She was told she couldn’t lead. Now she coaches leaders.
In this powerful episode of the Hero Up Podcast, I sit down with leadership coach Monika Malan, founder of She Leads Boldly, to discuss how women can step into leadership with confidence, without burning out or compromising their values.
With over 18 years in corporate leadership, Monika has seen it all: imposter syndrome, gender bias, toxic cultures, and self-doubt. She’s lived it, led through it, and now she’s on a mission to help other women rise on their own terms.
In this conversation, we cover:
How to overcome self-doubt and find your voice as a female leader
Whether you're new to leadership or coaching others yourself, this episode is packed with insight, real talk, and practical wisdom.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
04:13 Leadership Journey and Mentorship
06:37 Navigating Challenges in IT Leadership
09:09 Company Culture and Gender Dynamics
11:42 Difficult Decisions and Leadership Mistakes
13:39 Coaching Philosophy and Supporting Women
16:18 Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt
18:39 Aligning Values with Career Choices
21:23 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence
24:00 Conclusion and Future Aspirations
36:49 Revolutionary Insights on Women's Health and Leadership
40:26 Setting Boundaries to Prevent Burnout
44:23 Balancing Career and Family Responsibilities
50:39 Lessons in Patience and Empowerment from Parenting
54:59 Navigating Corporate Values and Personal Integrity
59:27 Ideal Clients and the Ripple Effect of Coaching
01:01:16 Valuable Lessons from Mentees
01:05:22 Advice to My Younger Self
01:08:10 Being a Hero to Young Women
Want to connect with Monika?
Website: https://www.sheleadsboldly.com
Take her free quiz: https://www.sheleadsboldly.com/quiz
Follow Monika on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monikamalan
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