Women Changing Leadership with Stacy Mayer
Women Changing Leadership is a podcast about the shift toward a more inclusive, empathetic era of executive leadership. Each week, host Stacy Mayer shares strategies and insights designed to help women advance into the executive suite on their own terms. Episodes focus on practical career topics such as getting promoted, negotiating pay, and bringing your full self to the leadership table. Stacy Mayer is a bestselling author, certified executive coach, and promotion strategist, as well as the creator of the Executive Ahead of Time coaching program. The show is aimed at corporate women leaders who want to transform how business is run from the C-suite outward.
Episodes
The Promotion Won't Save You
Ep. #330: The Promotion Won't Save YouThere's a trap I see with ambitious corporate women chasing their next career move: the belief that the title or the corner office is what will finally make them feel like they've arrived. It won't. The magic fades fast, and most women are asking "what's next?" before the ink is dry on the offer.In this episode, I unpack the
Stop White-Knuckling Your Career
Ep. #329: Stop White-Knuckling Your CareerIf you're powering through your goals but every step feels like a grind, this episode is for you. I'm talking about what it actually takes to achieve big, ambitious things in your career and your life without burning out along the way — and why so much of it comes down to intentionality, agency, and a willingness to let go of control.We get into
Pour Yourself a Cup of Ambition: A Lesson in Legacy from Dolly Parton
Ep. #328: Pour Yourself a Cup of Ambition: A Lesson in Legacy from Dolly PartonJust hours after learning of Dolly Parton's passing, I sat down to reflect on the legacy of a woman who spent 80 years showing us exactly what authentic power looks like. In this episode, I share stories from my recent visit to Dollywood and what Dolly's life teaches women leaders about ambition, knowing your
Decision Burnout Is Killing Your Leadership
Decision burnout is killing your leadership—and you probably don't even realize it's happening. In this episode of Executive Coaching in the AI Era, I get honest about my own struggle with decision fatigue, from a chaotic camping trip to raising a new puppy (yes, I even told my husband which exit to take for McDonald's after promising myself a decision break). Here's what I&apo
When Life Blows Up Your Career Plan
Executive Coaching in the AI EraEp. #11: When Life Blows Up Your Career PlanNobody plans for the layoff. Nobody schedules the diagnosis. And yet the women who come out the other side stronger keep telling me the same thing: the moment everything fell apart was the moment they finally stopped climbing and started claiming. In this episode of Executive Coaching in the AI Era, I share real stories fr
Three Badass Leaders Putting AI to Work
Three badass leaders putting AI to work, and none of them are doing it the way you'd expect.In this episode I sit down with Nicole Collins, Pooja Agrawal, and Monika Philip to talk about how women are actually using AI to advance their careers, not in theory, but in their real workdays. We get into building an AI board of directors, why one of my guests named her AI executive assistant Claire
Are you using AI against yourself?
Executive Coaching in the AI-EraEp. #9: Are you using AI against yourself? In this episode of Executive Coaching in the AI Era, I dig into something I'm seeing constantly with the senior women I coach. We're turning to AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini for advice, feedback, and reassurance, and without realizing it, we're using them to feed perfectionism, shame, and self-dou
AI Has a Gender Bias Problem, and Your Resume Is Paying for It
Executive Coaching in the AI EraEp #8: AI Has a Gender Bias Problem, and Your Resume Is Paying for ItGender bias doesn't just show up in the boardroom — it's baked into the AI-driven tools deciding who gets seen and who gets scrolled past. Most women try to fix this by asking AI to "improve" their resume, and end up with generic, forgettable AI slop that reads like everyone els
Nobody's Hiring. Everyone's Hiring. Here's Why
Executive Coaching in the AI EraEp. 7: Nobody's Hiring. Everyone's Hiring. Here's WhyIn this week's episode, I'm digging into the strange contradiction happening in hiring right now: mass layoffs and skyrocketing unemployment on one side, desperate talent shortages in tech and healthcare on the other. I'm talking through the rise of "AI cheating" in intervie
Stop Knowing. Start Leading.
