The Living While Leading Podcast is hosted by Sharon Ehrlich, an international coach who helps high-achieving professional women strategically build the lives and careers they desire. She firmly believes that we all have more power than we think to design our futures. This show offers practical guidance and inspiration to successful women who want to lead their lives with purpose and intention. Episodes cover topics such as overcoming imposter syndrome, strategies for career advancement, rea ...
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You’re brilliant at what you do, but are others noticing? Whether advancing your career, growing your business, or establishing yourself as a recognized authority, standing out can feel overwhelming. You might be wondering: > How do I find my voice and confidently put myself out there? > How do I clearly define and communicate my unique value? > How can I grow my visibility and build authority in my field? If this sounds familiar, you're in the right place. Own Your Lane® - The Personal Bran ...
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66: Is Your Leadership Ready for 2025? The Great Work Reinvention
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7:27Sharon Ehrlich explores the evolving work landscape in 2025, addressing challenges leaders face in a rapidly changing environment. She discusses the shift from traditional 9-to-5 models to flexible, outcome-focused approaches, emphasizing the importance of employee engagement and well-being. Sharon offers strategies for maintaining team cohesion in…
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How To Get Your Thought Leadership/Business Book Out Into the World with Emily Crookston, PhD
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22:29Tired of overthinking that big idea, project or business book you want to write to amplify your authority and thought leadership? Good news: this episode will get you unstuck and on your way to writing your business book. Each episode of the Own Your Lane® Personal Branding Podcast highlights one of the four steps of the Own Your L.A.N.E. personal …
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65: Authentic Leadership Secrets: How Heart-Based Strategies Empower High-Performing Women
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5:41Are you a high-achieving woman feeling the pressure to balance performance with genuine connection? This episode dives into the power of heart-based leadership, revealing how authenticity can drive meaningful success and create a thriving workplace. Discover practical strategies to move beyond metrics and lead purposefully, building trust, loyalty,…
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How to Become a Confident Public Speaker (and Learn to Bet On Yourself) with Lisa M Dublin
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19:06Is becoming a speaker on your dream board? Is it Good news: it's time to STOP chasing your dreams and bet on yourself to make it happen. Each episode of the Own Your Lane® Personal Branding Podcast highlights one of the four steps of the Own Your L.A.N.E. personal branding roadmap to help you gain clarity, confidence, and a clear path to growing yo…
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Are You Known For What You Do Best? (BIG ANNOUNCEMENT) That Will Ensure Your Are
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19:17You’re brilliant at what you do—so why are others getting the recognition and opportunities you deserve? Maybe you’re even showing up, networking, and trying to build your brand, but you’re still not where you want to be. On this week's episode, I'm excited to share the launch of my new book, Position Yourself—the personal branding planner and the …
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64: Invisible Ladders: Career Strategies for Ambitious Women
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6:37Sharon Ehrlich, host of Living While Leading, explores the transformative power of networking for women's career advancement. She challenges the misconception that networking is self-serving by sharing a client's journey from reluctance to embracing meaningful connections. Sharon offers strategies for effective networking at various career stages, …
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How to 'Own The Room' - Take Control of Your Career and Be Recognized for Your Brilliance with Sharon Ehrlich
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24:28Want to be seen as an authority in your field? It won't happen with a "do it all, all or nothing" beliefs and behaviors. Yes, you read that right. Many high-performing experts and leaders believe working harder and taking on more tasks is the key to recognition and promotion. This often leads to burnout rather than respect or advancement. If you wa…
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How to Become a First-Time Author and Build Authority Writing a Mini Book With Gehan "G" Haridy-Ardanowski
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20:50Want to write a book to share your business message? But think, "Nah, not me." It's too long and too complicated. Why bother? Good news: For those who want to share their gifts, brilliance, or message, a mini book is your ticket to sharing your work in months, NOT years. Each episode of the Own Your Lane® Personal Branding Podcast highlights one of…
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63: The Lunch That Launched a Career: Shocking Networking Secrets from a Global Tech Leader
