Have you ever felt crushed by job rejections - like all your experience and hard work suddenly didn’t matter?

You’re not alone. And you don’t have to stay stuck in that spiral.

When I moved to the U.S., I believed my engineering leadership experience would open doors. Instead, I faced rejection after rejection, and my confidence suffered. That’s why I’m so eager to share this episode of From a Woman to a Leader with Carol Hauser, a high-tech recruiter and career consultant who’s been through it too—and now helps women bounce back stronger and smarter.

🎧 In this episode, we dive into the emotional side of the job search—the fear, the silence, the self-doubt - and how to take your power back.

✅ Why rejection hurts so deeply - and how to stop letting it define you

✅ How to tell your story on your resume in a way that actually lands interviews

✅ What most women get wrong about job searching (and how to fix it fast)

✅ The mindset shift that helped Carol and me go from rejected to re-hired

✅ Real-world advice for rebuilding confidence, reframing rejection, and showing up like the leader you are

Whether you’re job searching now or thinking about your next move, this episode is for you. Carol brings compassion, strategy, and the tough-love clarity that every ambitious woman needs to hear.

🎧 Hit play if you’re tired of shrinking after rejection, and ready to own your brilliance.

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About Carol Hauser

Carol is a high-tech recruiter and career consultant who helps immigrants in Israel build successful careers. Originally from Brazil, she moved to Israel 10 years ago and went through her own challenges finding work in a new country. Today, she uses that experience to guide hundreds of international professionals to stand out and find great jobs.

🔗 Connect with Carol:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolhauser/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careerhaus18/

Linktree: https://bit.ly/3PO20fr

Do you ever find yourself overthinking, people-pleasing, or feeling like anxiety is running the show?

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck there.

In this powerful episode of 'From a Woman to a Leader,' I sit down with Denise G. Lee, a Healing and Leadership Coach, writer, and host of The Introverted Entrepreneur Podcast, to explore how ambitious women can overcome anxiety, people-pleasing, and the fears that prevent us from asking for what we deserve.

Denise knows firsthand what it’s like to build a career while dealing with emotional wounds and self-doubt. Through her own transformation, she has developed practical strategies that help leaders overcome fear, regain confidence, and lead with clarity.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ The hidden link between people-pleasing and burnout (and how to break the cycle)

✅ Simple but powerful practices to calm anxiety in high-pressure moments

✅ How to stop overthinking and start asking for what you want—whether it’s a promotion, a raise, or new opportunities

✅ Why saying no is often the most generous and empowering choice you can make

✅ How healing old patterns can unlock your next level of leadership

This conversation is for every woman who has ever second-guessed herself, downplayed her worth, or felt trapped by fear. Denise’s insights will help you shift from anxious and overextended to calm, clear, and confidently in charge of your path.

🎧 Hit play if you’re ready to stop letting fear and anxiety call the shots—and start leading with strength, resilience, and self-trust.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠

📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Ready to get promoted without burnout?

👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠

📲 Stay Connected

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📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠

▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠

About Denise G. Lee

Denise G. Lee is a Healing and Leadership Coach who helps leaders and entrepreneurs turn personal struggles into professional breakthroughs. Through her own journey of overcoming fears, self-doubt, and toxic patterns, Denise discovered that true leadership requires emotional resilience, clarity, and healing. She writes extensively on these topics at deniseglee.com/blog and shares her insights on The Introverted Entrepreneur Podcast.

🔗 Connect with Denise:

Exclusive Insights: https://info.deniseglee.com/learnwithdenise

Website: https://deniseglee.com

Blog: https://deniseglee.com/blog

What happens when you’ve spent your life breaking barriers—only to watch the system start to backslide?

In this powerful episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Elizabeth Stephens, a decorated Marine Corps veteran, former Microsoft Director, and now CEO of DBS Cyber, to talk about what’s really at stake for women in today’s changing workplace.

From the silent return of burnout to the backlash against DEI, Elizabeth holds nothing back. She shares her deeply personal story—rising through the military ranks, becoming the first Black woman to pilot two aircraft models, and building a career in tech—all while navigating caregiving, career pivots, and a relentless drive to serve.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why flexible work is not just a perk—it’s survival for many

✅ The cost of abandoning DEI and how it hurts performance

✅ How to stay visible and empowered in uncertain times

✅ Why veterans and neurodiverse leaders are shaping the future

✅ The 3 things every woman must do to take her power back

This isn’t just a story about career success.

It’s a wake-up call—and a reminder that you are the star of your own story.