Executive Coaching in the AI-EraEp. 6: Stop knowing. Start leading.That's the shift I'm inviting you to make in this episode — and I'll be honest, it's one I'm still making myself.We're living in a moment where AI is moving faster than any of us can keep up with, and the instinct is to double down on expertise. Know more. Certify more. Prove more. But that strategy? I
The Only AI-Proof Career Move in Corporate
Executive Coaching in the AI-EraEp. 5: The Only AI-Proof Career Move in CorporateThe only AI-proof career move isn't the one you think. While everyone's racing to out-skill the algorithms, I'm telling my clients something different: subject matter expertise — the thing you've spent your whole career building — is becoming replaceable. What's not replaceable is executive le
The Cheat Code for Executive Credibility
Executive Coaching in the AI EraEp. #4: The Cheat Code for Executive CredibilityYour executives don't know what you're doing — and that's on you.In this episode, I share the cheat code for building real executive credibility when AI is reshaping how companies operate and make decisions. We're talking about why speaking the language of your leadership matters, how to "show
Bottling Your Mother with Mrs. Myers Clean Day Founder Monica Nassif
Ep. #318: Bottling Your Mother with Mrs. Myers Clean Day Founder Monica NassifIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I sit down with Monica Nassif, the trailblazing founder behind Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day and Caldrea, to talk about what it really takes to build an iconic brand from the ground up. Monica shares her unconventional path to entrepreneurship, the lessons she learned growing u
Hard Work Won't Save You in the AI Era
Executive Coaching in the AI EraEp. #3: Hard Work Won't Save You in the AI EraHard work won't save you in the AI Era — and if you're still betting your career on output alone, we need to talk. In this episode, I'm making the case that promotions have never actually been about how much you produce. They've always been about relationship capital: the connections you've
The Currency That AI Can't Replace
Executive Coaching in the AI EraEp. #2: The Currency That AI Can't ReplaceIn this episode, I'm diving into one of the most underrated career strategies out there — building relationship capital — and why it matters more right now than it ever has. Whether you're navigating layoffs, economic uncertainty, or the very real disruption AI is bringing to the workplace, the truth is that y
What Would You Do If You Got Laid Off Tomorrow?
Executive Coaching in the AI-EraEp. 1: What Would You Do If You Got Laid Off Tomorrow?Here's the hard truth: if a layoff hit you tomorrow, online applications would be the least effective thing you could do. And yet, that's where most leaders start.In this innaugural episode of Executive Coaching in the AI Era, I'm walking you through exactly what I'd tell a client in crisis —
How Promotable Leaders Own Their Process and Not Their Projects
Ep #315: How Promotable Leaders Own Their Process and Not Their ProjectsIn this week's episode, I'm celebrating the first graduates of my Executive Promotion Process Facilitation Certification — and using their journeys to dig into something I believe is the real differentiator for senior leaders: having your own process. Not projects. Not instincts. A repeatable, articulable system for
Take Back Your Power with former Ancestry.com CEO, Deb Liu
Ep #313: Take Back Your Power with former Ancestry.com CEO, Deb LiuIn this episode, I sit down with Deb Liu — founder, investor, advisor, former CEO of Ancestry.com, and creator of Facebook Marketplace — for a conversation about building relationships that actually matter, making sure your voice is heard in leadership rooms, and what it really takes to go from a small town in the South to leading
The Game Behind the Game: Politics, Power, and the C Suite
Ep 312: The Game Behind the Game: Politics, Power, and the C SuiteIn this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the multiple pathways to securing and sustaining a C Suite role — drawing on real stories from women who've succeeded and faced unexpected challenges at the executive level. I'll tell you why the C Suite isn't always the dream job it appears to be, how to navigate
The C-Suite Reality: Why Success Still Feels Unfulfilling
Ep #311: The C-Suite Reality: Why Success Still Feels UnfulfillingIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really happens after you reach the C-suite—because for so many women, it’s not the relief or fulfillment they expected. I walk through the patterns I see with my executive clients: overworking at the highest levels, feeling underutilized, and struggli
Buy-In vs Permission: Why Your Work Isn’t Getting Recognized
Ep. #310: Buy-In vs Permission: Why Your Work Isn’t Getting RecognizedIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I explore why hard work alone often goes unnoticed in corporate environments, especially for high-achieving women. I share real-life examples and coaching insights to show you how to align your contributions with executive priorities and secure genuine buy-in from leadership—instead