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27:54Dorothee Ritz, Senior Vice President and Global Leader at Kyndryl, discusses networking mastery with Sharon Ehrlich, host of the Living While Leading podcast. With more than 30 years of digital transformation experience, Dorothee explores networks' crucial role in shaping her career path. She provides practical advice on building and maintaining pr…
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How to Get Started On LinkedIn and Grow Your Personal Brand in 2025: New Data and Content Insights With Founder Ivana Todorovic
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28:13Ready to make 2025 the year you say YES to becoming visible and building your LinkedIn presence? Each episode of the Own Your Lane® Personal Branding Podcast highlights one of the four steps of the Own Your L.A.N.E. personal branding roadmap to help you gain clarity, confidence, and a clear path to growing your influence and impact. L: Launch Your …
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How to Showcase Yours Expertise With Storytelling On LinkedIn and Elevate Your Authority With Jennifer Belmont Jennings
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24:49How do you balance posting on social media without feeling cringy and spammy? And if you work in buttoned-up industries? Yes, it can be done! It's all about showcasing storytelling that shares a lesson, drives a point, and builds your authority. Each episode of the Own Your Lane® Personal Branding Podcast highlights one of the four steps of the Own…
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How To Reinvent Yourself and Do The Work You Were Created to Do with Lisa McGuire
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28:09Doing work that doesn’t align with your “why” or light can be deeply unsettling. But it DOESN'T have to be. You have the power and choice to step out of the rut and find the work that lights you up. Each episode of the Own Your Lane® Personal Branding Podcast highlights one of the four steps of the Own Your L.A.N.E. personal branding roadmap to hel…
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62: Redefining Success: How High-Achieving Women Can Uncover Hidden Victories
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4:31In this mini-episode, Sharon Ehrlich explores the concept of hidden victories. She shares a coaching experience with a high-achieving client who felt unsuccessful despite notable accomplishments and challenges listeners to redefine success by recognizing often-overlooked achievements and personal growth. The episode encourages listeners to focus on…
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61: Women at the Top: Strategies for Professional Growth and Organizational Inclusion
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38:29In this episode, I speak with Sonja Aboulez, the Executive Vice President of the Parcel Business at Austrian Post (Österreichische Post AG) She shares her journey from her early days at IBM to spearheading transformational initiatives for numerous multinational organizations. We explore the challenges women face in leadership, including those they …
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60: LinkedIn Secrets for Professional Women to Transform Your Network in Just 10 Minutes a Day
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6:36Host Sharon Ehrlich explores LinkedIn's transformative power for professional women in this episode. She shares personal experiences demonstrating how regular engagement on the platform can create unexpected opportunities such as partnerships, collaborations, and new connections. Sharon offers practical tips to enhance your LinkedIn presence, inclu…
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Forget Your Niche: How to Find and "Own Your Expertise" to Stand Out In Your Industry with Humaira Akhter
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13:09Do you struggle with the pressure to niche down, feeling like you’re supposed to be an expert in just one area? You’re not alone. Many high-level professionals wrestle with "expert syndrome," doubting their expertise and sticking to what feels safe. Each episode of the Own Your Lane® Personal Branding Podcast highlights one of the four steps of the…
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59: CEO of Austrian Airlines on Authenticity, Transparency, and Organizational Culture
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31:58In this episode of the Living While Leading podcast, host Sharon Ehrlich engages in a compelling conversation with Annette Mann, CEO of Austrian Airlines. The discussion centers on authentic leadership, particularly during challenging times. Annette shares her insights on maintaining authenticity and transparency within an organization, drawing fro…
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58: Craft Your Success Blueprint: A 7-Day Challenge
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7:00In this episode of "Living While Leading," host Sharon Ehrlich introduces the 7-Day Define Your Success Challenge, a transformative tool for women at various career stages. Sharon shares her journey of aligning career goals with core values, emphasizing the importance of strategic decision-making and mentorship. The challenge guides listeners throu…
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57: Break the 'One More Thing' Habit to Elevate Your Executive Mindset
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5:45Unlock the secrets to effective leadership in this Living While Leading Podcast episode! Explore the "one more thing" mindset that often challenges women executives. Discover practical strategies for navigating workplace pressures, enhancing work-life balance, and fostering resilience. Tune in for expert insights that empower you to thrive in your …
