In this inspiring episode, Amanda Nizzere sits down with Brooke Skinner Ricketts, the powerhouse CEO of Beyond Barriers—a career acceleration platform helping professionals advance with clarity and confidence. Brooke shares her winding path from aspiring documentary filmmaker to C-suite executive, and how a pandemic-era soul search led her to take the leap into entrepreneurship.
From launching brands and leading IPOs to empowering thousands of professionals through community and career "fitness," Brooke offers honest insights into what it takes to grow, build, and take bold action. They discuss everything from career pivots and burnout to mentorship, board seats, and boundary-setting.
Whether you're a fractional executive, an entrepreneur, or simply someone considering your next big leap—this conversation is full of golden nuggets.
Resources & Links:
- 💼 Beyond Barriers
- 🔗 Connect with Amanda Nizzere & explore more episodes at https://www.femalefractionals.com/
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