In this episode of the WADI podcast, host Kimberly Benoit sits down with financial advisor Jenevieve Lenz for an empowering conversation about women, leadership, and financial literacy. They break down intimidating finance jargon, share real-life stories, and offer actionable tips for women professionals and small business owners. Jenevieve Lenz explains the vital difference between investment advisors and financial planners, the importance of working with a fiduciary, and how to proactively build a solid financial foundation before life throws you a curveball.

If you’re ready to feel more confident with your money, avoid common mistakes, and get practical strategies on budgeting, emergency funds, and navigating transitions like layoffs or starting your own business, this episode is for you. Kimberly Benoit and Jenevieve Lenz also discuss the unique obstacles women face in finance—and why it’s crucial to take charge of your financial story. ---

About Jenevieve:

Jeneviève Lenz is the proud owner and founder of Lenz4Women Consulting. She enjoys sharing a variety of financial education topics with professional women who are most often dealing with one or more major transitions in their life.

Jeneviève as a third generation entrepreneur, passionate about providing financial insight and integrated support. She provides first class education to help women avoid many common financial pitfalls.

Her reasons for becoming a financial advisor, educator and financial planning professional are routed in her family’s history of entrepreneurs. Several things unraveled with her grandfather’s estate from a financial and estate planning perspective that could have been avoided.

She realized that many single women and savvy business owners face quite a few challenges as they near retirement and get older. Many of these "financial hiccups" can be avoided with key education and careful and integrated planning.

https://www.lenz4women.com/

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Work with Kimberly 1:1

Why do some teams thrive in crisis while others fall apart? In this episode, Kimberly J. Benoit uncovers how challenging times reveal the true strengths and weaknesses of your team – and what you can do about it.

• The difference between teams that collapse and those that grow stronger under pressure
• Real-world examples of leadership styles exposed by remote work during the pandemic
• How crisis acts as a diagnostic tool for systems, communication, and relationships
• Key questions leaders should ask to uncover hidden issues before the next challenge
• Actionable steps for building trust, clarity, and resilience in your team

Ready to future-proof your leadership? Watch now and start strengthening your team’s foundation before the next crisis hits.

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Learn about the Leader Learning Lab

Learn about the upcoming Power of Your People Leadership Summit - May 12-14, 2026

Schedule a free consult to learn more about individual support

Curious about who Kimberly Benoit is and why she’s passionate about leadership development? In this episode, Kimberly shares her background, approach, and what you can expect if you work with her.

• Kimberly’s unique experience leading across healthcare, retail, criminal justice, and consulting
• Why she rejects cookie-cutter solutions in favor of tailored, actionable support
• Her commitment to both challenging and supporting leaders for real growth
• How she makes leadership development accessible and community-driven
• Who’s the right (and wrong) fit for working with her, and ways to get involved

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Watch Summit Replays

Learn about the Leader Learning Lab

Get straight to the key insights from the Navigating Uncertainty Leadership Summit with host Kimberly J. Benoit. In this episode, Kimberly shares her top leadership lessons learned from hosting the event and introduces a new resource for ongoing development.

Key topics covered:

• Why leaders must avoid laziness and put in the work to grow
• The importance of over-communicating in today’s attention economy
• Building momentum with small, consistent actions instead of waiting for perfect plans
• How accepting feedback with vulnerability unlocks real growth
• Practical grounding techniques to stay centered when chaos hits

Plus, discover details about the upcoming Power of Your People Summit and the new Leader Learning Lab membership for continued leadership support.

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To register here or see a recording of Jimmy's Where to Put Your Time and Energy When Everything is Urgent and Important session.

Discover why traditional leadership development often misses the mark and how you can create real change in your teams. Kimberly Benoit sits down with Jimmy Burroughes to break down what's broken in leadership programs and what to do instead.