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How to Be Confident On Camera and Nail Your Presentation: A Former TV Anchor Spills Industry Secrets + Free Course for You
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28:38There's no escaping this truth: People assume you're a leader when you're a strong communicator, speak well, and present well. And they're much likelier to listen to you and buy into your ideas when you're confident and compelling. That's why honing your skills is critical to being confident on video — whether it's a presentation on Zoom, speaking …
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56: Strategies for Women to Take Control and Achieve Their Goals and OWN THE ROOM
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29:52In this episode of the "Living While Leading" podcast, host Sharon Ehrlich takes the spotlight as a guest on Michelle B. Griffin's "Standout Women Live" show. Sharon shares her insights on the empowering concept of "owning the room," a framework designed to help women take control of their time and strategically pursue their goals. The discussion c…
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How to Find Clarity and "Own Your Lane" of Opportunity, Impact and Profit With Tanya Windman
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18:38Welcome to another episode where we spotlight female experts, founders, and entrepreneurs who are building their visibility, personal brands and thought leadership. Today, I'm highlighting one of my clients, Tanya Windman, who shares her journey of leaving corporate to launch her new consultancy, Windy & Co. Like Tanya, you may be interested in lau…
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55: 5 Powerful Strategies for Professional Women to Overcome the Need to Please
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7:02In this episode of Living While Leading, host Sharon Ehrlich explores the pervasive issue of people-pleasing among high-performing professional women. She explores the cultural conditioning that drives this behavior and its detrimental effects on authenticity and career progression and offers five actionable strategies to break free from the cycle …
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How to Love Networking and Marketing Yourself As An Introvert with Brenda Meller
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27:40Don't let being an "introvert" keep you from getting visible and marketing your business. News flash: it's a self-limiting belief that's stopping you from greater opportunities. The good news is that many standout women experts and entrepreneurs are highly successful, and this doesn't stop them, including Brenda Meller, founder of Meller Marketing.…
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54: How High-Performing Women Can Navigate Maternity Leave & Empower Their Career Transition
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9:24In this episode of "Living While Leading," host Sharon Ehrlich, a performance and empowerment coach for high-performing professional women, explores the complexities of navigating pregnancy and career transitions. Tune in for practical advice and effective communication strategies for expecting and returning mothers, addressing common challenges an…
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How to Define Your Niche for Your Personal Brand and Uniquely Stand Out With Natalie Hales
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26:44Is it hard to communicate what you do so the right people notice? Are you tired of missing out on opportunities and clients that you deserve? Join host Michelle B Griffin and guest Natalie Hales, a brand strategist for financial advisors, for this deep dive on niche positioning your personal brand to stand out in a crowded field. Learn how Natalie …
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53: Building Confidence: A Leader’s Approach to Empowerment
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28:45In this Living While Leading podcast episode, host Sharon Ehrlich explores overcoming imposter syndrome with guest Alex Gaudiani, Vice President of Global Marketing for Medtronic's Cardiac Surgery Operating Unit. Alex shares her journey, discussing societal and cultural factors contributing to imposter syndrome, and offers strategies for balancing …
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How to Premium Position Yourself for Next-Level Visibility Opportunities With Shari Biery
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19:58Welcome to another episode where we spotlight female experts, founders, and entrepreneurs who are building their visibility, personal brands, and thought leadership. Today, I'm highlighting one of my clients, Shari Biery, who shares her journey to uplevel herself and her business by getting more premium positioned to set herself apart in the health…
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52: Public Speaking Tips Every Professional Woman Should Know
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28:03In this Living While Leading podcast episode, host Sharon Ehrlich welcomes Carol Cox, founder and CEO of Speaking Your Brand. They discuss the importance of discovering and embracing your authentic voice, whether in the workplace or on a larger stage. Carol shares her journey from technology and politics to founding her coaching company, emphasizin…
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How to Guest On LinkedIn Live Stream Shows and Skyrocket Your Visibility: A Step-by-Step Guide With Gillian Whitney
