Leading Women in Tech Podcast
A podcast discussing how to create the next generation of women leaders in the tech industry, helping you succeed on your terms and being the leader you want to be. On this podcast, we explore the techniques, tips and strategies you can use to become a standout leader. To give you the time and credibility to focus on what you love doing instead of justifying yourself every moment along the way. I’ll be sharing with you my best insights designed to make success not just simple, but inevitable. Whether you are on your way to the CSuite, an emerging leader or a budding Entrepreneur, this is the podcast you need to become a Lit-Up Leader and turn your tech passion into the career you love. For free online resources for your tech leadership journey go to: https://tonicollis.com/
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205: Vulnerability in Leadership: Breaking Down Barriers
06/18/2024
205: Vulnerability in Leadership: Breaking Down Barriers
Do you want to boost team productivity, retention, and innovation while fostering an environment where your team feels comfortable being their authentic selves? Let’s talk about embracing vulnerability in leadership and how this openness can help you create stronger connections with your team and peers. In this episode, I dive into the critical role of vulnerability in demonstrating a strong executive presence and fostering genuine connections within your teams. I explore what it truly means to be vulnerable, ways you can embrace more openness in your leadership, and how giving yourself and your team permission to be vulnerable will lead to a stronger work environment. I dive into: The power of vulnerability as a leadership skill Vulnerability client stories: making mistakes & work/life balance The harm of inauthentic vulnerability Balancing vulnerability and authority as women in leadership How vulnerability can help you avoid the cycle of stress and burnout Reframing vulnerability as a strength: self-compassion & boundary setting 2 actions to help you start building your authentic vulnerability TODAY And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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204: Bounce-Back-Ability: Mastering the Art of Resilience as a Leader with Angie Read
06/11/2024
204: Bounce-Back-Ability: Mastering the Art of Resilience as a Leader with Angie Read
In this episode, I have the privilege of speaking with Angie Read, a remarkable woman who spent 25 years in corporate communications, navigating the complexities of big tech and other industries. Known for her extraordinary resilience, Angie faced a life-altering challenge at 46 when she suffered a massive ischemic stroke. Despite her determination to return to work after just a few months of rehab, Angie found herself battling debilitating anxiety and depression. Join us as Angie bravely revisits her journey through a career that lacked fulfillment, her mental health crisis after her stroke, and how she navigated being laid off. She sheds light on recognizing the signs of a physical or mental health crisis, understanding the true cost of perfectionism, and why it shouldn't be worn as a badge of honor. Ready to learn how Angie transformed her adversities into a powerful story of resilience and discover valuable lessons on managing stress, anxiety, and perfectionism in leadership? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Angie’s career journey including the story of her stroke and how it ignited her passion for helping stroke survivors reclaim their confidence The intense anxiety and depression she faced upon returning to work and her subsequent disability leave due to mental health Angie’s biggest lessons around career success and identity Mental health & resilience: health crisis prevention and recovery Strategies for managing stress and “the superwoman complex” Returning to work: emotional regulation and cultivating a leadership brand And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest Angie Read: W: LinkedIn: FB: Angie’s current read: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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203: Redefining Success Beyond the Quantity of Work
06/04/2024
203: Redefining Success Beyond the Quantity of Work
Do you feel you must work crazy hours to get the recognition you deserve? It’s time to redefine success beyond the quantity of work! In this episode, I discuss the barrier of the traditional success model, the major pitfalls of quantity over quality, and how you can shift your mindset to redefine success for yourself and your team. I dive into boundary setting, redefining success metrics, and how to escape the burnout cycle by prioritizing high-impact tasks, celebrating wins, and coaching your team to work proactively vs. reactively. Ready to find success in the quality of your work and the impact you’re making? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: The pitfalls of the traditional success model: prioritizing quantity over quality at work Coaching yourself and your team through the shift from reactive mode to proactive mode How the focus on quantity and presenteeism leads to burnout Client case study: from burnout and a possible layoff to a fulfilled VP of Engineering Building a strategy for prioritizing tasks, saying NO, and celebrating wins And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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202: Hacking Your Brain: The Neuroscience of Being a Great Leader with Dr. Hayley Nelson
05/28/2024
202: Hacking Your Brain: The Neuroscience of Being a Great Leader with Dr. Hayley Nelson
