I'm What?!: Sometimes You're a Mentor And Don't Even Know It
About this episode
This episode explores the concept of mentorship through the experiences of guest Hillary Boyce, emphasizing that influence comes from action rather than formal titles.
What if you’ve been a mentor all along—and didn’t even know it? In this energizing episode of Words of Wisdom from Kick-Ass Women, hosts Liz and Mary Brohan welcome Hillary Boyce, a powerhouse entrepreneur, Army veteran, and founder of BAFO Services, to challenge everything you thought mentorship had to be. No formal titles. No structured programs. Just real moments that matter. Hillary shares how a career built in service—from the military to federal contracting—shaped her people-first leadership style and sparked impact far beyond what she could see. Through candid stories, she reveals how simple acts—offering advice, making introductions, showing up—can quietly change someone’s trajectory. You’ll also hear how she helps veterans and entrepreneurs navigate intimidating systems, while reminding them (and all of us) that it’s okay to not have a perfect plan. This episode is a refreshing reminder that influence isn’t about authority—it’s about action. And chances are, you’re already making more of a difference than you think. You are your own Kick-Ass brand.
People in this episode
Hosts: Liz Brohan, Mary Brohan
Guest: Hillary Boyce
Topics covered
- mentorship
- leadership
- entrepreneurship
- veterans
- influence
Keywords
- mentorship
- leadership style
- entrepreneur
- veterans
- influence
- career advice
- people-first
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BAFO Services, Army
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