The Power of the Ask
Discover the art of asking the right questions to own every room, be intentional in your pursuit, and build the best version of yourself.
It's time to stop waiting for permission and start asking for what you deserve. The “Power of the Ask” is your dose of no-nonsense guidance and actionable advice to master your finances, skyrocket your career, and find your inner strength.
Join the Savvy Ladies Lisa Zeiderman and Precious Williams as they equip you with the questions that unlock doors, shatter glass ceilings, and unlock your full potential. No more holding back, no more second-guessing. The “Power of the Ask” is your launchpad to a life where you own your power, ask for what you want, and take charge to get it. Ready to take the ask? Hit subscribe and let's get moving!
Episodes
39 episodes
The Intersection of Women's Health and Financial Wellbeing with Beth Battaglino, RN
Beth Battaglino, RN, CEO of HealthyWomen.org, joins The Power of the Ask to illustrate how health literacy and financial security are directly connected. Beth draws on more than three decades of women's health advocacy to explain why delaying c...
Breaking Free from Calladita Culture: How First-Gen Women Can Reclaim Their Voice and Worth with Pam Covarrubias
Leadership coach, somatic practitioner, and Café con Pam podcast host Pam Covarrubias joins The Power of the Ask to talk about what keeps high-achieving first-generation women stuck, silent, and overworked, and what it takes to break free. Pam ...
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Finding Your Money Zen with Manisha Thakor
Financial thought leader and author Manisha Thakor joins the show to share her approach to financial health and emotional wealth. With over 30 years of experience in financial services, Manisha provides a clear roadmap for dismantling the cultu...
Cultivating Confidence and Global Beauty Standards with Andi Assebian, MSN, AGNP-C
Entrepreneur, nurse practitioner and Manhattan medspa founder Andi Assebian, MSN, AGNP-C, joins the podcast to share her journey from the Ivory Coast to the heart of New York City’s aesthetic medicine scene. Drawing from her extensive backgroun...
Dancing Your Way to Financial Freedom: Becoming the CEO and Unlocking The Power of the Pivot with Tricia M. Taitt
Financial expert Tricia M. Taitt shares her journey from Wall Street and Broadway to writing the Amazon bestseller Dancing with Numbers and founding FinCore, a financial planning platform for women entrepreneurs. Discover the mindset s...
Season of Savings: Managing Money During the Holidays with Your Rich BFF Vivian Tu & Marshalls
Ready to level up your money game? This episode of The Power of the Ask podcast—brought to you by Marshalls—features CEO and financial mastermind behind the Your Rich BFF brand, Vivian Tu. Vivian takes us behind the scenes of her journey from W...
The Unapologetic Ask: Cary Carbonaro on Cracking the Code of the Male-Dominated Finance World
Award-winning CFP® Professional and Women and Wealth Authority Cary Carbonaro shares her remarkable, decades-long journey through the financial industry, shattering the glass ceiling. Carbonaro reveals the bold, decisive moves that shaped her c...
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The Radical Mindset Shift to End Burnout with Kelley Bonner
In a culture that glorifies the hustle, choosing to rest can feel like a revolutionary act. Licensed therapist, founder of Burn Bright Consulting, and host of Black Girl Burnout podcast, and 2025 Savvy Ladies Female FinFluencer Achievement Awar...
Recognize, Interrupt, Reframe™: The Path to Prosper with Ruchi Pinniger
Are your subconscious beliefs about money holding your business back? This week, Lisa and Precious welcome Ruchi Pinniger, a venture capital investor and the founder of Watch Her Prosper®. Ruchi shares her journey from a successful Wall Street ...
The Financial Therapist’s Playbook: Create a Community and Rewrite Your Money Story with Erika Wasserman
Certified Financial Therapist Erika Wasserman returns to The Power of the Ask to discuss how women can stop feeling shame around money and start building more confidence. Learn how a “personal board of directors” can help you on your financial ...
Talking About Money: How to Start the Conversations That Transform Your Financial Life with Erika Wasserman
Join Lisa Zeiderman and Precious Williams as they welcome Erika Wasserman, one of only 100 certified financial therapists in the United States and founder of Your Financial Therapist, to the Power of the Ask podcast. Drawing from her personal j...
