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In this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I sit down with Christie Smith, Ph.D., co-author of the newly released book Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts Are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership. Christie is not just an author but also an internationally recognized speaker, C-suite advisor, and founder of The Humanity Studio. Having worked with some of the biggest names in business—including Apple, Deloitte, and Accenture—she has been at the forefront of redefining what leadership looks like in today’s rapidly evolving world.
During our conversation, Christie dives into why traditional leadership is broken and what it takes to lead in an era of AI, remote work, and shifting workforce expectations. We explore the major disruptions facing leaders today, the $1 trillion problem of women leaving leadership roles, and why trust—not control—is the future of work. Christie also shares insights from her research, including why emotional maturity is now the most important skill for leaders and how businesses can navigate the current leadership crisis.
If you’ve ever questioned whether the old leadership playbook still works—or if you’re trying to stay ahead in a world where adaptability is key—this episode is packed with insights and actionable takeaways. Tune in to learn how to future-proof your leadership, redefine success, and build organizations that put humanity back at the center. Don’t miss it! Now on The Kara Goldin Show!

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To learn more about Christie Smith and Essential:
https://www.smith-monahan.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiesmith
https://www.instagram.com/christiesmithphd/

Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/658

On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, we’re joined by Leah Garcia, Founder and CEO of NULASTIN, a brand that is transforming the beauty industry with groundbreaking elastin regeneration technology. Leah’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—she went from being a professional rodeo and mountain bike champion to building a multi-million-dollar business in the beauty space. With 39 issued patents and a commitment to delivering real results, NULASTIN is setting a new standard in hair, lash, and brow care.
During our conversation, Leah shares the story behind NULASTIN—how she identified a gap in the market, bootstrapped her way to $17 million in sales before hiring her first employee, and built a loyal customer base. We dive into the challenges of scaling a business, the role of social media and influencer marketing in brand growth, and how her background as an elite athlete shaped her leadership approach. Leah also breaks down the science behind Elastaplex Technology and why elastin is the key to healthier, stronger hair.
Whether you’re a beauty industry insider, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone who loves learning about innovation, this episode is packed with insights on resilience, brand-building, and disrupting an industry with science-backed solutions. Tune in to hear Leah’s incredible journey and what’s next for NULASTIN. Now on The Kara Goldin Show.

Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.

To learn more about Leah Garcia and NULASTIN:
https://www.nulastin.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-garcia-592988/
https://www.instagram.com/nulastin/

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Check out our website to view this episode’s show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/657