Amplifying Your Voice in Biotech with former CEO Christine Miller
In this inspiring episode of Women Changing Leadership, I sit down with Christine Miller, former President and CEO of Melinta Therapeutics, to explore her purpose-driven journey from aspiring problem solver to transformative industry leader. Christine Miller opens up about finding her passion for problem-solving early on, navigating the unique challenges of women in biotech, and the intentional pa
The Promotion Readiness Test: Find Out in 20 Questions
Ep #308: The Promotion Readiness Test: Find Out in 20 QuestionsIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I’m walking you through the five essential steps of my executive promotion process—the same process I’ve used over the past eight years to help women move from subject matter experts to trusted executive leaders. Drawing from my coaching experience and insights from my “Ready to Be Promoted
How Executive Women Are Using AI to Make a Bigger Impact at Work
Ep #307: How Executive Women Are Using AI to Make a Bigger Impact at WorkReady to use tech as your edge in the leadership game? In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I share actionable ways to leverage artificial intelligence for your next promotion and stand out as an executive leader. I also walk through practical ways executive-level women can use AI tools to strengthen their job search
The Promotion Strategy for Smart Women Who Think Differently
Ep #306: The Promotion Strategy for Smart Women Who Think DifferentlyIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I dive into the power of embracing your unique qualities as a woman in leadership, exploring the tension between fitting in and standing out. Drawing from recent coaching experiences and my own personal journey, I share practical strategies for navigating career transitions, celebrat
Reform Your Inner Mean Girl with Amy Ahlers
Ep #305: Reform Your Inner Mean Girl with Amy Ahlers In this inspiring episode of Women Changing Leadership, I’m joined by executive and leadership coach Amy Ahlers, who specializes in empowering high-achieving women to tune into their inner wisdom and break free from toxic patterns of self-criticism. Together, we dive into the subtle ways our inner critics—like the “achievement junkie,” “compar
5 Pieces of “Good” Career Advice That Cost You Promotions
Ep #304: 5 Pieces of “Good” Career Advice That Cost You PromotionsIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I share five common pieces of workplace advice you should rethink—and what to do instead—to take true ownership of your career advancement. Drawing from real client conversations and my leadership intensives, I explain why traditional actions like sending blurbs for introductions, apply
Get Paid for Your Ideas (Not Just the Hours You Work)
Ep #303: Get Paid for Your Ideas (Not Just the Hours You Work) In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I break down the real impact of showing up as a thought leader at work—and how it leads to more recognition, greater career satisfaction, and promotions that don’t require constant pushing. Drawing on nearly a decade of experience, I walk you through why thought leadership isn’t about posti
What If Being “Presumptuous” Is Exactly What Your Career Needs?
Ep #302: What If Being “Presumptuous” Is Exactly What Your Career Needs?In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I break down the concept of being “presumptuous” at work and why taking initiative is actually a key leadership move—not a flaw. Drawing on live coaching with my clients, I challenge common fears around advocating for yourself, networking with senior leaders, and negotiating salari
I Forgot to Celebrate My 300th Episode. Here’s What That Says About Self-Advocacy
Ep #301: I Forgot to Celebrate My 300th Episode. Here’s What That Says About Self-Advocacy In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I reflect on what it really means to celebrate milestones and advocate for yourself as a woman leader. I share my own journey—from nervously launching this podcast in 2019 to reaching 300 episodes—and how my relationship with self-advocacy has evolved along the w
Behind Closed Doors Part 3: What No One Tells You About Titles and Impact
Ep #300: Behind Closed Doors Part 3: What No One Tells You About Titles and ImpactIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I explore the real meaning behind promotions and titles in executive leadership. Drawing on candid conversations from my Leadership Table Mastermind, I break down why focusing solely on job titles misses the bigger picture of impact and influence. I share why promotions b
Behind Closed Doors Part 2: What No One Admits About Women and Promotions
Ep #299: Behind Closed Doors Part 2: What No One Admits About Women and PromotionsIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I dive into part two of my Behind Closed Doors series, offering a refreshingly honest look at the challenges—and opportunities—women face when advancing into higher-level leadership roles. I share real success stories from women who landed new roles and promotions, even i
Behind Closed Doors Part 1: The Career Advice You Need to Rethink in 2026
