Gentle Art of Leadership Podcast – Sandy Waggett

Sandy Waggett is a wife, author and entrepreneur with an incredible journey that spans from Las Vegas to Colorado and beyond. Growing up next door to mob member, Anthony Spilotro, in Las Vegas, Sandy’s life started far from the entrepreneurial path she would later take. After earning a math degree and becoming a teacher, she pursued her master’s degree, met her husband, and began her first venture—building websites for wedding professionals. A move to Knoxville, Tennessee, marked a turning point as Sandy decided to go all-in on her business. Over time, she pivoted from websites to running a full-service marketing agency. In this episode, Sandy shares her insights on why you shouldn’t put all your eggs in one basket, the importance of accessibility features like alt text on websites, and how she took over a major event, Summit, to further her impact. Sandy also opens up about her personal journey of self-empowerment, the challenges of navigating a difficult relationship with her mother, and how taking control of her situation transformed her life. Her story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the power of self-belief.