🎧 Hit play if you’re ready to lead boldly, build community, and push back against a system that wasn’t built for you.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

📥 Download my free guide: https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/

📰 Get weekly tips & insights: https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/

🌟 Ready to get promoted without burnout? ⁠Join the waitlist⁠ for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: https://limorbergman.com/accelerator

📲 Stay Connected

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🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman

📸 Instagram: @limorbergman

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About Elizabeth Stephens

Elizabeth Stephens is a trailblazing cybersecurity and AI leader, combat-decorated Marine Corps veteran, and founder of DBS Cyber. She’s known for protecting families through tech and empowering communities through innovation, inclusion, and bold leadership.

🔗 Website: https://www.dbscyber.com

📕 Book: Building a Resilient Digital Future

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethstephens13/

In this empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we dive deep into the strategies and insights that can help women thrive in the ever-evolving tech industry. Our guest, JJ DiGeronimo, a three-time award-winning author, speaker, and former leading woman in tech, shares her playbook for navigating corporate culture and accelerating your impact.

After spending 25 years in the tech world, JJ found herself at a crossroads, questioning her career and feeling like her worst enemy. But she didn't stop there. Instead, she embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery that led her to mindfulness, energy work, and spiritual practices, all of which played a pivotal role in her personal and professional growth.

Join us as JJ shares her invaluable insights from her latest book, "Accelerate Your Impact:

1. Shift from Working in Your Career to Working on Your Career.

2. The Power of Sponsorship: Discover why having sponsors who can advocate for you within your organization is crucial for career advancement.

3. Documenting Your Achievements: Learn why keeping track of your accomplishments is essential and how this can boost your confidence, prepare you for interviews, and help you visualize your career progress.

4. Building Supportive Communities: JJ shares her experiences creating Tech Savvy Women and the immense value of finding like-minded communities that provide support, inspiration, and opportunities.

5. Taking Small Steps Forward: JJ's journey from tech expert to author and speaker shows that even small steps can lead to significant growth. You'll gain insight into how to embrace new opportunities, even if they seem daunting at first.

JJ DiGeronimo is a dynamic, three-time award-winning author, speaker, and former leading woman in the tech industry. With over 25 years of experience in the tech world, JJ has not only conquered the corporate landscape but has also dedicated herself to empowering women in tech to overcome challenges and realize their full potential.

JJ's personal journey is one of transformation, from questioning her career and battling self-doubt to embracing mindfulness, energy work, and spiritual practices. Her resilience and commitment to personal growth have made her a sought-after speaker and mentor for women in the tech industry.

As the founder of Tech Savvy Women and Together We Seek, JJ has significantly impacted the tech community, fostering networks and communities that empower women to succeed in tech. She's also authored three impactful books, including "Accelerate Your Impact: Action-Based Strategies to Pave Your Professional Path" and "Seeking: 74 Key Findings to Raise Your Energy, Sidestep Your Self-Doubts, and Align with Your Life's Work."

JJ's mission is clear: to help women raise their frequencies, embrace their inner wisdom, and make a meaningful impact in the tech industry. Her insights and strategies are both actionable and inspiring, making her a driving force in the world of tech leadership.

In this inspirational episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we're joined by the incredible Jen Rulon, a former 15-time Ironman triathlete, author, speaker, and dedicated triathlon coach. Jen's journey is a testament to the power of determination, resilience, and the pursuit of one's true passions.

Jen shares her remarkable odyssey, from setting an audacious goal at the age of 17 to participating in the prestigious Ironman World Championship. Her journey wasn't just about crossing the finish lines; it was about harnessing the transformative power of fitness, developing an unshakable mindset, and empowering others to do the same.

With a focus on living unapologetically and setting boundaries, Jen currently calls Costa Rica home. She continues to coach triathletes and chase her dreams with unwavering determination.

In this engaging conversation, Jen emphasizes the significance of setting goals and visualizing success, both in the world of athletics and in our personal and professional lives. She underscores the role of a strong mindset in achieving significant improvements in performance and life satisfaction.

Jen's story highlights the non-negotiable aspect of fitness as a catalyst for overall well-being, amplifying success in every facet of life. Her bold decision to move to Costa Rica is a testament to the courage to pursue one's dreams and desires.

Listeners will be encouraged to take time for introspection, meditation, and journaling as valuable tools for gaining clarity and making life-changing decisions. Jen reminds us that the heart knows the way, and in our one life, we must live unapologetically, making choices that align with our true desires.