Let’s talk neuroscience (and leadership, of course)! Join me for this enlightening conversation with Dr. Hayley Nelson, a passionate neuroscientist and professor, who dives deep into the intricacies of how our brains operate and the neuroscience of being a great leader. In this episode, Dr. Hayley shares her personal journey, detailing how overcoming a traumatic experience led her to pursue a career in neuroscience, despite having other early ambitions. We discuss the difference between the brain and the mind, how to rewire our brains to change our outlook, and embracing resistance as a crucial part of creating lasting change in mindset or habits. We dive into the mindset of optimism vs. toxic positivity, instilling an effective mindset in your team, productivity insights from a neuroscience perspective, and embracing & managing neurodivergent team members. Ready to learn how neuroscience can transform your approach to leadership and personal growth? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Dr. Hayley’s journey to becoming a neuroscientist professor A look at negativity from the neuroscience perspective Leading through challenges: optimism vs. toxic positivity The neuroscience behind effective mindset Her advice for encouraging an effective mindset in your team Productivity & motivation in the workplace Embracing and managing neurodivergence and individuality in your team members And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Dr. Hayley Nelson: for a special discounted price of Stress and the Brain Course (I'm also on TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter) If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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201: Negotiating Your Worth: Salary, Recognition, and Opportunities
05/21/2024
201: Negotiating Your Worth: Salary, Recognition, and Opportunities
It’s time to seek the rewards you deserve! Let’s talk about negotiation - a core skill essential for your career success. In this episode, I dive into useful strategies for negotiating your worth and how to own your value regarding salary, recognition, and advancement opportunities. I discuss my top tips for negotiating compensation, handling job offers (counter and multiple), and positioning yourself for advancement. But it’s not just the practical tools you need, we’ll dive into the mindset around owning your value, understanding your limits, and overcoming the specific negotiation challenges faced by women in tech, ensuring you can advocate effectively for the compensation and opportunities you deserve. Ready for the actionable tips to help you reach your next salary goal or dream role? It’s time to understand your worth and master the art of negotiation. Let’s go to the show! I dive into: Practical strategies for negotiating salary for a new role - or the raise you deserve! A simple, but essential TIP to help you negotiate your worth Considering immediate & long-term goals in your negotiations Navigating recognition and advancement opportunities Effectively handling job offers: counter offers, rejections & multiple offers The mindset of negotiation: exploring your limits and owning your value And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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200: Celebrating Women in Tech, Beating the Burnout, and Letting Go of Needing to Be Like the Men in the Room with Lindsay Kulzer, Allison Williams, and Jennifer Peters
05/14/2024
200: Celebrating Women in Tech, Beating the Burnout, and Letting Go of Needing to Be Like the Men in the Room with Lindsay Kulzer, Allison Williams, and Jennifer Peters
Ready to dive into the empowering journeys of three extraordinary women in tech? In today’s episode, I invite three amazing women I have the honor of supporting to dive into their experiences, insights, and triumphs through the lens of executive coaching. Lindsay, Allison, and Jennifer candidly share their motivations for seeking executive coaching, its transformative impact on their professional development, and powerful career lessons around overcoming imposter syndrome, burnout, gender bias, and more. We explore the pivotal moments that led them to join The Lit Up Leadership Academy, the biggest successes they've achieved, and the one thing they wish they had known about themselves a decade ago. Join us to uncover the importance of embracing one's identity, confronting self-doubt, and cultivating resilience in the face of adversity - you don’t want to miss these valuable leadership insights & strategies! We dive into: The highlights and lowlights from their three incredible tech careers Why they joined the Lit Up Leadership Academy Some of their biggest academy successes: empathy, celebration, and finding alignment Effectively dealing with imposter syndrome and self-doubt in career transition Lessons on kindness and empathy in leadership, pushing tech boundaries, and external validation And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s amazing women in tech guests: Lindsay Kulzer: Jen Peters: Allison Williams: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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199: From Glass Ceiling to Glass Microphone: How Women Can Break Through Communication Barriers in Tech Leadership
05/07/2024
199: From Glass Ceiling to Glass Microphone: How Women Can Break Through Communication Barriers in Tech Leadership
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. Let’s talk about how you can break through this communication barrier in your tech leadership! In today’s episode, I explore how to recognize the presence of the glass microphone and why honing your communication skills is crucial as a woman in tech. From strategies for thinking on your feet to navigating gender biases in communication, I give you practical tips to break the glass microphone and ensure you are heard at work. I dive into: How to know if you are dealing with a glass microphone Gender biases in communication and why you need to make sure to “take the credit” in your career The 3 KEYS to breaking the glass microphone Communication must-haves for women in tech: tailoring communication, my “think on your feet” formula, and more! **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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198: Mindfulness in Leadership: Cultivating Presence
