In this episode of Hello Moxie, host Nicole Donnelly talks with Meaghan Ziemba, host of the Mavens of Manufacturing podcast and a strong advocate for women in manufacturing and fitness.

They explore Megan’s journey, her passion for fitness and skydiving, and the importance of community and mentorship.

Meaghan shares how her spirituality and core values have shaped her life, along with insights on setting boundaries and trusting intuition. They highlight trailblazers like Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with an official race number in 1967.

This episode emphasizes how diversity drives innovation and the need for varied perspectives in problem-solving. Nicole and Meaghan discuss ‘Moxie’ as resilience and touch on the balance between personal and professional life, the significance of mentorship, and how rejection can lead to new opportunities.

Ultimately, the conversation encourages women to ask questions, seek support, and redefine their paths to success.

Takeaways

• Megan’s children are her primary motivation.
• CrossFit provides a supportive community for fitness.
• Skydiving offers a unique perspective on life.
• Spirituality and faith can guide personal growth.
• Setting boundaries is essential for personal happiness.
• Trusting intuition helps in making better decisions.
• Women in history inspire future generations.
• Catherine Switzer broke barriers for women in sports.
• It’s important to challenge societal expectations.
• Positive energy attracts positive outcomes. Diversity drives innovation by bringing in different perspectives.
• Asking ‘why’ can challenge the status quo and lead to better solutions.
• Moxie embodies resilience and the spirit of not giving up.
• Building a supportive community is essential during tough times.
• Rejection can be a form of redirection towards better opportunities.
• Women should advocate for themselves and ask for what they deserve.
• It’s important to balance personal and professional responsibilities.
• Mentorship plays a crucial role in women’s empowerment.
• Success can be redefined beyond traditional metrics.
• Patience is a valuable skill in navigating life’s challenges.

Sound Bites

• “Saying no is not a bad thing.”
• “I like the people that challenge the status quo.”
• “Why are we not asking why more?”
• “Moxie means being resilient and not giving up.”
• “You can’t think that you’re alone.”
• “It’s okay to have needs and wants.”
• “We need to learn how to ask for more money.”
• “Things happen for a reason.”
• “No isn’t a rejection, it’s just redirection.”
• “Just ride that bike, try something new.”

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