In this episode of the HigherHer podcast, hosts Krista Tan and Natalie Stones engage with Grace Redman, a successful entrepreneur and staffing expert. They discuss the importance of empowering women's voices in talent acquisition, the challenges faced in the industry, and the significance of managing emotional states. Grace shares her journey in staffing, the balance between family and career, and the need for accountability and support among women. The conversation also touches on leadership qualities for women and concludes with humorous anecdotes from Grace's recruiting experiences. Chapters: 00:00 Empowering Women's Voices in Talent Acquisition 01:02 Grace Redmond's J1ourney in Staffing and Coaching 02:56 Navigating Challenges in Talent Acquisition 05:48 Managing Emotional and Mental States 09:02 The Importance of Accountability and Support 11:57 Balancing Family and Career as a Woman 15:09 Overcoming the 'Should' Mentality 18:01 Women in Leadership: Cultivating Confidence 20:02 Humorous Recruiting Stories 22:53 Closing Thoughts and Future Events Bio: Grace Redman is the President and Owner of Stansbury Staffing, a premier staffing firm that has placed thousands of professionals in meaningful careers while helping corporate clients build successful teams with top talent. Her deep care for both candidates and clients has created lasting impact, turning job placements into life-changing opportunities. Under her leadership, Stansbury Staffing has thrived through five economic crises that forced many competitors to close their doors. Through resilience, innovation, and a people-first approach, she has built one of the most respected firms in the Bay Area, earning a five-star rating year after year and recognition as the #1 staffing firm in her area. In 2024, her firm was also named one of the top 5 women-owned businesses in the region. Beyond staffing, Grace is living proof that we can have a life we love. As a successful Entrepreneur, Success Coach, and Speaker, she has built a life that integrates well-being, family, a thriving career, financial success, and personal freedom. She knows firsthand that achieving it all isn’t about doing everything—it’s about intention, prioritization, and the courage to navigate life’s storms wisely to SOAR to new levels of impact, success, and joy—while having fun along the way As the best-selling author of Can I Live?! Dare To Go From Fcked Up to Fabulous* and host of the Real Talk with Grace Redman podcast, Grace's influence resonates across multiple platforms and audiences. Her authenticity and vulnerability foster genuine connections, establishing her as a trusted leader.