Ep #298: Behind Closed Doors Part 1: The Career Advice You Need to Rethink in 2026In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I kick off my three-part Behind Closed Doors podcast series and pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to move into higher-level leadership—and gain real influence and authority in your career. Drawing from real client experiences, I break down the biggest challe
The End-of-Year Reset: Using This Downtime to Create Clarity in 2026
Ep #297: The End-of-Year Reset: Using This Downtime to Create Clarity in 2026In this episode, I’m diving into the power of reflection and what it really takes to embrace change as we head into 2026. I break down why so many high-achieving women get stuck in confusion—and how that confusion often shows up as chaos, overthinking, or feeling like there are too many moving pieces to make a clear decis
How Authentic Leaders Build High-Performing Teams with Tantri McGinnis and Leah Edwards
Ep. #296: How Authentic Leaders Build High-Performing Teams with Tantri McGinnis and Leah EdwardsIn this inspiring final installment of my December Doing It series, I’m joined by extraordinary leaders Tantri McGinnis and Leah Edwards for a powerful conversation about leading with authenticity, bridging organizational gaps, and empowering others to succeed. We talk candidly about what real leadersh
How Coachable Leaders Create Lasting Impact with Pooja Agrawal and Catheryne Hasley
Ep #295: How Coachable Leaders Create Lasting Impact with Pooja Agrawal and Catheryne HasleyIn this inspiring episode of Women Changing Leadership, I sit down with Pooja Agrawal and Catheryne Hasley to unpack the lessons behind their remarkable careers and authentic leadership styles. Together, we dive into what it really means to be coachable, how to embrace feedback—even when it’s hard to hear—a
Shaping the Future of Leadership with Amanda Clark and Karen Riddell
In this inspiring episode of Women Changing Leadership, I sit down with powerhouse leaders Amanda Clark and Karen Riddle to dive into the real secrets of career success, empowering leadership, and the impact women make when we claim our seat at the table. Together, we share honest reflections on transforming weaknesses into strengths, the critical role communication and stakeholder management play
12 Days to Your Next Promotion: A Holiday Career Challenge
In this energizing episode of Women Changing Leadership, I share exactly how I’m helping women set themselves up for higher-level leadership roles using my “12 Days of Christmas” career strategy—yes, the one inspired by OrangeTheory Fitness. Whether you’re aiming for a promotion or a brand-new role, I break down the actions that actually move the needle, from bold conversations with your boss and
3 LinkedIn Strategies to Land an Interview Before the New Year
In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I’m sharing practical strategies to help you keep your leadership momentum going—especially during the busy end-of-year season. I talk about how to tap into second-degree connections and request fresh LinkedIn recommendations so you can unlock hidden job opportunities, even when your motivation dips or it feels like everyone else is slowing down. I als
The Secret to Getting Promoted: Make It About Them, Not You
Ep #291: The Secret to Getting Promoted: Make It About Them, Not YouIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I dive into the real secret behind advocating for your next promotion—and it’s probably not what you think. Instead of piling on more work or hustling for recognition, I show you how to shift your mindset toward the value and impact you bring to your organization. I share inspiring cli
The Power to Choose Your Wealth (and Your Life) with Dr. Latifat
In this inspiring episode of Women Changing Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Latifat—a GI doctor, certified life coach, and founder of the Money Coaching School for Badass Women Physicians—to talk about her transformative yearlong journey traveling the world with her family. Dr. Latifat opens up about the profound lessons she learned from stepping away from her medical career, embracing rest, and r
Mastering the Art of the Follow-Up
Ep 289: Mastering the Art of the Follow-UpIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I dive into the art of strategic follow-up—and why mastering this one skill can completely change the game for your career growth and promotion opportunities. I share real-life examples and practical strategies to help you break free from the mindset that “the ball is in their court.” Instead, you’ll learn how
Unlock the Energy of the Season: Career Lessons from Diwali, Halloween, and Beyond
Ep 288: Unlock the Energy of the Season: Career Lessons from Diwali, Halloween, and BeyondIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I explore the power of stepping out of reaction mode and intentionally managing your career to unlock new opportunities. Drawing from my own experiences with Halloween, Diwali, and my spiritual practices—like drawing Oracle cards—I share both practical and reflect
How to Evaluate Companies While Job Hunting (Without Overthinking!)
