From a Career in Finance & Fitness, to Host of the Popular “Balanced Black Girl” Podcast; Les Alfred talks: Life Transitions, Inclusivity in Wellness, Building Confidence and Developing a Healthy Mind

This week the sisters sit down with Les Alfred, founder of the popular “Balanced Black Girl” podcast, a lifestyle brand dedicated to promoting diversity in the wellness space. During this conversation, Les gets real about the many career transitions she had to make, in order to find her purpose and carve her own unique path to success! They also discuss: Les’ upbringing / early experiences as a perfectionist and over achiever Graduating into a recession and pivoting in the financial industry Getting into the fitness industry as a personal trainer Creating her popular blog “The Balanced Berry” in 2014 and its evolution through the years Deciding to move away from fitness / health and take a break from the blog The process of starting a podcast What inclusivity in wellness means How she developed confidence / how she avoids the comparison game Importance of keeping relationships strong Lessons from her grandmothers – who both recently passed away RESOURCES: Les on Instagram @balancedles  “The Balanced Black Girl” Podcast @balancedblackgirlpodcast  CONNECT WITH US Shoot us an email! Solo2.0podcast@gmail.com Send us a DM! Solo 2.0 Podcast on @SOLO2.0PODCAST Jessica Suchan on Instagram @BODYBLISSBYJESS Ryan Burch on Instagram @RYEBURCH

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Solo 2.0 is a podcast by two sisters, Rye Burch and Jess Suchan, working in the health and wellness industry in L.A. Each week, we’ll bring you inspiration, education and insightful conversation from guests with diverse backgrounds and unique life experiences! We’ll also discuss our own ups and down within our health and careers, and will bring on our mom, hormone health educator candace burch, for round table discussions on health and wellness. Our mission is to provide the support and motivation necessary to step into that 2.0 version of you!