• Why most leadership development programs are ineffective and miss the practical needs of modern leaders
• The difference between management skills and true leadership—and why most training gets stuck on the wrong one
• How cognitive overload is sabotaging learning and performance for today’s leaders
• The traps of performative training and why accountability and simplicity matter more than ever
• Proven strategies to cut through the noise, prioritize what matters, and get real results in your leadership journey

To learn more about Jimmy:

BIO

Jimmy Burroughes is THE operational friction removal expert for leaders - the military-corporate authority who transforms managers who are frustrated from constant firefighting into high-performing leaders without burnout.

Former British Military Officer turned Fortune 500 leadership expert, Jimmy has transformed 3,000+ leaders across 20+ countries using his signature “Simplify to Amplify” methodology. His clients include Lego, Samsung, Bank of America, and New Zealand’s largest enterprises.

Author of “Beat Burnout - Ignite Performance,”, Escape the Multitasking Trap, the host of the Top 10% global leadership podcast “The High Performance Leader,” and developer of AI-powered coaching platforms, Jimmy delivers practical solutions that amplify performance by an average of 47% in 90 days.

https://jblhighperformance.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmyburroughes

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REGISTRATION HERE

Unlock your leadership potential and thrive in uncertain times. Discover what to expect from the upcoming Navigating Uncertainty Leadership Summit with practical tips and exclusive offers.

• How to make the most out of the three-day virtual Leadership Summit.
• Key focus areas: strategic leadership, team management, operational excellence, and leading through change and innovation.
• Ways to access sessions live for free or on demand with the All Access Pass, plus details on exclusive bonuses.
• Actionable advice for attendees: updating your agenda, coming prepared with challenges, and maximizing your experience.
• Why registering now sets you up for a strong start in 2026 and ongoing leadership development.

Register today and set yourself up for transformative growth!

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Register for Chelese Perry's upcoming Navigating Uncertainty Leadership Summit session HERE.

Join host Kimberly Benoit and executive coach Chelese Perry as they dive into practical strategies for authentic leadership and navigating life transitions. This episode delivers actionable insights for professionals seeking purpose, alignment, and true personal growth.

• Introduction and inspiration behind the True North and Harmonious Leadership frameworks
• How to integrate personal values and authenticity in leadership roles
• The impact of work-life boundaries and why the power of pause matters
• Navigating corporate culture challenges as an empathetic, heart-centered leader
• The importance of midlife transitions, self-reclamation, and building supportive communities

To learn more about Chelese:

Chelese Perry is a leadership coach, consultant, and CEO of The Chelese Perry Group. She works with senior leaders and high-achieving professionals—particularly women at midlife—who are navigating complexity, transition, and expansion. Chelese is the creator of the proprietary Harmonious Leadership™ and True North™ frameworks, which help leaders align who they are with how they lead. Her work integrates strategic insight, inner development, and sustainable leadership practices to support long-term impact, clarity, and wholeness

Website https://cheleseperryllc.com/
LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheleseperrypcc/
Newsletter https://the-chelese-perry-group.kit.com/0847d03ca5
Substack https://cheleseperry.substack.com/
Blog https://cheleseperryllc.com/blog/

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FREE Summit Registration HERE!!

Welcome to the 2026 kickoff of We've All Done It! In this special New Year’s episode, host Kimberly Benoit—author, speaker, and seasoned leadership coach—reflects on the wild ride that was 2025 and shares practical strategies for leaders looking to start 2026 with clarity, focus, and renewed energy. Kimberly Benoit dives into the importance of slowing down, decluttering both mentally and physically, and setting thoughtful intentions for the new year. Discover her fresh approach to business and leadership, centered around three essential themes: accessibility, affordability, and actionability. If you’re a leader eager to bounce back from setbacks and lead with purpose, this episode is packed with no-nonsense advice to help you learn from last year’s challenges and make lasting, positive changes in 2026.

#LeadershipPodcast #2026Kickoff #LeadershipGoals #NewYearNewYou #AccessibleLeadership #ActionableAdvice #CoachingForLeaders #PersonalDevelopment #Affordability #BurnoutRecovery #ClarityAndFocus #WADIpod

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