In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I’m sharing practical strategies for women who are interviewing for higher-level leadership roles or navigating a major career transition. You’ll learn how to evaluate organizations and positions with confidence while keeping your integrity and negotiating power intact. I also break down how to balance passion with career growth, avoid over-analyzing c
Unlock Your Signature Leadership Style with Susana Perczek
In this empowering episode of Women Changing Leadership, I sit down with corporate stylist Susana Perczek to explore how your personal style can become one of your most powerful leadership tools. Susana shares her journey from her creative roots to helping women leaders use style as a strategic advantage—offering practical tips for dressing for interviews, building your signature look, and staying
Turning Your Promotion from a 'Promise' into Reality
Ep #285: Turning Your Promotion from a 'Promise' into RealityIn this empowering episode of Women Changing Leadership, I share the exact strategies I use to help women finally get their promotions across the finish line. After years of coaching women to get promoted, I’ve seen one thing clearly: doing great work isn’t enough. I dive into what actually moves the needle—building powerful al
How to Stop External Factors from Derailing Your Interviews
Ep #284: How to Stop External Factors from Derailing Your InterviewsIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I share the interview strategies every woman needs to fast-track her career. You’ll learn why it’s essential to always be interviewing, how to treat each opportunity as a stepping stone to the role you really want, and how to block out the outside forces—friends, family, even the media
The 5 Interview Killers That Are Costing You Higher-Level Job Offers
Ep #283: The 5 Interview Killers That Are Costing You Higher-Level Job OffersIn this episode of Women Changing Leadership, host Stacy Mayer dives into the five key ways women might be unknowingly sabotaging their job interviews—and what you can do to stand out and secure the offer you truly want. Stacy shares practical strategies, from tailoring your responses to your audience, moving beyond recit
Humanize(ing) Her with Former LinkedIn Exec Erica Lockheimer
Ep #282: Humanize(ing) Her with Former LinkedIn Exec Erica LockheimerIn this conversation, Stacy Mayer and Erica Lockheimer discuss the inception and mission of the HumanizeHer podcast, which is to elevate women's stories and experiences. Erica shares her journey from a corporate career at LinkedIn to launching her own media platform, emphasizing the importance of in-person connections and au
Wish You Could Rewind That Interview Answer? Try the Do-Over Method
Ep #281: Wish You Could Rewind That Interview Answer? Try the Do-Over MethodEver walked away from an interview, a meeting, or a one-on-one with your boss thinking, “Ugh... I wish I had answered that differently”? You’re not alone, my friend—and here’s the good news: you don’t have to sit with that regret and hope it magically gets better next time. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my Do-Over Method
The Loyalty Trap: How Staying Too Long Can Limit Your Career
Ep #280: The Loyalty Trap: How Staying Too Long Can Limit Your CareerYou love your job… but is loyalty quietly putting your career at risk? You’ve been with your company for 5, 10, maybe even 20 years. You’ve built strong relationships, you’re well respected, and you genuinely love the work you do. So why would you even consider looking elsewhere? Here’s why—because even when everything feels grea
Start Consulting and Still Grow Your Career? Here’s How
Ep #279: Start Consulting and Still Grow Your Career? Here’s HowHave you ever secretly wondered if you could land your dream leadership role and start consulting on the side—but quickly dismissed it as impossible? Here’s the thing: Not only is it totally possible, it’s already happening for the corporate badasses I coach every day. In this episode of Women Changing Leadership with Stacy Mayer, I’m
Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms with Rebecca Olson
Ep #278: Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms with Rebecca OlsonBeing a corporate badass shouldn’t mean sacrificing your sanity, your family, or your success. But for so many women (especially working moms), the pressure to “have it all” still feels like doing it all — and it's exhausting. Today, I’m bringing you a candid, coffee-chat-style conversation with my dear friend and fellow coach, Re