04/30/2024
198: Mindfulness in Leadership: Cultivating Presence
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 adaptability, strategic vision, and confident communication can be improved through mindfulness, and the practical steps you can take toward more presence in these areas to become a more mindful leader. Ready to use mindfulness to elevate your executive presence and transform your leadership? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: How to improve your leadership & executive presence through mindfulness The elements of executive presence and how mindfulness plays a role in each Learning to deal with negative/constructive feedback in a better way The practical steps you can take to become a more mindful leader One of the MOST important, but underrated, tools of a leader And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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197: Getting Started With Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with Jacqui Barrett
04/23/2024
197: Getting Started With Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with Jacqui Barrett
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 diversity and inclusion (EDI) and share actionable insights on creating nurturing work environments, implementing strategies like flexible working arrangements to promote diversity, and overcoming burnout as we strive to apply EDI in our careers. Ready to explore why EDI is essential for organizational success and leave inspired to build a more inclusive and equitable workplace? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Jacqui’s career journey and her story of experiencing cronyism Practical insights for creating more equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environments Flexible working as a gateway to more diversity in the workplace The important difference between equity and equality Tips for overcoming burnout while championing EDI initiatives And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Jacqui Barrett: E: W: LinkedIn: Jaciqui’s current read: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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196: The Cost of Constant Hustle: Avoiding Burnout in Leadership
04/16/2024
196: The Cost of Constant Hustle: Avoiding Burnout in Leadership
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 the importance of delegation and healthy boundaries. Ready for the actionable leadership steps you can take to combat burnout and foster a healthier, more sustainable work environment? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: The high cost of constant hustle culture Debunking the myths around the culture of overwork and hustle The consequences of dismissing downtime and self-care Signs and symptoms of burnout in your leadership Practical strategies for preventing hustle and burnout And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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195: Hold Don’t Carry with Lindsay White
04/09/2024
195: Hold Don’t Carry with Lindsay White
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 measures effectively, and the roles accountability and delegation hold within the "Hold, Don't Carry" paradigm. Join us for our top tips on how to implement this approach with self-care and empathy and an insightful discussion on how this leadership skill can uplevel your executive presence. We dive into: How to use the “Hold, Don’t Carry” approach to uplevel your executive leadership A breakdown of what it means to “hold” effectively as a leader How to cultivate resilience and stamina by “not carrying” The roles of accountability and delegation in the “Hold, Don’t Carry” approach TOP TIPS to help you practice this skill as an executive leader And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Lindsay: W: LinkedIn: IG: Lindsay’s current read: Listen to Lindsay’s previous episode, Are You Bragging on Your Resumé?: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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194: Speaking Up: Communicating Complex Ideas Simply
04/02/2024
194: Speaking Up: Communicating Complex Ideas Simply
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 leadership hurdle. Ready to make sure your words are hitting the mark? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: How to simplify complex ideas for effective communication Avoiding communication breakdowns in the workplace Mistaking complexity for competence (“sounding clever”) Effective communication across different fields 6 practical tips for conveying your message effectively And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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193: Learning to Look at Failure Differently with Lydia Bai
03/26/2024
193: Learning to Look at Failure Differently with Lydia Bai
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 burnout, imposter syndrome, motivation, and self confidence can all be linked to the way we perceive our failure. Ready to shift how you see the failures in your career so you can use them for good? Let’s go to the show. We dive into: Lydia’s upbringing and hyper-focus on achievement The catalyst for the big shift in her career journey Failure: the gap between expectation and reality The 2 biggest sources of burnout for women in the workplace Exploring failure as a perception The link between fear of failure and imposter syndrome Three things to evaluate the next time you fail And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Lydia: W: LinkedIn: Download Lydia’s worksheet on Lydia’s current read: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives. This episode was sponsored by our guest, Lydia. Thank you Lydia for helping to bring Leading Women in Tech to this community!