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29:22Guesting on LinkedIn livestream shows is one of the fastest ways to skyrocket your visibility and authority on the business platform of a billion professionals. It's an untapped publicity channel with numerous benefits and opportunities that can boost your brand and business. This week's episode will walk you through the do's and don'ts and fast-tr…
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51: Professional Women Can Master Assertive Speech Without Saying Sorry
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9:12In this episode of "Living While Leading," host Sharon Ehrlich discusses the common practice of over-apologizing among women executives. Discover how frequent apologies can erode confidence and authority in the workplace. Explore the underlying reasons for excessive apologizing and gain practical strategies for transforming apologies into assertive…
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How to Launch a Niche Podcast for Your Personal Brand: A Checklist to Get Started With Traci DeForge
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16:39Are you considering launching a podcast to boost your visibility, brand, and thought leadership? What high-level considerations, trends, and updates are needed before you launch? Join host Michelle B Griffin and podcast expert Traci DeForge, founder of Produce. Your Podcast, as we discuss what's needed to launch your show and what's not in the crit…
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50: AI or Unemployment: The Stark Choice Facing Women Leaders
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29:31In this episode Sharon Ehrlich, Founder & CEO of Living While Leading, engages in a compelling conversation with Dominique Rose Van-Winther, CEO and Chief AI Evangelist of Final Upgrade. They explore the critical topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on women leaders. Dominique shares her insights on the gender gap in AI adoption, em…
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How to Charge Your Worth, Quit Underselling Yourself and Make More Money As a Women Expert Entrepreneur with Chella Diaz
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34:09Here's a hard truth: Women Entrepreneurs >>> You are underpaid... it’s time to charge your value. Those are the exact words from this week's guest, Chella Diaz, who's on the same mission: to help women entrepreneurs become visible, get highly paid, and create the businesses and lives they desire and deserve. Learn the 3 Steps to Increase Your Fees …
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49: Balancing Tech with Purpose: Insights from Siemens Austria’s CEO
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26:58In this episode of the "Living while Leading" podcast, host Sharon Ehrlich, an executive coach, engages in a compelling conversation with Patricia Neumann, CEO of Siemens Austria. Patricia shares her journey from studying economics to leading a major tech company, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, passion, and purpose in technology. She disc…
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How this Female Founder Is Building Her Personal Brand Growing Two Successful New Businesses With Brittany Perez
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24:57Welcome to another episode where we spotlight female experts, founders, and entrepreneurs who are building their visibility, personal brands and thought leadership. Today, I'm highlighting one of my clients, Brittany Perez, a nurse practitioner with a doctorate in clinical nursing, who shares her journey of launching two successful businesses and g…
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48: Top Strategies for Women Executives to Overcome Personal and Perceived Limits
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27:47In this episode, Belinda Jurisic and Sharon Ehrlich dive deep into their experiences and insights on navigating career growth and leadership roles as women in the tech industry. Belinda shares her personal journey, highlighting the sacrifices she made along the way, such as moving to Singapore for her career. They discuss the importance of resilien…
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Finding The Brand Inside of You (for Fast Results) With Leigh Maneri
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33:13It's another series spotlighting female experts and entrepreneurs building their visibility, personal brands, and thought leadership. This week's episode features a recent client, Leigh Maneri, who shares her journey on finding the brand inside you, digging deep, connecting all the dots with all that makes you you, and getting out there with your g…
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47: Challenges and Opportunities for Men in Supporting Women's Leadership
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23:25This episode is a recording of a live broadcast of the Living While Leading Podcast. In this episode Sharon discusses the challenges and opportunities for men in supporting women's leadership and development with her guest, Ross McLean, Vice President of Aiven, a Finnish software start-up company. They talk about personal experiences and strategies…
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46: Women Leaders Can Overcome AI Hesitation & Seize Opportunities for Growth
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7:10Join in as we explore the emotional and practical challenges that female executives face in integrating AI into their businesses. Despite AI's omnipresence in today's digital world, many leaders express a mix of curiosity and concern, feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to adapt to AI-driven strategies. Sharon discusses why AI, despite its vast cap…
