pursue her higher purpose. Mari opens up about the struggles that come with such a transition, from combating the corporate mindset to juggling the desire to achieve with the need to simply rest and be. Her story is a reminder that although life doesn't always go as planned, we possess the strength and resources to navigate any storm.

In This Episode:

• Heeding the Universe's Call: Transitioning away from the societal script can be daunting, but when the universe nudges you, it's often for a reason.
• Deconditioning for Growth: Changing ingrained mindsets can be a struggle, but it is vital for discovering who you truly are.
• Self-Care is Non-Negotiable: Never underestimate the power of rest and reflection in recalibrating your life goals.
• Find Your Joy: Mari’s passion lies in catalyzing transformations—both for herself and for others.
• Community Matters: The road less traveled is best walked with the support of a like-minded community.

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Mari's Website

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