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192: Leadership Lessons From My Dad
03/19/2024
192: Leadership Lessons From My Dad
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 ideas, and new ways of thinking, as well as a few ways to learn from those around you even if they aren’t intending to ‘teach’ you in any form. I dive into: My dad’s biggest leadership lessons The power of patience and what it can achieve How my dad felt about the growth mindset Why I consider my dad to have been a feminist And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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191: Are You Staying in Your Lane? with Julie Tschida Brown
03/12/2024
191: Are You Staying in Your Lane? with Julie Tschida Brown
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 or not you should “stay in your lane” and how to properly understand and contribute to the business you’re in so you can reach your highest career goals. Ready to step OUT of your lane and into the boardroom? Let’s go to the show. We dive into: Julie’s journey to a career in HR Landing any role, even with a non-traditional background Making an impact in support functions of business (HR, IT, marketing, etc.) Staying in your lane at work - is it important? Leading in the boardroom vs. on the executive team Authenticity & self-trust in leadership And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Julie: Connect with Julie on Julie’s current read: and If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: https://tonicollis.com/episode191 Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives. This episode was sponsored by our guest, Julie. Thank you, Julie, for helping to bring Leading Women in Tech to this community!
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190: Trauma in the Workplace: What It Is and What You Can Do About It
03/05/2024
190: Trauma in the Workplace: What It Is and What You Can Do About It
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 universal workplace phenomenon and needs to be acknowledged. In today’s episode, I discuss the 4 main contributors to workplace trauma, exploring the symptoms you might see in yourself or your team, and how to respond as a leader to prioritize your and your team’s well-being. I dive into: Workplace trauma: what it is, and what you can do about it The 4 main contributors to trauma in the workplace Identifying potential trauma as a leader to make a positive impact Emotional resilience and control: differing experiences of workplace trauma And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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189: Ethics, AI, and Being a Woman in Tech in 2024 with Sonal Shah
02/27/2024
189: Ethics, AI, and Being a Woman in Tech in 2024 with Sonal Shah
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 into topics like closing the gap for women in tech and how to tackle the current AI leadership problem in our industry. Ready for the resiliency tools you need to thrive during the surge of AI and break barriers as a woman in this male-dominated industry? We dive into: Sonal’s non-traditional background and journey to the tech industry and senior leadership The lack of diversity in AI leadership Closing the gap for women in tech How to play the long game of sponsorship The power of networking to overcome a non-traditional background And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Sonal: Website: Instagram: LinkedIn: Tik Tok: Twitter: @SonalS25 If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives. This episode was sponsored by our guest, Sonal. Thank you, Sonal for helping to bring Leading Women in Tech to this community!
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188: Personal Boundaries for Professional Success
02/20/2024
188: Personal Boundaries for Professional Success
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 burnout and building a sustainable leadership career that you love. Ready to set your priorities at work, and learn the magic of boundaries? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: Personal boundaries and their role in our professional success Gender differences in workplace boundaries and burnout Examples of setting boundaries at work Setting physical & emotional boundaries Avoiding burnout through boundary-setting How to build your own boundaries toolkit And more **Useful links** Want to learn more about saying no? Check out If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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187: Are You Being Passive-Aggressive at Work?
02/13/2024
187: Are You Being Passive-Aggressive at Work?
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 career. Ready for the tools you need to shift from passive aggression at work to more trust, morale, and overall productivity? Join me for this one. I dive into: Avoiding passive-aggressive behavior at work Reasons why we see passive-aggressive behavior coming out in leaders (and how to avoid this) What to do if you’re struggling with passive-aggressive behaviors in your own leadership My favorite tool for managing emotions at work And more **Useful links** Quick read on passive-aggressive phrases that you might not realize you are using: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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186: Embracing Your Differences As A Woman In Tech with Shikha Bajaj
02/06/2024
186: Embracing Your Differences As A Woman In Tech with Shikha Bajaj
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 lifting each other up our way to the top. Ready to show up as the best version of yourself in your career? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Shikha’s upbringing in India and journey into tech and mentorship The mentorship program she started during Covid Building connection & trust in a mentor/mentee relationship Navigating the fine line between embracing your executive presence and becoming like the men in the room How to own/embrace “your color” & find fulfillment in your career And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Shikha Bajaj: LinkedIn Facebook W: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives. This episode was sponsored by our guest, Shikha Bajaj. Thank you Shikha for helping to bring Leading Women in Tech to this community!
