Leadership & Motherhood – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In today’s episode, Leanna explores the hidden beliefs many women and working mothers carry about compensation and overworking as they rise in leadership roles. As salaries increase, so do the unspoken assumptions: more money must mean more hours, more sacrifice, and less balance. But is that actually true?

Leanna challenges the unspoken contract many high-achieving women are holding themselves to: that they must prove they’re worth it by constantly over-working, over-delivering and being available 24/7. She walks through common mindset traps, including imposter syndrome, tying self-worth to work ethic, and believing value only comes through output.

This episode invites you to reflect:

• What do you believe you owe your employer in exchange for your salary or title?
• What do you bring to the table beyond your work ethic?

If you've recently taken on a new role or are negotiating your next promotion, this is a must-listen conversation to help you step into leadership with clarity, confidence, and balance.

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If you're ready for deeper transformation, check out The Executive Mom Reset — Leanna’s six-month coaching program designed to help ambitious moms stop merely surviving and start thriving. Book a consult now!

Leanna explores the theme of confidence and how it plays a pivotal role in professional success. Focusing specifically on women in the workplace, Leanna shares lessons from her coaching clients and her own journey, highlighting the shift from knowledge-based confidence to belief in one’s problem-solving abilities. Through real-life examples, she explains how a growth mindset can unlock unshakable confidence, especially in environments where women often feel the pressure to have all the answers. For working mothers, this episode offers a gentle but powerful reminder: you don’t have to over prepare or overwork to prove your value. Leanna’s reflections provide actionable tools to help you show up with more ease, authenticity, and impact—both at home and in the office. Whether you're new to a role or navigating the ever-changing demands of life and leadership, this episode will inspire you to trust yourself and embrace the belief that you can solve any problem. Tune in for practical takeaways and the reminder that you already have what it takes.

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If you're ready for deeper transformation, check out The Executive Mom Reset — Leanna’s six-month coaching program designed to help ambitious moms stop merely surviving and start thriving. Book a consult now!

Have you ever caught yourself believing that if someone else just changed, you’d feel better? What would it look like to shift the focus to how you want to show up instead? In this episode, Leanna dives into the powerful shift that happens when we stop trying to control others and start focusing on choosing our own responses. Whether it’s a demanding boss, a challenging relationship, or any situation where we feel frustrated by someone else's behavior, the key to peace and confidence isn’t in changing them—it’s in deciding how we want to show up regardless of the external factors. This conversation explores how to reclaim your power, set yourself free from unnecessary stress, and take back control of your thoughts, emotions, and actions.

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Thanks for listening this trailer for The Executive Coach for Moms Podcast and I hope you decide to subscribe! We’ll have weekly episodes starting June 1st, and if you want to reach out, you can find me on LinkedIn or visit my podcast website at https://podcast.coachleanna.com/

I look forward to seeing you in the first episode!

Transcript:

Hi! I’m Leanna Laskey McGrath, former tech exec turned full time mom, recovering perfectionist and workaholic, and certified executive coach.

For most of my life, I’ve been a high achieving hard working professional, from the early days of my career in higher education to over a decade as an executive at multiple ed tech startups. But in 2019, something changed for me — I had a baby, and my priorities completely shifted. I no longer had 60-80 hours a week to work, and I had a really hard time feeling like I was still bringing value to my company when I didn’t have the capacity to work like I always had.

As an executive mom, I constantly felt like I was failing at everything. It didn’t feel good and though I enjoyed my job and of course loved my baby, I just wasn’t really enjoying my overall life experience. So I decided to take a career pause to focus full time on my daughter. I had worked so hard to build a successful career so it was a huge identity shift for me.

Since leaving the corporate world, I’ve been able to enjoy time with my daughter and I’ve also had some space to step back and understand why my transition to a working mom was so difficult for me. I’ve spent A LOT of time in coaching, therapy, and self reflection. And today, I coach high achieving executive moms, and I’ve learned that to so many women out there are struggling like I did, and I know I can help.