Please tune in to discover the transformative power of passion, fitness, and a strong mindset as we navigate from Ironman to empowerment with Jen Rulon.

Key Takeaways:

• Setting goals and visualizing success are crucial for achieving personal and professional growth.

• Developing a strong mindset and focusing on the present moment can significantly improve performance.

• Fitness is a non-negotiable aspect of life that can positively impact overall well-being and amplify success in other areas.

• Making bold choices and pursuing dreams requires courage and listening to one's heart.

• Sitting with oneself, meditating, and journaling can provide clarity and guidance in making life-changing decisions.

Quotes:

• "Fitness is a non-negotiable. If it's important to you, you'll make time." - Jen Rulon.

• "The heart knows the way." - Jen Rulon.

• "You have one life to live. Live unapologetically and make choices that align with your true desires." - Jen Rulon.

Join us for a conversation that will inspire you to set audacious goals, develop an unshakable mindset, and pursue your passions with unwavering determination.

How to contact Jen:

Website: https://jenrulon.com

Instagram Jen Rulon - https://jenrulon.com/coachjeninstagram

Facebook - https://jenrulon.com/facebook

Twitter - https://jenrulon.com/twitter

Pinterest - https://jenrulon.com/pinterest

LinkedIn - https://jenrulon.com/LinkedIn

TEDx Talk - https://jenrulon.com/mytedxtalk

Everyday Healthy Human Podcast: pod.link/1691401085

In this episode, we interview Inbal Claudio, the founder of Like Minded Collective, a social networking platform for women entrepreneurs. Inbal shares her insights on the importance of building genuine personal relationships to grow your business and thrive in life. She also discusses people's misconceptions about networking and how to do it correctly.

This episode is perfect for women in tech leadership who want to learn how to build stronger relationships with their peers, clients, and partners. Inbal's advice is practical and actionable, and she shares her own personal experiences to help you relate to her message.

Listen to this episode to learn how to:

• Build genuine relationships that will help you grow your business

• Overcome the misconceptions about networking

• Find your tribe of like-minded women entrepreneurs

• Thrive in life and business

This episode will inspire you to connect with others and build a strong support community. So listen now and start building relationships to help you achieve your goals!

Inbal Claudio is a mother of 3, wife, and 2x entrepreneur who currently lives in Southern California. As a candle maker turned tech founder, Inbal’s passion for empowering women entrepreneurs has led her to create Like Minded Collective, a social media platform for dreamers, creators, and female founders. Her mission is to make sure every single female founder, no matter what stage of business they’re in, knows how incredible they are and has the support they need!

In this empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we dive deep into the transformative journey of Rebecca Whitman, a remarkable The Magnetic Abundance Mentor and author who has gone from being overwhelmed and burned out to embodying balance, beauty, and abundance in her life and career.

Join us as Rebecca shares her invaluable insights, practical tips, and actionable advice specifically tailored to women navigating the challenging landscape of tech leadership. Drawing from her experiences and expertise in the seven Pillars of Abundance—spiritual, physical, emotional, romantic, mental, social, and financial—Rebecca guides us towards reclaiming our joy, finding harmony, and achieving incredible success in the tech industry.

With an impressive background as a Princeton University graduate and author of international bestsellers, Rebecca has been recognized as Life Coach of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals. Her top 5% globally ranked podcast, "Balanced, Beautiful, Abundant," has touched the lives of countless individuals seeking transformation and fulfillment.

During this episode, Rebecca reveals her strategies to overcome overwhelm and burnout, providing practical tools to help you find balance amidst the demanding tech world. From nurturing your spiritual well-being to cultivating meaningful relationships and achieving financial prosperity, Rebecca's wisdom will inspire and empower you to reach new heights in your tech career.

Whether you're just starting or a seasoned professional, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights from a true trailblazer in the industry. Tune in and discover how you can shift from overwhelmed and burned out to living a truly balanced, beautiful, and abundant life.

Rebecca Whitman is the Magnetic Abundance Mentor, graduate with honors from Princeton University, and author of international  bestselling books, "Phenomenal Feminine Entrepreneurs," "Business, Life, Universe" and "How to Make a Six Figure Income Working Part Time." She was selected as Life Coach of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals. She hosts the top 5% globally ranked "Balanced, Beautiful, Abundant" podcast. Her philosophy divides life into 7 Pillars of Abundance, which include spiritual, physical, emotional, romantic, mental, social, and financial. 