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From Homelessness to Harley: Journey of Resilience and Financial Rebirth with Ivette Rivera
On this episode of The Power of the Ask, we speak with Ivette Rivera, an inspiring Afro-Latina Nuyorican from Camden, New Jersey who transformed her life from homelessness to founding Harley, a trauma-informed fintech platform dedicated to help...
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Innovation & Impact: A New View of Insurance & Entrepreneurship with Monica Adwani
Think insurance is dull? Think again! Join us as visionary CEO and turnaround expert Monica Adwani shatters myths about the insurance industry and entrepreneurship. With nearly two decades of experience, Monica shares how she built a thriving c...
Building Confidence to Ask: Strategies for Women to Own Their Worth With Zoe Bogan
Tune in as Lisa Zeiderman and Precious Williams welcome Zoe Bogan, founder of ZB Agency and the visionary behind the Revenue Catalyst Program, which empowers women in traditionally male-dominated industries to excel in revenue-generating roles....
From Law to Learning and Leveraging Real Estate with Melissa Cisco
On this episode of The Power of the Ask, we welcome Melissa Cisco, Esq., Director of High School Innovation and Special Projects, NYC Department of Education, for a discussion on the surprising intersection of education and real estate. Melissa...
Community, Courage, and Compensation: Reimagining Your Value and the Power of the Ask with Nirupa Umapathy
In this episode of the Power of the Ask podcast, hosts Lisa Zeiderman and Precious Williams reconnect with investor, writer, and facilitator Nirupa Umapathy. Nirupa explores the significance of embracing life’s transitions and advocating for yo...
The Mentor's Arc: JaQ Campbell's Mission to Empower Future Financial Leaders
In this episode of The Power of the Ask, Jacqueline (JaQ) Campbell reveals her incredible story from a 16-year-old intern to a powerhouse wealth advisor. As founder and CEO of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management, she emphasizes the criti...
Finding Power in Laughter, Action & The Ask With Brenda Gonzalez
In a time filled with challenging realities, Brenda Gonzalez, founder of the Tamarindo podcast and Director of Social Impact and Engagement at VPE Communications, focuses on the crucial connection between laughter and social change. Join hosts ...
Courage, Campfires, and Confidence: Sarah Dale's Project 1490 Journey
Tired of the corporate climb and wondering, “Is this all there is?” Join Lisa Zeiderman and Precious Williams as they dive into the extraordinary journey of Sarah Dale, founder of Project 1490. Sarah’s story is one of audacious change, taking h...
From Romania to Fintech Leader: Mara Cristina Tache’s Inspiring Journey to Empowering Women
Join us this month on the Power of the Ask Podcast as we sit down with Mara Cristina Tache, co-chair of the Savvy Ladies Junior Board and a leader in the financial technology industry. Mara shares her inspiring journey, from growing up in Roman...
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A Therapist’s Guide to Money Harmony: Feel-Good Finance With Aja Evans
Join us on The Power of the Ask as we sit down with Aja Evans, a board-certified financial therapist and author of “Feel Good Finance.” Aja shares her personal financial awakening and how it led her to help others break the taboo of discussing ...
Leading With Confidence and Compassion: The Lisa Zeiderman Story
Get ready for more candid conversations and empowering advice on the Power of the Ask Podcast! Join co-hosts Lisa Zeiderman and Precious Williams for a unique episode where they step into the spotlight and share their personal journeys!I...
Finding Your Voice & Asking for What You Deserve: The Precious Williams Story
Are you ready for a dose of real talk and raw inspiration? Join Lisa Zeiderman and Precious Williams, co-hosts of the Power of the Ask Podcast, for a unique episode where they turn the tables and interview each other!In this episode, Pre...
Achieving WealthyWellthy: Balancing Health and Success With Krisstina Wise of Wealthy Wellthy
Join us this month on the Power of the Ask Podcast as we sit down with real estate mogul and award-winning author Krisstina Wise. Krisstina shares her incredible journey from humble begin...
From Wall Street to Inner Peace: Nirupa Umapathy’s Journey of Resilience and Purpose of Salons For Life
Discover how a former Wall Street executive found resilience and purpose by embracing ESG investing and prioritizing personal values. In this episode of “The Power of the Ask,” Niru...
