Future Female Leaders

Future Female Leaders

The Future Female Leaders Podcast helps create more female leaders in the workplace. If you are working in an entry level role and are preparing for future growth opportunities, this podcast is for you. Future Female Leaders topics consist of building confidence, improving communication skills, becoming more self aware, learning how to proactively network, and expanding your mindset to best prepare you for that future leadership role. Let's get you promoted! Nichole Harrop is a Women's Leadership + Career Coach. She started at a call center in an entry level role and built her career from there without a college degree. Nichole was turned down for promotions many times before she was offered a leadership position and has led teams in different organizations from well established companies to new tech start ups for over 10 years.

Episodes

June 18, 2025 17 mins

🎙️ Episode Summary:
In this candid solo episode, Nichole opens up about her own experience with imposter syndrome—including why she hesitated to hit “record” after a few months away from the mic. From putting off speaking engagements to doubting her podcasting consistency, Nichole reflects on the internal dialogue so ma...

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In this episode, Nichole Harrop dives into the practice of selecting a Word of the Year to guide personal and professional growth. She shares her own process of choosing the word Momentum for 2025 and how it aligns with her goals. Nichole also offers practical tips for selecting a word, incorporating accountability, and using AI tools to brainstorm meaningful options.

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Nichole Harrop chats with co-worker Lauren Cohen about her incredible journey through nearly four decades in the tech industry. From programming on mainframes in the '80s to embracing cutting-edge AI and modern workplace technologies, Lauren shares her insights on staying adaptable and thriving in an ever-changing field.

Lauren discusses how she navigated major transitions in technolog...

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Nichole chats with Amy Spurling, the CEO and Founder of Compt, about the power of leading with boundaries. Amy shares her personal journey of founding Compt at 40 after a successful career as a CFO and COO in the tech industry. She explains how Compt's global lifestyle benefits platform supports employees in a personalized way, empowering companies to meet their team members where they are in their life journeys.

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In this episode, Nichole Harrop chats with career coach Andrea Yacub Macek to discuss navigating career uncertainty and creating strategies for your next career move. Andrea shares her personal journey, including how she transitioned from pursuing a medical career to climbing the corporate ladder, and finally finding her passion in helping women discover career alignment.

Andrea and Nichole dive into topics like:

  • How to recogn...
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In this episode, Nichole Harrop sits down with Heather Nemelka, a single mother of five who re-entered the workforce after an 18-year break. Heather shares her inspiring journey of navigating career pivots, regaining confidence, and launching her own business, Elevare, to help women—especially single mothers—return to the workforce.

Heather discusses the challenges she faced...

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In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, Nichole Harrop discusses what to do after not being promoted to a leadership role. Nichole offers insights into the emotional and strategic steps you can take to turn the experience into an opportunity for growth. Whether the role was filled by an external or internal hire, Nichole shares advice on how to navigate the situation with grace, support the new leader, and continue yo...

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June 28, 2024 27 mins

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In this special milestone episode, Nichole Harrop reflects on the journey of creating and growing the Future Female Leaders podcast. Nichole shares her experiences, challenges, and accomplishments over the past five years, celebrating the podcast's 250th episode. She discusses the importance of celebrating milestones, the evolution of her podcasting skills, and the...

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In this episode, Nichole Harrop reflects on her past approach to career growth and shares how she wishes she had focused more on holistic growth rather than just climbing the corporate ladder. She discusses the importance of celebrating each step of the journey and offers practical advice for maintaining a balanced and fulfilling career trajectory.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Car...
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Episode Highlights:

  • Importance of Building a Personal Brand:

    • Focus on LinkedIn, but also applicable in general.
    • Creating a personal brand helps in career growth and visibility.
  • Reminder:

    • Check the link in the show notes for career growth resources.
    • The Career Growth Guide is a valuable tool to complement building your brand.
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Topics/Questions discussed:

How can someone in an entry level role recognize that they might need to help their leader to become more of a coach?

What is a good way to go about changing the structure of a helpful 1:1?

What can you do if you are trying to make changes to your 1:1 structure and it’s not goi...

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February 15, 2024 6 mins

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Key Points:

  • Importance of knowing your boss's expectations, especially if aiming for growth or leadership.
  • Metrics such as customer satisfaction, quality scores, attendance, and meeting punctuality can be key.
  • Tailor your approach to meet your leader's priorities.
  • Ask your leader what they need from you today to endorse your future growt...
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February 6, 2024 9 mins

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Episode Highlights

  • Networking and Personal Growth:

    • Grace shares her journey of starting to post on LinkedIn despite feeling unprepared initially.
    • Nichole emphasizes the importance of networking and supportive connections in personal and professional growth.
  • Overcoming Fear and Taking Action:

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This week Nichole shares an episode where she was a guest on The Thinking Project Podcast, hosted by Dalton Jensen. 

Key Takeaways:

  1. Common Leadership Pitfalls:

    • A good boss avoids deflecting blame and takes ownership of team success.
    • They actively engage in one-on-one meetings and recognize their importance for team growth.
    • Avoid making quick assumptions and judgments about team members. Encourage diverse opinions.
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1: Deciding on Your Career Path

  • Nichole reflects on her own experience working for a well-established company and the importance of considering long-term growth.
  • Discusses her transition to a startup, which proved to be a better fit for her career goals.
  • Advises listeners to think carefully about the company they work for, even in entry-level positi...
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It's not about how long you've been doing something, but when you maintain that commitment, especially when life throws you off course.

Episode Highlights

  • Consistency in All Aspects of Life: Consistency is a fundamental element in your work life, home life, hobbies, passions, and relationships. It's a universal principle that applies to all areas of your life.

  • The Challenge of Consistency: There are moments when maintaini...

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In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, host Nichole Harrop interviews Cecily Jorgensen, a marketing professional who shares her journey of transitioning from a background in vocal performance to a successful career in marketing. Cecily highlights her professional growth, personal interests, and how her passion for leadership drives her.

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1. The Power of Cycle-Aware Scheduling:Dashboard

  • Nichole talks about her approach to scheduling tasks based on her menstrual cycle, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and proactive planning.
  • The conversation touches on the shift from a reactive to a proactive mindset, giving control back to women.

2. Understanding Your Men...

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