She helps people achieve balance within these seven areas to experience more fun and freedom in life! In addition to her appearances as an expert on ABC and CBS, she has spoken on multiple podcasts and has shared virtual stages with great thought leaders like Grant Cardone, Jack Canfield, and Les Brown.

For more information, go to...

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Abundance Journal

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Listen to Rebecca's Top 5% ranked podcast globally:

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Are you ready to take control of your life's journey and embrace the spirit of entrepreneurship? In this empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we're joined by the remarkable Sejal Lakhani-Bhatt, CEO of TechWerxe and CloudWerxe, also known as "The Cybersecurity Chick." With over a decade of experience in the tech industry, Sejal has not only shattered the glass ceiling but has become an influential leader in the world of IT and cybersecurity.

Sejal's journey is a testament to her resilience, innovation, and unyielding commitment to success. She shares her inspiring story of stepping into the tech world to co-found TechWerxe, transforming it into a renowned IT company specializing in helping small and medium-sized businesses fortify their cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. Her journey hasn't been without its challenges, including the unexpected loss of her husband and business partner, which led her to restructure TechWerxe under her sole leadership.

In this episode, Sejal shares her experiences as a female IT leader navigating a predominantly male-dominated industry. She discusses the importance of encouraging young girls to explore STEAM fields and the vast opportunities awaiting them in tech. Moreover, Sejal provides invaluable advice for women looking to make their mark in tech, highlighting women's unique strengths in tech leadership.

Sejal's expertise doesn't stop there. She's also the CEO of CloudWerxe, which simplifies secure cloud hosting for small to mid-sized managed service providers. Her innovative approach has earned her prestigious awards and recognition, including a Gold Stevie Award and being named among NJBIZ's Leaders in Digital Technology.

Join us for a captivating conversation that delves into Sejal's journey, her mission to empower women in tech, and her insights on building a successful tech career. Discover how to become the entrepreneur of your own life, harnessing your potential and embracing the endless possibilities in the ever-evolving world of technology.

Join us for an empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader" as we explore the transformative concept of executive presence and its impact on women in the tech industry. Our special guest, Robin Camarote, a Leadership Development Trainer and Coach, shares her insights on how executive presence can propel women to greater heights in their careers.

In this episode, Robin Camarote discusses the power of executive presence for women in tech leadership. She emphasizes that executive presence is a skill that can be learned and developed. Robin breaks down executive presence into three components: the ability to lead oneself, the ability to lead others, and thought leadership. She provides practical strategies for developing executive presence, such as building self-awareness, knowing what you want to say, and seeking feedback. Robin also shares tips for managing anxiety and stress, including gaining perspective and accepting anxiety without judgment. She encourages women to seek support from trusted mentors and coaches and to take advantage of opportunities to practice public speaking. Robin concludes by urging listeners to view executive presence as a skill that can be continuously improved.

Join us for this dynamic discussion on "Unleashing Executive Presence: Empowering Women in Tech Leadership" with Robin Camarote. Tune in to discover how mentorship, skill development, and supportive communities can empower you to excel in the tech industry and elevate your leadership journey. Take advantage of this empowering conversation that will inspire and uplift women in tech worldwide.

Robin Camarote is a leadership trainer, executive coach, and writer. She believes "all boats rise" when we bring the foundational concepts of leadership and ownership to all employees. Because of the time required and cost of traditional programs, too often, leadership training is reserved for a chosen few. She delivers a more streamlined, engaging approach that builds foundational leadership skills, strengthens bonds among coworkers, and inspires employees to bring their best selves to work.

Robin is the author of an Amazon best-selling book on organizational behavior entitled Flock, Getting Leaders to Follow and Own It: Drive Your Career to a Place of Happiness and Success. Flock offers a universal framework for helping people connect with their leadership, articulate their vision, and gain the kind of support (not just approval) needed to see the solution through to completion. Robin works with a range of clients—mostly federal and non-profit organizations— who need leadership to follow. 

She writes a weekly column for Inc.com and has written for GovExec.com, Bloomberg Government, and Business Insider. Her TEDx talk, "I Was the World's Worst Manager," was released in May 2023. 

Learn more about Robin:

https://www.robincamarote.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robincamarote/

Join us in this insightful episode of "From a Woman to a Leader" as we explore the transformative power of breaking through subconscious barriers with the remarkable mindset coach and entrepreneur Kim Lebbing. Kim takes us on her personal journey from corporate leadership to coaching, sharing the challenges that inspired her current path.

