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820: How to Network and Build Authentic Connections with WomenTech Network Founder Anna Radulovski

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Release Date: 03/30/2025

824: Written in the Waters Author Tara Roberts on Diving into History, Discovering Your Purpose & Following the Unconventional Path show art 824: Written in the Waters Author Tara Roberts on Diving into History, Discovering Your Purpose & Following the Unconventional Path

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What an absolute JOY it was to reconnect with my sister-friend and former colleague from our Essence magazine days, the brilliant storyteller and explorer Tara Roberts! 🧡 Tara is someone I’ve admired for decades—not only for her sharp editorial mind and deep heart, but also for her fearless pursuit of meaningful storytelling. And in this conversation, we dive (pun intended!) into her latest transformational journey—literally and spiritually—as a National Geographic Explorer and author of the gorgeous memoir "Written in the Waters." Tara takes us behind the scenes of how a visit to...

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823: How to Face Your Fears, Be Resilient and Begin Again with Immigration Attorney Gina Diaz show art 823: How to Face Your Fears, Be Resilient and Begin Again with Immigration Attorney Gina Diaz

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In this inspiring episode of Support is Sexy, host Elayne Fluker speaks with Gina Diaz — immigration and real estate attorney, entrepreneur, cancer survivor, and advocate for women’s empowerment. From being deported twice as a child before finally settling in the U.S., to becoming a single mother at 19, to beating ovarian cancer in her early 30s, Gina’s journey is a testament to resilience and fearless reinvention. She opens up about the emotional toll of her experiences, the strength she found in her faith and family, and the power of choosing gratitude over self-pity. Now one of...

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822: How to Overcome Complex Shame with Dr. Zoe Shaw show art 822: How to Overcome Complex Shame with Dr. Zoe Shaw

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On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, I speak to my brilliant friend Dr. Zoe Shaw, author of the upcoming book—Stronger in the Difficult Places—about what she calls Complex Shame. Dr. Zoe defines Complex Shame as "a hidden emotional wound many women carry from childhood or relational trauma." Dr. Zoe Shaw is a licensed psychotherapist, motivational speaker, podcast host of Stronger In The Difficult Places, relationship coach and fitness fanatic. She is a mom to 5, and is passionate about helping women overcome complex shame and find strength in difficult relationships, including...

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821: How to Deal with a Difficult Boss show art 821: How to Deal with a Difficult Boss

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As an executive coach, speaker and facilitator of leadership development workshops, I lean into my specialty around Soft Skills -- which are non-technical skills such as empathy, emotional intelligence, adaptability and resilience -- and teach on the topic in diffferent forums.  One place I teach is as an instructor is on LinkedIn, where I have over 78,000 followers and where one of my courses on "How to Deal with a Difficult Boss" has surged to over 15,000 students in the past couple of weeks. I have lots of theories on why that surge is happening (long story short: folks are...

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820: How to Network and Build Authentic Connections with WomenTech Network Founder Anna Radulovski show art 820: How to Network and Build Authentic Connections with WomenTech Network Founder Anna Radulovski

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Anna Radulovski is author of Chief in Tech: How Women Are Breaking the Silicon Ceiling and Leading with Impact and she is the Founder and CEO of WomenTech Network — a global community with 150,000 members across 179 countries. WomenTech Network provides mentorship, career development, and networking opportunities connecting women with industry leaders at top companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and IBM. Anna also hosts host the Women in Tech Global Conference and the Chief in Tech Summit, which is coming up on May 20, 2025. The summit brings together thousands of executives and...

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819: So Now What? (And Other Questions During Mass Layoffs) show art 819: So Now What? (And Other Questions During Mass Layoffs)

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Laid off? Worried about being laid off? You are not alone! It's a tough time and we're all experiencing it together. In the first two months of 2025, approximately 221,812 Americans have lost their jobs—a 33% increase compared to the same period in 2024*. These losses are across every sector, from government jobs to the private sector, hitting us all hard. There are no easy answers on when it will end and improve. The uncertainty, the ever-changing workforce and the constant reorgs can lead to stress, anxiety, grief and the looming question: So now what? What should I be doing to prepare...

