<p>#279: What does it really mean to lead when you're stepping into the unknown?</p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Kara Brothers, President of Starface World, to explore what it takes to lead in uncharted territory in your career. We discuss everything from balancing business goals with personal growth, to battling imposter syndrome and making fearless decisions.</p><p>Kara takes us behind the scenes of what it truly means to lead with intention, build confidence, and foster a culture of creativity and innovation in the fast-paced beauty industry—all while stepping into a leadership role of this magnitude for the first time.</p><p>We Also Talk About…</p><ul><li>Kara’s career journey to becoming the President of Starface World</li><li>How to navigate imposter syndrome when stepping into a leadership role</li><li>How corporate culture influences the way you lead and make decisions</li><li>Strategies for combating decision-making fatigue and maintaining clarity in challenging situations</li><li>The difference between how you are perceived and how you truly lead in leadership roles</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Resources:</p><ul><li>Check out my new brand<a href="http://spaciousrituals.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Spacious Rituals</a> and get your virtual planner for 2025!</li><li><a href="https://balancedles.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with Les</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/starface/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Starface on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/karabrothers/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Kara on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://go.shopmy.us/p-13304218" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Check out Star Balm</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Keep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:</p><ul><li><a href="https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/balanced-black-girl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop limited-edition Balanced Black Girl merch</a></li><li>Watch on YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BalancedBlackGirl/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @BalancedBlackGirl</a></li><li>Follow on IG:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedblackgirlpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedblackgirlpodcast</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a></li><li>Visit our website at<a href="http://balancedblackgirl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> balancedblackgirl.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Sponsors:</p><ul><li>Neuro Gum | If you’re ready for better sleep, head to<a href="http://www.neurogum.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.neurogum.com</a> and use code BALANCEDLES for 15% off your first order of Sleep & Recharge melt away mints.</li><li>YNAB | YNAB is a life-changing budgeting app that helps you do what you want with the money you have. Visit<a href="http://www.ynab.com/balanced" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.ynab.com/balanced</a> to get an exclusive three-month trial.</li><li>LMNT | LMNT is a zero sugar electrolyte drink mix with a research-backed ratio of electrolytes. To try it out go to<a href="http://drinklmnt.com/balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> drinkLMNT.com/balancedles</a> to receive a free LMNT sample pack with any purchase.</li><li>Nutrafol | Get stronger, healthier hair with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering $10 OFF your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to<a href="http://nutrafol.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> nutrafol.com</a> and enter promo code BALANCEDLES.</li><li>Veracity | Support your metabolism with Veracity Self Care’s Metabolism Ignite. Visit<a href="http://veracityselfcare.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> veracityselfcare.com</a> and use code BALANCEDLES for 15% off your first order.</li><li>Deinde | Fight inflammaging with Deinde skincare. Go to<a href="http://deinde.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> deinde.com</a> and use code BALANCEDLES at check out for 15% off your first purchase.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Produced by <a href="http://dearmedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Media.</a></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>