Episode Details

Podcast Episode Title: 
"Authentic Influence and Community Impact w/ Amanda Banks”

Show Description with Highlights: 
In this episode of The Lyndsay Stafford Show, Lyndsay welcomes Amanda Banks—mom, entrepreneur, community organizer, and the force behind TEDx Old Hickory. Amanda shares how personal adversity and pivotal moments led her from a corporate career into entrepreneurship, building the "Create and Innovate Solutions" brand and championing authentic influence. 

Highlights Include:
How Amanda’s journey through Nashville’s tornadoes and the pandemic sparked her pivot to entrepreneurship

Lessons from launching and growing TEDx Old Hickory in a small community—proving impact isn’t about audience size, but authentic voice

Why every individual, regardless of social media following, possesses powerful influence and how to leverage it with integrity

Strategies for overcoming fear, building supportive partnerships, and harmonizing work with family

Actionable steps for entrepreneurs and leaders feeling “stuck”—embracing community, consistency, and self-discovery to move forward

Whether you’re an established leader or just starting out, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical wisdom.

Follow Amanda:
https://www.amanda-banks.com/

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