Discover the hidden forces that can hold us back in our careers and personal lives. Kim reveals how gaining awareness of our subconscious beliefs and thoughts can be the key to unlocking our true potential.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How subconscious limitations can leave us feeling out of alignment in our business and relationships.
• The common issue of people pleasing and its hindrance to personal and professional growth.
• The critical role of trust in effective leadership and decision-making.
• Practical insights into identifying and reframing limiting beliefs for personal and professional development.

Kim's wisdom and expertise shine through as she provides valuable advice for anyone striving to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals, whether in the tech industry or beyond.

Tune in and gain the tools to break free from your own subconscious barriers, align with your true purpose, and thrive in your leadership journey.

About Kim Lebbing:

Entrepreneurs seek Kimberly Lebbing’s services to uncover their subconscious limitations because many feel out of alignment with their business or relationships and don't know why or how to shift them.

Her intuitive guidance empowers them to shift their energy from confusion to clarity, frustration to fulfillment, and transform into new energy so that their businesses and relationships become easier and lighter.

Free Resource: https://resources.kimberlylebbing.com/unlock

Socials: https://linktr.ee/klebbing

Are you tired of being overlooked, passed over, or ignored at work?

Then, it is time for you to learn our simple formula to step up and claim what is yours without feeling arrogant or pretending to be something you are not.

The Unapologetic Value Proposition contains the four elements needed to put your personal pitch together with a step-by-step technique that you can use repeatedly.

Increase your confidence, create more career opportunities, and fast-track your advancement.

In this inspiring episode, I engage in a dynamic conversation with guest Beate Chelette, a renowned growth architect and founder of The Women's Code. Together, they delve into the concept of an unapologetic value proposition, addressing women's unique challenges when asserting their worth and leadership in diverse industries.

Beate Chelette is the Growth Architect, founder of The Women's Code, and a passionate advocate for women's empowerment. She is recognized for her vast contribution to women's leadership development and for providing visionary women leaders with pragmatic strategies, blueprints, and tangible tools to enhance their leadership skills and multiply their impact.

Starting from $135,000 in debt as a single mother, she transformed her passion for photography into a successful global business, eventually selling it in a multimillion-dollar deal to Bill Gates. Today, her strategies have assisted clients in generating over $30 million in revenue.

Author of the #1 International Award-Winning Amazon Bestseller "Happy Woman Happy World - How to Go from Overwhelmed to Awesome," Beate's work is a roadmap for every woman striving for health, success, and a fulfilling career. Recognized as "One of 50 Must-Follow Women Entrepreneurs" by HuffPost and one of the "Top 100 Global Thought Leaders" by PeopleHum, she's a charismatic force, inspiring women globally.

Today, Chelette continues to empower women, sharing her story of resilience and helping them find their path to personal and professional success. She embodies the belief that every woman can rewrite her story just as she rewrote hers.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatechelette/

Happy Woman Happy World book - https://beatechelette.com/author/

Join us for an insightful episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," where we delve into creating a culture of inclusion and diversity in tech leadership, focusing on empowering women.

Our guest, Cara Shortsleeve, CEO of The Leadership Consortium (TLC), brings her wealth of experience as a technology executive and her passion for nurturing diverse leadership talent.

In this episode, we explore Cara's journey from her impressive career at Google and YouTube to her current role at TLC. With a track record of leading scaled sales organizations and global go-to-market teams, Cara deeply understands women's challenges and opportunities in tech leadership roles.

We dive into the heart of the matter – the importance of fostering diversity and inclusion within tech organizations and leadership teams. Cara shares strategies for creating an inclusive culture that attracts and retains diverse female talent and its significant impact on innovation and overall business success.

We discuss the persistent gender disparities in the tech sector and explore actionable steps organizations can take to break the glass ceiling for women. Cara offers real success stories and best practices from companies successfully building inclusive tech leadership teams.

As we empower and support women leaders to be effective, Cara sheds light on the essential skills and competencies crucial for women in tech leadership positions. Tune in to this empowering episode as we uncover valuable insights and practical strategies to foster an inclusive and diverse tech leadership landscape. Discover how we can create an environment where all women in tech can thrive and lead the way to a brighter, more equitable future.

Cara Shortsleeve is the CEO of The Leadership Consortium (TLC), a leadership development platform designed to accelerate high-potential and diverse leaders. 

Shortsleeve joined TLC in 2018 to launch and scale the business, which has since forged relationships with Google, IBM, HubSpot, P&G, WPP, and dozens more. Under Shortleeve's leadership, TLC has enabled more than 4,000 executives to lead stronger teams and bring broader strategic mindsets to their businesses. 