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How to Confidently Pitch (and Get Accepted) On Podcasts: The Step-By-Step Process With Podcast Publicity Expert Alice Draper
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25:37Ready for PR to raise your visibility and authority in your field? Podcasts are one of the best ways to get in front of other audiences to share your message and expertise. If you're new to podcast publicity, this episode will share the exact process for getting your pitches accepted. Podcast publicity expert Alice Draper, founder of Hustinling Wri…
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45: 15 Crucial Life and Career Lessons I'd Tell My Younger Self
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8:04This episode reflects on past lessons and is packed with actionable advice for women looking to enhance their professional and personal growth. These 15 lessons are crafted to inspire and challenge you to think differently about your journey. Here’s a peek at what you’ll discover: Learn why striving for progress rather than perfection is more fulfi…
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44: How Women Executives Define Success on Their Own Terms
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9:07Share in the transformative journey of my career from a hospital director in New York to a leader in the IT industry in Europe. I discuss the unique challenges and triumphs of adapting to a new culture and the critical importance of self-reflection for female leaders. Hear how after relocating to Europe, I reinvented my career path multiple times, …
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How To Land Media & Speaking Opportunities Fast: The Power of a Clear Brand Message With Sarah Anto
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30:58It's another episode spotlighting female experts and entrepreneurs building their personal brands and thought leadership. This week we're featuring Sarah Anto, MBA, CPA, a consultant who empowers female founders preparing to launch their startups. Ready to launch her consultancy, Sarah had all the expertise but lacked a clear, confident, and cohesi…
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43: Balancing Kindness with Clarity for Effective Leadership
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26:55Dive into the intricacies of leadership with a focus on the crucial balance between kindness and clarity. Discover effective communication strategies that foster both respect and directness. Explore the definition of kindness and clarity in leadership and how their integration is essential for impactful leadership. Get insights on maintaining kindn…
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42: Stop the Silence and Gracefully Respond to Misogyny in Your Professional Life
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7:22This episode explores the persistent issue of misogyny and sexism that women face in their professional lives. Listen in for a powerful reminder of the importance of using your voice to combat sexism in the workplace. Discover key strategies for women executives to effectively address and navigate misogyny, ensuring your contributions are valued an…
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How to Find Clarity and Become a Category of One for Your Expert Business with Julie Ciardi
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30:45As a woman in business, we all have moments when we are confused about the next big thing and seek professional clarity to get to the next level for more visibility, authority, and industry opportunities. But how and where do you REALLY find it? This week's guest, Julie Ciardi, shares her clarity vs. confusion reframe and how it impacted her expert…
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41: How to Reframe Setback, Accept No, and Get to Yes!
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26:22Sharon and her guest, Ann Jameson an executive at a Fortune 50 company discuss the importance of adaptability in navigating setbacks. Listen in for: Insights on how resilience and adaptability can help propel someone forward in their leadership path. The importance of adaptability when faced with a setback. Techniques for supporting team members wh…
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40: Empowering Strategies for Women Executives to Harness Their Unique Identities for Success
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7:28In this enlightening episode you’ll explore the complexities of being the singular representative of your identity in professional settings - the isolation, the heightened scrutiny, and the unintended role of being a spokesperson for an entire group. We’ll discuss the empowering aspects of being the 'only one,' from offering fresh perspectives to f…
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How This Female Founder Got Traction for Her Nonprofit Marketing Consultancy With Better Positioning and Messaging With Catrina Ossmann
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24:25It's another episode spotlighting women in business, sharing exactly how they're building their personal brands. This week's guest is Catrina Ossmann, a nonprofit marketing leader and founder of Clever Ideas Marketing. As a previous client, Catrina shares her struggles of not being well positioned, having an audience that is too broad, and feeling …
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