Why No One Listens to You at Work (It’s Not What You Think)
Ep #277: Why No One Listens to You at Work (It’s Not What You Think)Ever wonder why you can't seem to influence your boss, land that promotion, or why your brilliant ideas keep getting ignored? Chances are, it's not about your skills—it might be about your energy. Today, I'm shining a spotlight on energetic vampires—those sneaky, subtle energies we unknowingly project that others fe
How One Woman Crushed Her Vice President Interview (and What You Can Learn)
Ep #276: How One Woman Crushed Her Vice President Interview (and What You Can Learn)One of my clients recently sent me a recording of her VP-level interview…and let me tell you, it was a 45-minute masterclass on how to absolutely crush executive-level conversations. This interview was beyond good—it was "smile-ear-to-ear-the-entire-time" phenomenal. So in today's episode of Women Ch
Why I Didn't Hire Them (Even If the Interview Went Great)
Ep #275: Why I Didn't Hire Them (Even If the Interview Went Great)Have you ever walked out of an interview thinking, “That went amazing!”...only to never hear back? Or maybe you were this close to landing a role and couldn’t figure out why it didn’t work out? Well, I recently spent several days reviewing 30+ applications and interviewing candidates for a contract role on Team Badass—and what
The Career Reinvention Blueprint with Sarah Kim
Ep #274: The Career Reinvention Blueprint with Sarah KimEver feel like your expertise is boxing you in? Like you've built a reputation around a certain skill set… but now it’s starting to feel like it’s placing a limit on where you can go in your career? Maybe you're the kind of leader who refuses to stay in one lane. Or maybe you want to shake things up - but you're not sure how to
Equal Pay Day 2025: How Powerful Women Negotiate Their Pay (And Win)
Ep #273: Equal Pay Day 2025: How Powerful Women Negotiate Their Pay (And Win)You’re doing incredible work. You’re hitting it out of the park. Your company says they value you - but your paycheck tells a different story. Or maybe you’ve been telling yourself that the money doesn’t matter that much… as long as you’re not traveling all the time, or working exhausting hours, or drowning in stress. But
The One Powerful Question That Will Fast-Track Your Career Growth
Ep #272: The One Powerful Question That Will Fast-Track Your Career GrowthHave you ever caught yourself saying we’ll see when it comes to your career? We’ll see if I get the raise I requested. We’ll see if they call me back after that interview. We’ll see if I get promoted at my next performance review. It sounds harmless, but let’s be real: When you say we’ll see, you’re bracing for disappointmen
Lift as You Rise: Simple Actions to Help Us All Advance Together
Ep #271: Lift as You Rise: Simple Actions to Help Us All Advance TogetherWomen leaders like you don’t need to be told to lift others up. You’re already doing it. You support, advocate for, and maybe already mentor other women - not because someone told you to, but because it’s part of who you are. So while supporting women is a no-brainer, the how of doing it as effectively as possible - and doing
Bigger Than You with Kelly Roach
Ep #270: Bigger Than You with Kelly RoachHaving a team should make your job easier, not harder. So why does it sometimes feel like a lot more work? Your to-do list just gets longer, your inbox is overflowing, and suddenly, instead of doing everything yourself, you’re also responsible for other people’s work, too. Here’s what you need to know: The best leaders don’t manage their teams - they mentor
Why 'Middle Management Mentality' Is Keeping You Stuck in Your Career
Ep #269: Why 'Middle Management Mentality' Is Keeping You Stuck in Your CareerYou’re great at your job. You take ownership, hit your goals, and know you’re capable of more. So why does it feel like you’re spinning your wheels in middle management while other people seem to move up faster? Here’s why: The way you think about your role might be keeping you stuck. I call it middle managemen
Stuck in Middle Management Hell? Here’s How to Escape FAST
Ep #268: Stuck in Middle Management Hell? Here’s How to Escape FASTLet’s be honest: Middle management is kind of the worst, right? You’re constantly caught in the middle - answering to leaders who don’t always value your input while trying to motivate a team that doesn’t always listen. You have some authority but not enough to make real change (the changes you really want to make). You’re expected
The Biggest Career Risk You’re Taking (Without Even Knowing It!)
