Ep 100: Leading with Heart—Community, Creativity & Clarity with Laylee Emadi

In this episode, Anna sits down with Laylee Emadi—educator, speaker, podcaster, and founder of the Creative Educator Conference—to talk about building a values-driven business rooted in authenticity, service, and real community.

A former high school teacher turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, Laylee shares how she transitioned into coaching creatives, and how her love for education continues to shape the way she supports others. Together, they explore how to lead with heart in a world that often pushes polish and performance.

Inside this conversation:

• Why community is central to Laylee’s work—and how it fuels connection and longevity in business

• How to break free from the “shoulds” and build a business that reflects your actual self
  
• The visibility blocks so many creatives face (like imposter syndrome and fear of taking up space)—and how to work through them

• Client transformation stories that show what’s possible when you lead with clarity, integrity, and courage

• Laylee’s powerful reminder that you’re allowed to do business differently—and that service is more powerful than ego

Whether you're building a business, stepping into leadership, or just trying to find your voice in a noisy world, this episode is a breath of fresh air and a call back to what really matters.

 

Connect with Laylee:
🔗 Website: https://layleeemadi.com
📸 Instagram: @laylee_emadi
🎧Podcast: The Laylee Emadi Podcast

Connect with Anna:
🔗 Website: https://www.annaholtzman.com
📸 Instagram: @anna_holtzman
📩 Email: anna@annaholtzman.com