Emma Grede is one of America’s richest self-made women, according to Forbes. She is the founding partner of Skims, serial entrepreneur, and investor. She made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
On ‘Aspire with Emma Grede,' learn through thought-provoking conversations with some of the most successful and smartest minds on the planet, including goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, investor, philanthropist, and former chair of Starbucks Mellody Hobson, and international bestselling author and “On Purpose” podcast host, Jay Shetty. Each episode will unpack their habits, philosophy, and strategies, covering career advice, well-being, psychology, and, of course, how to win in business. The show offers personal stories, data-driven advice, real-world strategies, and the experience you need to turn your dreams into reality.
Emma Grede
"I wanted out."
Laney Crowell (Saie Beauty) said the quiet part out loud about motherhood + building a business.
This is the most honest 8 minutes you'll hear about ambition, guilt, and why we refuse to apologize for wanting both.
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7 lessons from Laney Crowell, founder of Saie Beauty:
What happens when your $60 luxury makeup is the reason you're breaking out?
Laney breaks down building a clean beauty brand from scratch, fundraising without connections, and turning rejection into fuel.
In this episode, you'll learn:
🎯 Hire slow, fire fast, bad hires poison culture
💡 Stop asking permission, decide you're a leader and everything changes
🔥 Pull, don't push, show people who they're capable of becoming
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Issa Rae was absolutely incredible, such meaningful conversations that will stick with you. This is a MUST watch if you haven’t listened yet! If you’ve ever felt scared to take a risk, second guessed yourself in a room, or struggled to protect your creative energy, it doesn’t mean you’re not capable. And the real turning point isn’t waiting for validation or the perfect moment it’s the moment you decide to trust yourself, focus on what truly matters, and protect the core of why you do what you do.
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Most people misunderstand what leadership actually is.
Simon Sinek shares seven powerful lessons on why great leaders serve, protect, and take responsibility for the people around them.
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 298
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2026!!! @melrobbins was absolutely incredible! So many powerful insights and truly meaningful conversations.
This is a MUST watch if you haven’t listened yet! If you’re feeling unmotivated, it doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. And the real turning point isn’t a sudden windfall, it’s the moment you decide to take control and stop avoiding the numbers.
Mel, you really are a great friend. Can’t wait for the next one 💛✨
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I WROTE A BOOK!!! 📘💫
For the past two years, I’ve been working on what has honestly been the hardest, most personal, and most important project of my life. It’s called START WITH YOURSELF: A new vision for work and life.
It’s a no-BS guide for anyone who wants to create meaningful success on their own terms.
I wanted to talk honestly about what it really takes to build something from the ground up and share what I’ve learned about leadership, money, leveling up your career while having a family and work/life balance too obvs!!
Nothing happens overnight, but it’s my belief that you absolutely can engineer your life to match your wildest dreams. That’s what START WITH YOURSELF is all about. It’s my philosophy, a mindset shift and most importantly it’s a guide for anyone ready to make the most of who they are. Because everything Starts with Yourself ✨💛
START WITH YOURSELF is yours April 2026! Preorder today wherever you buy books or at www.emmagrede.com/
4 months ago | [YT] | 45
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Aspire With Emma Grede has been named a Finalist in the 2025 Signal Awards!
This recognition feels so special, and it’s all thanks to you for tuning in and supporting week after week. We’re in the running for the Listener’s Choice Award, decided entirely by the public.
Voting is open through October 9th, and it only takes a minute to cast your vote here: vote.signalaward.com/. Thank you all so much for your support!! 💛✨ #SignalAwards #aspirewithemmagrede
5 months ago | [YT] | 4
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ICYMI, this episode is a masterclass in leadership and an opportunity to learn from the best of the best. It’s a must-watch for anyone running a team, building a company, or climbing the corporate ladder.
From a video rental store to the C-suite at @Netflix this week’s Aspire guest has climbed the corporate ladder to lead one of the most influential companies in the world. 🎬✨
As Co-CEO of Netflix, Ted Sarandos has redefined what entertainment looks like on a global stage. But his story isn’t just about Netflix.
On Aspire With Emma Grede, Ted joins me for an honest conversation about what great leadership really looks like and the lessons he’s learned along the way:
⚡ Taking bold risks and trusting your gut
💡 Making the toughest calls as a leader
🌱 Why values and vision matter more than algorithms
🔥 How to keep innovating even when you’re on top
A reminder that great leadership isn’t just about power, it’s about ambition coupled with purpose. Watch the full interview here, or get the audio @ApplePodcasts, or wherever you listen. 🎙💫
5 months ago | [YT] | 24
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The books that change lives and shape leaders. 📚
Our Aspire guests remind us that behind every powerhouse is a story, and often, a book that lit the way. From unlocking creativity to redefining success, these reads reveal how they think, dream, and lead.
🎨 The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron
🔥 The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand
💞 Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel García Márquez
💰 The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley & William D. Danko
What’s the one book that changed your life? Drop it in the comments, we’re building a bookshelf together that’s bold, brilliant, and unforgettable. 💫
5 months ago | [YT] | 8
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Girls are taught to say “I think.”
Boys are taught to say it as fact.
The conditioning starts early, but it can be unlearned. 💡
This is just one of the lessons from Dr. Thema Bryant in this week's episode of Aspire with Emma Grede. If you’ve ever felt exhausted, unworthy, or stuck, this one’s for you. Watch now: https://youtu.be/XcTi9loJ92Y
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