WISEly Speaking is where strategy meets storytelling. Hosted by Laura Early and Diana Jaquith, this weekly podcast pulls back the curtain on building, leading, and scaling with intention. From the founding story of WISE to candid conversations with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and our own team, we go beyond the highlight reel to share the real wins, challenges, and lessons learned.
Each episode runs 30–45 minutes and is designed to leave you with both inspiration and practical takeaways you can apply in your own business or career. With segments like Quick Tips and behind-the-scenes chats, WISE-ly Speaking blends heart and hustle because we believe leadership is personal, growth is intentional, and community is everything.
Welcome back to WISEly Speaking! This season, we’re bringing you bigger and bolder conversations.
27 Oct 2026
The People Behind WISE
Welcome to Season 2 of WISEly Speaking! We’re kicking off the new season with an inside look at how WISE has grown and evolved over the years.
Laura Early sits down with Jennifer Cox, Chief of Staff, and Heather LeBlanc, Executive Account Manager, to hear from two people who have experienced that growth firsthand. Together, they reflect on how WISE has changed, what surprised them along the way, and what they’ve learned about leading with transparency, staying curious, and navigating change as a team.
Season 1 explored the founders’ story. Season 2 picks up where that story left off, exploring what it takes to grow a company while staying true to its people and purpose.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:53 Roles and Unexpected Hats
04:03 How WISE Has Changed in Seven Years
06:05 When it Clicked that WISE was Different
08:02 Jennifer’s First Impressions
10:06 Internal Operations vs. the Client View
11:41 Case Study: the New Software Rollout
15:16 Staffing with Intention
17:06 How Decision-Making Has Evolved
20:48 Leadership Lessons from the Last Year
24:29 Building Trust in Leadership Communication
27:59 What new hires should know beyond the SOPs
32:27 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
34:11 Conclusion
Resources:
WISE Advise + Assist Team (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
Jennifer Cox (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-s-cox/)
Heather LeBlanc (https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-leblanc-74ab42103/)
4 Aug 2026
Close Out Episode
WISEly Speaking began with one goal: to pull back the curtain on WISE- the good, the bad, and the ugly. In this episode, Laura reflects on the leadership lessons, bold decisions, and hard-earned insights that have shaped WISE's journey and reveals what it really takes to build something that lasts.
Time Stamps
00.00 Introduction
01.40 You Don’t Need a Perfect Plan
03.10 Purpose Makes Hard Decisions Clear
05.33 Partnership Requires More than Friendship
07:45 Growth Will Expose What’s Not Working
09.57 Leadership is Not a Title
12.39 Not Every Opportunity is the Right One
15.58 Burnout is Not a Business Strategy
20.24 Freedom Has to Be Defined and Designed
23.38 Build Something Bigger Than You
25.36 Final Lessons and Takeaway
28.15 Celebrating Season One
29.10 Thank-yous and Conclusion
Resources:
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
21 Jul 2026
Building Boldly Through Every Season
What does it really take to build a business while navigating military life, raising a family, and redefining success along the way?
In this episode of WISEly Speaking, Laura sits down with entrepreneur, military spouse, and founder Moni Jefferson for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship. Together, they explore what it looks like to grow a business through changing seasons, embracing boundaries, and building a life that reflects your values.
Time Stamps
00.00 Introduction
02:19 From Military Spouse to Entrepreneur
08:32 Building a Business through Changing Seasons
13:49 Redefining Success and Financial Freedom
25:00 Boundaries, Burnout and Sustainable Growth
31:10 Advice for the Entrepreneur she Once Was
34:05 Saying Yes to Your Next Chapter
Resources:
Moni LinkedIn (http://linkedin.com/in/moni-jefferson)
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
7 Jul 2026
Building a Business Built for Life
Welcome to WISEly Speaking, where we’re diving into lessons in boundaries and intentionality. In this solo episode, Laura opens up about her personal journey that changes everything from chronic overcommitment and burnout to building a business focused on life, family, and career. She shares the real story of that shift, plus the boundaries, reflection habits, and decision-making frameworks that made it sustainable.