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818: How to Become an Angel Investor and Do Good While Doing Well with Marcia Dawood show art 818: How to Become an Angel Investor and Do Good While Doing Well with Marcia Dawood

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Marcia Dawood is the author of Do Good While Doing Well and the host of The Angel Next Door Podcast, where she interviews angel investors and helps her listeners learn more how people got started investing in startup companies. Marcia holds investments in over 50 early-stage companies and funds, is a venture partner with and she's a member of , one of the largest angel groups in the US. On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Marcia shares insights on what exactly an angel investor is, why it might be a way for you to support companies that share your values. Plus...

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817: How to Leverage Your Growth Mindset During Uncertainty with Cole Baker-Bagwell show art 817: How to Leverage Your Growth Mindset During Uncertainty with Cole Baker-Bagwell

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Uncertainty -- like change -- is constant. But during certain times in our lives, Growth Mindset Coach Cole Baker-Bagwell says it may be more pronounced. In this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Cole shares how tapping into a growth mindset allows you to be resilient, reinvent and remain open to the possibilities.   Learn more about Cole Baker-Bagwell at

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After taking some time off and navigating many major life changes, I'm excited to be back and doing something I love! Hosting the Support is Sexy podcast and having conversations with incredible women around the world (while reminding you of the importance of embracing support in your life no matter how ambitious you are) is such a joy. I'm grateful to be back and back at it!  Whether you're a new listener or you've been here since the beginning, thank you sincerely. More to come!

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Are you holding something back? Are you staying quiet when there's a part of you aching to speak up? I hope this lesson I recently received about self-expression encourages you to open up, use your voice and find your peace. 

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Anna Radulovski is author of Chief in Tech: How Women Are Breaking the Silicon Ceiling and Leading with Impact and she is the Founder and CEO of WomenTech Network a global community with 150,000 members across 179 countries. WomenTech Network provides mentorship, career development, and networking opportunities connecting women with industry leaders at top companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and IBM.

Anna also hosts host the Women in Tech Global Conference and the Chief in Tech Summit, which is coming up on May 20, 2025. The summit brings together thousands of executives and professionals to discuss leadership, innovation, and diversity in tech.

(GET 15% OFF THE Chief in Tech Summit / Global Conference tickets or annual membership WITH THE CODE: SUPPORTISSEXY at https://shop.womentech.net/

On this episode of the Support is Sexy podcast, Anna and I dive deep into some of the smart and simple ways for you to establish authentic connections — whether you’re connecting for a new job or an investor for your business.

From LinkedIn, to raising your visibility and influence, to power networking through shared values and so much more, there are many different avenues for building your support network.

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Support is Sexy podcast host Elayne Fluker is an ICF-trained Executive Coach for high-performing women who are transitioning to their next level. Her clients have worked for organizations such as Pfizer, Amazon, Expedia, Bain & Company and more. She is creator of Next Level Navigator -- a dynamic 3-month coaching program for women leaders. Elayne is also an author, speaker, and facilitator of leadership development workshops for Fortune 500 companies and organizations. Her LinkedIn Learning courses on soft skills, emotional intelligence and finding the right executive coach have been attended by more than 45,000 students. Click here to get in touch with Elayne.

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So Now What?

Are you a woman who has recently been laid off? Are you worried about being laid off? If so, you are not alone. Layoff anxiety is weighing on the minds of millions of working women. And though hope and prayer offer solace, they are not a substitute for support. You need a community that offers a place where you can be honest about what you're feeling and gain access to experts who can provide guidance to help you navigate these challenging times. 

If this is you and you're wondering what to do next, join my networking and empowerment group: So Now What? at sonowwhat.net

  • Be a part of a supportive community of women
  • Get real about what you're feeling and experiencing at this time.
  • Have access to coaching from me through conversatiosn facilitated within the group.
  • Hear from experts who share crucial insights on topics that matter most to you.
  • Learn tips on how to maintain your mental and physcial weelness, deal with loss, manage stress and more.
  • Participate in virtual events and ask your most pressing questions
  • Weigh in on what kind of support would be most beneficial to you.