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185: Dreaming About Starting Your Own Startup? with Amy Cell
01/30/2024
185: Dreaming About Starting Your Own Startup? with Amy Cell
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 yourself up for the best chance of success. Ready to take the journey towards a successful startup? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Amy’s career journey The KEY traits to develop for a successful startup Amy’s TOP TIPS for starting a successful company Getting creative with talent management What I wish I had known about being profit-focused Identifying your founder's “wobbles” & avoiding these blocks Startup funding - is it the only way? And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Amy: Amy’s current read: The Defining Decade: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives. This episode was sponsored by our guest, Amy Cell. Thank you Amy for helping to bring Leading Women in Tech to this community!
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184: The Critical Mistakes You Need to Avoid in the 2024 Job Market
01/23/2024
184: The Critical Mistakes You Need to Avoid in the 2024 Job Market
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 don’t miss out on any dream opportunities. Ready to stand out and land that next role? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: 7 critical mistakes you need to avoid in this year’s job market Tech industry 2024 job market updates Interview do’s & dont’s Is your resume ready? Networking tips to help you meet your job hunt goals And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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183: The Cost of Failure with Debbie Levitt
01/16/2024
183: The Cost of Failure with Debbie Levitt
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 challenge our ideas on failure as she dives into the high costs companies are paying for a culture that glorifies failure and ultimately ignores the customers’ needs. Ready to understand where failure should be embraced and when it’s bad for business? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Debbie’s career journey to becoming a consultant in the CX and UX space Her unique perspective on empathy in business How stereotyping your customers is hurting them and your business The high costs you could be paying if your company is running on agile, fail-fast cycles Exploring corporate failure vs. personal failure Debbie’s best advice for hitting the brakes on your high failure rate And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest and sponsor, Debbie Levitt: W: YT: LI: Debbie’s current read: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives. This episode was sponsored by our guest, Debbie Levitt. Thank you Debbie for helping to bring Leading Women in Tech to this community!
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182: Beyond Resolutions: Transformative Annual Planning for the Visionary Woman in Tech
01/09/2024
182: Beyond Resolutions: Transformative Annual Planning for the Visionary Woman in Tech
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 for an even better year in a career that already lights you up, or you’re ready to take the journey towards finding a job you LOVE, this one’s for you. Ready for a lit-up career of big plans & big celebrations? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: The “Fresh Start Effect” and how it can help you achieve your 2024 goals How to avoid the pitfall of concurrent goals (and other challenges you need to look out for!) Why your North Star is vital to the annual planning process My TOP TIPS for realistic planning as a visionary - and what to avoid! Should we continue planning when we’re in burnout? And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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181: The Importance of the Open Door with Trina Martin
01/02/2024
181: The Importance of the Open Door with Trina Martin
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 barriers and open the door to help each other reach the top. Ready to change leadership for the better? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Trina’s diverse career background and journey to founding her professional development firm Breaking the barriers to the top for women and other underrepresented groups How you can be a better ally in your leadership career The ways people-pleasing could be holding you back Holding onto your feminine energy as you rise to higher-level roles Her best advice to help you release the mindset of scarcity And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest Trina Martin: W: LinkedIn: Trina’s current read: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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180: Why Women-Led Companies Generate More Unicorns with Manuela Seve
12/19/2023
180: Why Women-Led Companies Generate More Unicorns with Manuela Seve
Are you working towards becoming a founder one day? If you want to start your own company but feel some resistance towards taking the first step, this one’s for you, my love! Let’s talk about why women-led companies are more successful and the important things to consider before going all-in on chasing your dreams. In today’s episode, I invite Co-founder & CEO of Alphaa.io, Manuela Seve, to discuss her journey to founding her own company. We discuss why female-led companies generate more unicorns, some of the things to ask yourself if you’re considering starting your own company, and the important first steps you can take right now toward becoming a female founder. Ready to knock down some of those barriers to starting your own company? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Manu’s career journey to becoming a Founder & CEO Her BIGGEST lessons from becoming a female founder The powerful catalyst that had her redefining success in her life & business Manu’s BEST advice for becoming a female founder Why women-led companies generate more success How to remove the blocks, get off the fence, and go all-in on becoming a female founder And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest, Manuela (Manu) Seve: Manu’s current read: Book: have a book club. Just finished Zen Mind/Beginners Mind. Great starter for Zen Buddhism. Alan Watts lectures - on audible. New book: a course in miracles. If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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179:The Sunday Scaries