Time Stamps
00.00 Introduction
05:14 Recognizing Burnout and the Need for Change
10:58 Defining Personal Boundaries and Freedom
15:41 Implementing Practical Changes for Balance
19:56 Reflecting on Values and Sustainable Growth
Resources:
Struggle of the Juggle (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1io2LaU3qc7NYmDhyK0KclAK0bQanPzT6/view?usp=drive_link)
Get Your Time Back Audit (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wJkgOzF7MLew_QhBP-5hSTBmS_ShbCiV/view?usp=drive_link)
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
23 Jun 2026
More Than a Title
In today's episode of WISEly Speaking, we're exploring the concept of success, which goes far beyond titles and external validation. Join us as Laura shares her insights on leadership, character, and sustainable growth. She offers encouraging advice to entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing personal development and recognizing its significance over mere titles and applause.
Time Stamps
00:00 Introduction
00:32 Success Beyond Achievements
4:21 Success as Character and Integrity
7:09 Challenges and Growth in Leadership Roles
9:02 Learning through Mentorship in Leadership
10:58 Imposter Syndrome
17:50 Redefining Success and Leadership
19:06 Reflections on Personal Definitions of Success
Resources:
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
9 Jun 2026
Bold Moves Only
Welcome to WISEly Speaking. Today we’re talking about the leap from a traditional path into entrepreneurship and the courage it takes to bet on oneself. Entrepreneurship involves constant learning, pushing through fear and making decisions without all the information. These problems are what gives us the building blocks to grow and develop confidence. Are you feeling that push towards entrepreneurship?
Time Stamps
00.00 Introduction
00:53 The Leap into Entrepreneurship
02:46 Facing Fear and Doubt
04:40 The Journey of Learning
07:32 Building Confidence Through Experience
10:22 Courage Over Confidence
Resources:
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown (https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Lead-Brave-Conversations-Careers/dp/0399592520)
26 May 2026
Leading in Transition
Today, we want to talk to you about something that feels real and timely: leading in transition. Leadership can evolve during seasons of change, especially when personal or even team transitions are happening. Life is always moving, and there needs to be space for compassion, clarity, and boundaries to lead effectively through uncertain seasons.
Time Stamps
00.00 Introduction
04:53 Empathy and Clarity in Leadership
09:14 Boundaries and Care in Leadership
11:40 Leading a Female Team
15:56 Key Takeaways For leaders in Transition
Resources:
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
12 May 2026
From the Ground up
Today we’re talking about the scrappy, gritty and messy part of building WISE from the ground up. We’re focusing on start-up strategies, our initial financial choices we made and lessons learned through mistakes. No matter where you are in launching your own business or looking for sustainable growth inspiration, these insights will provide valuable guidance.
Time Stamps
00:00 Bootstrapping WISE: The Early Days
03:33 Creative Solutions and Initial Investments
07:33 Learning from Early Mistakes
15:50 Growth and Sustainability Strategies
20:08 The Importance of Intentionality in Business
Resources:
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
28 Apr 2026
It Started at a Panera Bread
In this episode, we share our personal journey through foundership and business growth from the past 10 years. We explore foundational elements such as the importance of trust, shared values, and how effective communication is vital for a successful partnership.
Time Stamps
00:00 The Birth of a Business Idea
03:05 Navigating Partnership Dynamics
06:13 Building Trust and Shared Vision
09:00 Conflict Resolution and Communication
12:02 Staying Inspired and Motivated
15:08 The Importance of Vulnerability
18:10 Commitment and Accountability in Partnership
21:11 Continuous Growth and Learning
24:08 Key Takeaways for Future Partnerships
Resources:
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
Diana LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-jaquith/)
Laura LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraearly23/?skipRedirect=true)
wiseadviseteam.com (http://wiseadviseteam.com)
14 Apr 2026
How we Built WISE Part 1
Join us in our debut episode of WISEly Speaking, where we talk through the beginnings of our company, WISE. We share our unique experiences on our entrepreneurial journey as military spouses, including leadership lessons and business ownership challenges.
Timestamps:
00.00 Introduction
00:51 Life Before WISE
04:40 Identifying the Gap: Military Spouse & Employment
08:07 Founding Moment: Turning Ideas into Reality
10:09 Lessons Learned: The Journey of Entrepreneurship
12:02 Looking Ahead
14 Apr 2026
How We Built WISE Part 2
Today we dive into how some entrepreneurs never truly grasp how a successful and sustainable business gets set apart from the rest. In episode 2, Laura and Diana talk through core values, winning mindsets and the mentality it takes to transform an idea into a business and how you can do the same.
Time Stamps
00.00 Introduction
00:27 Founding Story and Mission
03:09 Core Values and Differentiators
09:47 Defining Moments in Business
15:10 Lessons Learned and Mistakes Made
20:01 Actionable Tips for Entrepreneurs
13 Apr 2026
WISEly Speaking Intro
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