Build the life of your dreams and learn from the world’s most successful people.Emma Grede, one of America’s richest self-made women, wants you to make the most of your life. 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 is a founding partner and chief product officer of SKIMS and CEO of Good American. She also made history as the first Black woman to serve as an investor on Shark Tank.
What this show covers
entrepreneurshipmoney mindsetleadershipcareer growthinvestingcreator economyresiliencemotherhoodpersonal financefinancial independencecareer pivotsbrand partnershipspublic identityfeedbackconversation skills
What listeners will find here
How Nara Smith turned a viral format into a long-term business plan
Nara Smith talks through the business behind her internet fame, from the moment a recognizable format started generating income to her plans for building a consumer brand that lasts beyond social media. The episode also gets into money habits, brand partnerships, and how she handles public assumptions about who she is.
Conversation habits that can quietly shape your next career move
Conversation skills are the focus here, with Vanessa Van Edwards arguing they can be learned and practiced rather than left to personality. She and Emma get practical about career-changing meetings, better small talk, and handling feedback or disagreement without harming the relationship.
Ari Emanuel on ambition, anger, and building a modern entertainment empire
Ari Emanuel traces his path from the CAA mailroom to building Endeavor into a force across Hollywood, sports, and media. The conversation digs into dyslexia, rejection, relentless self-advocacy, and the moment the traits that fueled success had to change.
Diane von Furstenberg on self-belief, independence, and becoming more yourself
Diane von Furstenberg reflects on the lessons behind her iconic career and the life she’s built beyond it. In a personal conversation with Emma, she talks about self-belief, motherhood, aging, mistakes, and why guilt and fear should never make your decisions.
Emma Grede’s 44 rules for work, money, marriage, and momentum
Emma Grede marks her 44th birthday with a solo episode built around 44 rules for life, business, and success. She lays out the beliefs she uses to make decisions, build companies, handle money, navigate marriage and motherhood, and recover from mistakes.
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