Being a professional woman is hard, being a parent is hard, and my goal with this podcast is to support you in your journey. I’ll share my own story and we’ll discuss topics related to the unique challenges of women in leadership and the unique challenges of working moms, and I’ll be talking amazing guests who also support women and mothers. So whether you’re a leader at work, a leader at home, or both, tune into The Executive Coach for Moms podcast. Because we all deserve more support.

Are you finding it difficult to check intimacy and connection off your long to do list as a working mother? Does it feel like your relationship with your significant other often falls to the bottom of your priorities?

In this special Valentine's Day episode, Leanna is joined by Eleni Economides, LMFT, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and Sexual Wellness and Intimacy Coach, who specializes in helping women with low libido transform into relaxed, confident, and secure partners, and finally enjoy the deep connection and intimacy they deserve. They discuss the challenges high-achieving women face in maintaining intimacy with their partners while balancing demanding careers, motherhood, and household responsibilities. Listen for actionable strategies to take back your power when it comes to intimacy and pleasure.

Connect with Eleni here and check out her website newintimacy.com.

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Have you ever felt that being a mom detracts from your value in the workplace? What if we told you that being a mom can actually *increase* your value to a company? In this episode, Leanna is joined by Maria Sweeney, fractional CMO of The Mom Project, a mission-driven company committed to helping women remain active in the workforce in every stage of their journey. The Mom Project’s recently published industry report, “Productive, Purposeful and Profitable: How Hiring Moms Gives Companies a Competitive Advantage,” highlights data that validate the benefit and value of working moms to businesses. Leanna and Maria discuss the numerous valuable skills that working moms bring to the workforce, the importance of intentional support from employers, and companies’ return on investment on hiring working mothers.

Follow The Mom Project on LinkedIn and download their full industry report here.

Connect with Maria here.

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Have you ever wished you could work less and spend more time with your kids, without walking away from the time you invested in climbing the corporate ladder? In this episode, Leanna is joined by Sue Mysko, founder of Hire A Fractional and author of Fractional Formula. They dive into how moms can gain freedom and flexibility through fractional work—leveraging their skills in high-impact executive roles without sacrificing family time. Sue shares her real-life success story, practical tips for getting started, and insights into balancing work and home life while continuing to earn significant income while gaining more time back. Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking more autonomy, aiming to apply your expertise in a more flexible way, or simply looking to create more space for what matters most, this episode will give you the information you need to be more empowered when considering your next step toward financial and lifestyle freedom.

Connect with Sue here. Join her Fractional Powerhouse group on Facebook to chat with others in fractional work and check out her eBook, Fractional Formula, on how to get started and succeed with fractional work!

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Trying to achieve your travel goals while managing a busy career? In this episode, Leanna is joined by travel expert Christina Trotter. Together, they dive into strategies for moms who want to balance work, family, and memorable travel experiences. From choosing ideal destinations that meet your family’s needs to making the most of your vacation days, this episode is packed with tips to help you plan enjoyable trips that everyone will love.

Need help with your travel bucket list? Check out Christina’s website: https://www.destinedglobetrotter.com/

You can also follow Christina on Instagram and get even more inspiration from her on Pinterest!

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In this episode, Leanna tackles the myth of linear progress and explores why challenges and setbacks are not failures, but essential parts of growth. As we navigate January and our ambitious New Year goals, life inevitably throws us curve balls—whether it’s illness, unexpected work challenges, or other disruptions. Leanna shares actionable strategies to reframe these obstacles, adjust expectations, and stay focused on your goals without letting setbacks derail your momentum. Tune in to gain practical tools for turning challenges into stepping stones on your journey toward success.

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Re-visit Episode 23, Rethinking our Expectations of Linear Career Paths and Navigating Unexpected Job Loss - with Jess Kitt.

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