12/12/2023
179:The Sunday Scaries
You know the feeling…as the weekend winds down, a sense of unease creeps in and casts a shadow over your last precious hours of relaxation. This feeling is referred to as the “Sunday Scaries”, and today we’re talking about the ways to overcome it! In today’s episode, I’m exploring the Sunday Scaries, why they pose such a challenge to our well-being, and most importantly - how to conquer them! Ready to ditch the dread of returning to work and move into healthy anticipation instead? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: Determining if the Sunday Scaries are affecting you or your team The MOST COMMON causes of the Sunday Scaries Why the effects of this Sunday dread can be a hindrance to building an effective team What you can do about your Sunday Scaries & how to help your team overcome it too! Why “staying for your team” can be problematic Learning to hold pressure vs. knowing when to release it And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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178: How to Lead and Retain High Performers
12/05/2023
178: How to Lead and Retain High Performers
Can you imagine the extraordinary things that would be possible if you were leading your ideal team? Let’s talk about how to lead and retain high-performers! In today’s episode, I discuss the unique characteristics of high-performers, effective strategies to engage & motivate them, and how to create an environment where high-performers can truly thrive. Ready to build a team that is entirely high-performance moving forward? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: The hallmarks of a high performer & how to attract and keep them Leadership traits you need to focus on to keep high-performers on your team How to avoid your high-performer feeling neglected or taken for granted Why you need to be willing to give your high-performer growth opportunities The BIGGEST challenges to leading high-performers How you should lead differently with a high-performer vs. a low-performer And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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177: What to Do When You Inherit a Crisis
11/21/2023
177: What to Do When You Inherit a Crisis
Whether you join a new team, get a promotion, or find yourself in a company restructure, at some point, you might find yourself cleaning up someone else’s mess. How are you going to handle inheriting this crisis, my love? In today’s episode, I’m diving into another important crisis management topic: what to do when you inherit a crisis. I discuss how to diagnose the issue, the biggest traps to avoid as you navigate it, and the practical tools you need to manage the crisis and come out the other side with improved team performance and trust. Ready to grow your resiliency & uplevel your leadership with this next challenge? Let’s go to the show! I dive into: Properly diagnosing & addressing an inherited business crisis Practical leadership tips for handling a crisis in your first 90 days 2 of the BIGGEST traps to avoid when tackling an inherited crisis Immediate action vs. the long-term fix: identifying & accounting for your natural problem-solving tendencies Tracking your progress toward the end goal What to do as the crisis begins to resolve (and what to avoid) And more **Useful links** If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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176: The Role Of Our Subconscious Mind In Our Careers with Amira Alvarez
11/14/2023
176: The Role Of Our Subconscious Mind In Our Careers with Amira Alvarez
Can you get better results in your career by shifting your leadership perspective? Let’s talk about the role of the subconscious mind in our careers. In today’s episode, I invite visionary leader, entrepreneur, and former woman in tech, Amira Alvarez, to share her inspirational work helping women get intentional about their choices so they can get what they deserve in their careers (whether it’s a dream role or a dream salary)! We dive into how she utilized the lowlights in her career to propel her forward, how your subconscious mind plays a role in your leadership, and how you can shift your leadership perspective to see big results. Ready to step into your full leadership potential? Let’s go to the show! We dive into: Amira’s career journey and her BIGGEST learnings from the lowlights The role of the subconscious mind in your leadership and how it plays a role in your boundary-setting Desires vs. goals, and exploring what you truly want Breaking down the 3 components of The Law of Compensation so you can get the salary you deserve! And more **Useful links** Connect with today’s guest, Amira Alvarez: W: LinkedIn: Instagram: Join Amira’s Retreat in 2024: Listen to The Unstoppable Woman podcast: Amira’s current read: If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: Check us out on . Join the where we discuss all-the-things for women’s tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.
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