Leading Women in Tech Podcast

The glass ceiling concept is well known in the world of work, especially in male-dominated fields like tech. But what about its lesser-known counterpart - the glass microphone?

Many of us have felt the frustration of not being heard or taken seriously, our ideas dismissed before we can fully express them. This glass microphone barrier can hurt our career advancement and lead to stress and burnout. 

Mindful leadership is powerful leadership! 

Let’s talk about the power of mindfulness and how cultivating presence in your leadership will benefit your professional journey. 

In today’s episode, I dive into the important role mindfulness plays in leadership development and elevating your executive presence - and how to cultivate it! I explore how key elements of executive presence such as adap...

If you’re interested in being a leader that promotes a sustainable, enjoyable, and nurturing work environment, prioritizing equity, diversity, and inclusion is a must.

In today’s episode, I invite Jacqui Barrett, CEO of Wider Thinking, to share her inspiring career journey and passion for fostering inclusive workplaces and driving organizational change. We dive into an important discussion on equity divers...

It’s time to shift the narrative, to recognize that being in a perpetual state of hustle isn’t the key to success - it’s a catalyst for burnout. 

In today’s episode, I explore the cost of constant hustle and why, contrary to popular belief, it’s not the path to greatness in your leadership career. Join me as I disprove the myths surrounding overwork and dive into solutions, from realistic goal setting to t...

Let’s talk about the powerful approach to leadership - “Hold, Don’t Carry”.

In this episode, HR veteran turned Executive Coach, Lindsay White, joins me to discuss learning to hold space without shouldering undue burdens and how this skill sets great leaders apart. We dive into the nuances of holding emotional space as a leader, cultivating resilience and stamina by “not carrying”, using lead and lag measur...

Ever found yourself lost in a complex presentation? Maybe you’ve been the presenter and the audience looked a bit confused?

If you want to be an effective senior leader, communicating complex ideas in a simple way is a key skill. 

In this episode, we’re talking about communicating complex ideas with simplicity, the biggest traps to avoid, and the tools and tips to help you overcome this common...

Failure can be a fascinating contributor to our career success or career hurdles - and it’s determined by the way we look at it. 

Let’s talk about failure and learning to look at it differently.

In this week’s episode, I invite recovering investment banker and life coach, Lydia Bai, to discuss failure, how her toxic relationship with achievement impacted her ability to thrive at work, and how ...

Today, I want to share a very special and personal episode with you as I honor my dad and tell you about the powerful impact he had on me and others, and how these leadership lessons can bring insight to your own life and leadership journey. This is a somewhat unusual episode — after all, we don’t normally talk about men on this show. And my Dad was certainly not in Tech! But I hope this episode inspires you with new i...

Do you have dreams that seem out of reach or outside the traditional path your education or experience should lead you?

If you have dreams of being in the boardroom, achieving a senior leadership role, or you’re already there but keep getting shut down or shut out, this episode is for you. 

This week, I invite Financial Capital Executive in HR, Julie Tschida Brown, to talk to us about whether ...

What is workplace trauma, and what can you do about it?

Let’s talk about workplace trauma, how it affects us and our teams, and what organizations and leaders need to know to support themselves and others through it. 

We often associate trauma with more obvious experiences such as car crashes, the loss of a loved one, or something far worse. However, the sad reality is that trauma is a univers...

It’s time for an important discussion about AI and the role we need to be playing in 2024 as women in the tech industry. 

In today’s episode, I invite Sonal Shah, Barclays Vice President, coach, and author of Amazon bestseller “She Chose Tech”, to discuss her non-traditional background and journey to tech and how you can leverage allies, mentors & sponsors to thrive in your tech leadership career. We dive ...

Boundaries underpin our professional success and can determine longevity in our careers. Are yours in the right place?

Let’s talk about personal boundaries for professional success.

In today’s episode, I discuss why developing boundaries is so crucial for our tech careers, what happens when we don’t maintain them, and how to create a boundary toolkit of your own to ensure you’re mitigating bur...

Are you being passive-aggressive at work?

Let’s talk about passive-aggressive behavior and its role in our careers as we grow and develop in our leadership. 

In today’s episode, I discuss examples of passive-aggressive behavior in the workplace, what we need to be doing as leaders to prevent the damage this can cause, and helpful strategies for understanding and navigating this dynamic in your...

Are you walking in your full color at work?

Let’s talk about embracing your differences as a woman in tech!

In today’s episode, I invite Vice President and Digital Business Transformation Leader, Shikha Bajaj, to talk to us about “owning your color” and how you can show up as who you really are at work (and succeed and thrive while doing it). We dive into mentorship, breaking barriers, and lif...

Is there something holding you back from getting your company off the ground?

Let’s talk about the startup dream and how to make it a reality!

In today’s episode, I invite HR Consultant Amy Cell to share her wisdom on all things startups! We dive into the KEY considerations if you’re considering your first startup, identifying your fears (and how to avoid them from stopping you), and setting y...

The job hunt has changed, my love.

If you’re looking for a job in 2024, it might be time for an action plan specific to today’s market to set you apart from the competition. 

Let’s talk about what you need to know to succeed in your job hunt this year!

In this episode, I’m sharing the 7 most critical mistakes to avoid in the 2024 job market to make sure you get what you want and d...

As a business leader, I embrace failure. I encourage my team to try new things and learn from their mistakes. But when does this strategy stop working?

Can failure truly be BAD for business?

Let’s talk about the culture of “fail fast” and if your business or career is paying too high a cost for failure. 

In this episode, I invite Debbie Lovett, MBA and CFO of Delta CX, to challeng...

January offers a unique opportunity for a fresh start beyond personal resolutions, my love. 

Let’s talk about making a strategic and transformative annual plan for your professional journey!

In today’s episode, I want to help you take advantage of the “fresh start effect” and give you the tools you need to plan for your professional future as a visionary woman in tech. Whether you’re planning ...

How can we help to break the barriers between underrepresented groups and executive leadership?

Let’s talk about the importance of the open door. 

In today’s episode, I invite CEO, author, and speaker, Trina Martin, to share her experience as a founder, woman of color, and champion for changing the future of leadership. We discuss people pleasing, scarcity mindset, and how we can break barrier...