In this inspiring episode, our guest, Aubria Ralph, a Caribbean-American polymath, author, and entrepreneur explores the power of personal narratives.

Aubria shares her journey from growing up in St. Vincent and the Grenadines to navigating high-powered careers in corporate training, education, and law, culminating in her role as the founder of the Scrappy Girl Project.

Together, Raven and Aubria delve into the unique challenges women face in entrepreneurship, particularly in asserting their narratives and building personal brands in a world influenced by patriarchal norms.

The conversation highlights the necessity of collaboration between men and women to dismantle these structures and offers practical insights and hacks for women to authentically enhance their personal and professional stories.

Growing up in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Aubria developed a love for learning and self-motivation that propelled her through three successful careers. Now, as the CEO and founder of Scrappy Girl Project, Aubria leverages her experiences to empower women to discover their authentic voices and execute their business visions with creativity and confidence.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Your narrative is shaped by your experiences and choices.


• Cultural transitions can significantly impact personal growth.


• Collaboration with men is essential for dismantling patriarchy.


• Women often face challenges in asserting their narratives.


• Building a personal brand requires authenticity and integrity.


• Starting a positive rumor about yourself can enhance your narrative.
  

DISCUSSION TIMELINE:

• 04:38 Entrepreneurship and Flexibility in Your Narrative


• 08:55 Collaborating with Men: Navigating the Patriarchy


• 13:00 Women’s Narratives: Overcoming Deference


• 18:13 Building Confidence: Owning Your Narrative


• 19:31 Personal Branding: Authentic Storytelling


• 28:45 Three Hacks for Women to Tell Their Narrative

CONNECT WITH AUBRIA:

Aubria on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/aubria

Scrappy Girl Project on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/103466890

Scrappy Girl Website: www.scrappygirlproject.com

The Adventures of Boo and Chin Website: www.adventuresofbooandchin.com

HOST INFO:

Hi, y'all! I'm Raven O'Neal, a diversely curious serial entrepreneur with over a decade of experience. But the fun doesn't stop there. I'm also a mentor, wife, mother, and business expert. I see my business as an extension of all my personal and professional life experiences, embracing growth and learning from a few fumbles along the way.

Throughout my business journey, I've supported over 500 female-led startups, advised more than 200 founders 1:1, and played a role in facilitating over $100M in funding. My calling is to help women transform their businesses and lives through collaboration and partnerships. I look forward to being with you every step of the way on your journey to growth and transformation. If you want to join the conversation, be sure to hit Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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