Ep #267: The Biggest Career Risk You’re Taking (Without Even Knowing It!)Are you taking the wrong kind of risk at work - or worse, avoiding risk altogether? Every week of this new year has felt a little overwhelming, exhausting, and - let’s be real - mind-numbing. The world feels unpredictable, layoffs are happening left and right, and the temptation to keep your head down and just survive is str
How to Be Seen and Heard as a Badass Leader with Summa Simmons
Ep #266: How to Be Seen and Heard as a Badass Leader with Summa SimmonsCorporate badasses, this episode is extra special. Not only am I kicking off Black History Month by celebrating an incredible woman leader, but I also get to shine a spotlight on one of my clients—the phenomenal Summa Simmons. Summa is the Associate Vice President of Treasury at Victoria’s Secret & Co., where she makes sure
The Evolution of a Woman Leader
Ep #265: The Evolution of a Woman LeaderCorporate women leaders, have you ever felt like the only way to get ahead is to play by rules that were never made for you in the first place? Rules that ask you to contort yourself into someone you don’t even recognize—just to get the promotion you’ve already earned? Those old rules don’t work. Not for us. And we’re not following them anymore. The good new
The Overlooked Technique Helping My Clients Reach the Executive Suite
Ep #264: The Overlooked Technique Helping My Clients Reach the Executive SuiteWhat if I told you there’s one overlooked technique that could completely change your career? This is a technique that the corporate badasses I work with rarely think to do. But once they try it, the results are undeniable—huge wins that keep paying off throughout their entire careers. Imagine this: You try this techniqu
How Setting 'Impossible' Career Goals Leads To Breakthrough Results
Ep #263: How Setting 'Impossible' Career Goals Leads To Breakthrough ResultsDuring my last group coaching call of 2024, one of my corporate badasses shared what may seem like an absolutely impossible goal: Not just landing her dream role in 2025, but getting promoted in that same year, too. And you know what? This fired me up. Because here's the truth about "impossible" go
My Personal Process for Using Small Steps to Achieve Huge Goals
Ep #262: My Personal Process for Using Small Steps to Achieve Huge GoalsHave you ever avoided making a New Year’s Resolution because you were certain you’d fail? Or stopped yourself from taking even small steps toward your career goals because those actions felt like they just weren’t “good enough”? I have. And so have my clients. But over the years, I’ve created a process to prevent myself and my
Growing Your Career from Good to Great with Kristi Sarno
Ep #261: Growing Your Career from Good to Great with Kristi SarnoWhat does it take to go from good to great in your career? To go from being amazing in your role to finally landing that promotion to the executive level? If you’re reading this, I already know you’re brilliant. You’re a corporate badass. You get things done, see opportunities others don’t, and bring incredible value to your organiza
The Biggest Client Trends of 2024 That Led to Massive Success
Ep #260: The Biggest Client Trends of 2024 That Led to Massive SuccessWhat separates corporate women leaders who thrived in 2024 from those who stayed stuck? Let’s face it—2024 kind of sucked. Between layoffs, reorgs, stalled promotions, and bonuses that never materialized, many corporate women leaders felt like their careers were at a standstill. But… many of my clients had massive success in 202
Are You Saying ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ to the Wrong Opportunities in Your Career?
Ep #259: Are You Saying ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ to the Wrong Opportunities in Your Career?Are you accidentally stalling your career by saying ‘yes’ and ‘no’ to the wrong things? So many of the women I speak with are quick to say ‘yes’ to things that don’t actually move the needle in their careers: Yes to putting out fires, to attending unnecessary meetings, to waiting patiently for that elusive promotion.
Your Year-End Career Opportunities Hiding in Plain Sight
Ep #258: Your Year-End Career Opportunities Hiding in Plain SightThe end of the year is pure chaos—but it’s also bursting with opportunities. If you’re like many corporate badasses I coach, your calendar is jammed with deadlines, performance reviews, and Q4 goals. It’s exhausting, and the idea of focusing on anything beyond just crossing the finish line might feel impossible. But here’s the thing:
When Work is Good with Moe Carrick
Ep #257: When Work is Good with Moe CarrickIs your organization evolving to meet the needs of today’s leaders? If you’re like many of the women I coach, the answer is a loud and frustrated: No. Not even close. You see it every day—crappy outdated systems, clunky hierarchies, and the same-old same-old way of doing things that just doesn’t work anymore. You want a workplace where you can thrive as
How to Use Gratitude as a Secret Weapon for Career Growth
Ep #256: How to Use Gratitude as a Secret Weapon for Career GrowthI’ve always seen myself as a naturally grateful person—glass half full, always looking for the bright side. But over the years, I’ve learned that gratitude can be so much more than just noticing the good things around you—you can turn it into a daily practice that can help you lead with confidence, make clearer decisions, and create
Don’t Know If You Want to Be an Executive? This Episode Is for You
Ep #255: Don’t Know If You Want to Be an Executive? This Episode Is for YouAre you still waiting to be sure you want to be an executive before taking action to advance your career? I get why you’d feel that way. But here’s why it’s a big problem: Many ambitious women leaders get stuck in this career limbo, convinced they need to know without a doubt that the next level up is for them before making
The Election Episode I Never Wanted to Record
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