Before joining TLC, Shortsleeve spent over a decade in various leadership roles at Google and YouTube. Most recently, she served as a Global Director for GTM and commercialization at YouTube, focusing on product and commercial strategy. 

She was hired in 2007 to help launch and scale Google's east coast mid-market sales presence, after which she led the North American mid-market sales teams for both Financial Services and Healthcare. 

Before Google, Shortsleeve managed the US-running apparel business at New Balance, served as a Sales Director for Hind/Saucony, and spent three years with Morgan Stanley's Investment Banking Division.

In this episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we dive deep into the challenges keeping women out of the C-suite in the tech industry. 

Our guest, Emma Wainer, an expert voice coach and advocate for female leaders, shares her insights and experiences on what holds women back and, more importantly, what they can do about it. 

We explore the three major barriers preventing women from reaching the highest levels of leadership and provide actionable tips and strategies to overcome these obstacles.

Key Takeaways:

• Women often unconsciously make themselves smaller through body language, which can lower their perceived status in the workplace.
• Hedging language, such as using uncertain phrases, can undermine women's confidence and perceived competence.
• Many women struggle with feeling inadequate, which can hold them back from pursuing leadership roles.
• Clearing out negative thoughts and filling up with a sense of enoughness is crucial for overcoming self-doubt and building confidence.
• Practicing physical presence, such as taking up space and breathing deeply, can help women show up more confidently in the workplace.

Emma has had a gloriously squiggly career, starting in pharmaceutical sales, then training as a Speech and Language Therapist. After a short and sweet affair with the NHS, she became Operations Director in a successful event business before finding her true passion and training as a Voice Coach at the prestigious Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. She brings the wealth of all that knowledge to help women raise their visibility and credibility at work by amplifying their ability to be heard and cultivating thoughtful leadership in both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds.

1. 
   https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmawainer/
2. Discover more about her work and how she can help you on her website - https://emmawainer.com/home
3. Subscribe to Emma's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjuTawA39gmrFEaiS-LULoA
4. And learn about her Leadership Presence Challenge - 4-7th September - on LinkedIn.

Have you ever wondered if it’s too late—or too risky—to change career paths?

What if you’re great at what you do… but something inside you says there’s more?

In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I talk to Lisa Cao—a former data engineer who made an unexpected leap into product management after someone saw something in her she hadn’t yet seen in herself.

Lisa shares how she followed her curiosity, leaned into systems thinking, and built influence without losing her technical edge.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the role you “should” stay in… this one’s for you.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How to pivot careers without losing your credibility

✅ What it really takes to thrive in a product role

✅ The surprising skills that translate from engineering to product

✅ How to rebuild trust and influence when you’re not the technical expert

✅ Why admitting what you don’t know might be your greatest leadership strength

This conversation is an invitation to rethink what’s possible—even if you’ve been on the same path for years.

🎧 Hit play if you’re ready to explore what else could be out there for you.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

📥 Download my free guide: https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/

📰 Get weekly tips & insights: https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/

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▶️ YouTube: @LimorBergman

About Lisa Cao

Lisa is a data engineer and now product manager interested in observability, validation, and reliability in data systems. Through her work at Datastrato, she’s redefining how metadata is used in AI stacks for DataOps and Data Fabric. She’s a Google Women TechMakers Ambassador, Continuous Delivery Foundation Ambassador, and a Linux Foundation LiFT recipient for Women in Open Source. Lisa also serves on boards and committees for LF AI & Data and OPEA.

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisancao/

In this episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we dive into public speaking and leadership with Lauri Smith, an intuitive public speaking and leadership coach. Join us as Lauri shares her expertise in empowering visionaries on a soul-driven mission to stand in their power, speak their truth, and lead. In the context of the tech industry, we explore the unique challenges faced by women and uncover actionable strategies to overcome obstacles and thrive as authentic leaders. From conquering public speaking fears to finding inner power, this episode is packed with insights to help unleash your authentic leadership potential in the tech world.

Key takeaways:

• Embrace your differences as superpowers and set intentions that align with your strengths.
• Find safe spaces to practice and grow your presence before entering the public world.
• Recognize the physical and energetic sensations of fear versus terror to make courageous decisions.
• Values are like fingerprints, and honoring them can guide your actions and decisions.
• Intuition is a muscle that can be strengthened through practice and listening to its guidance.
• Cultivating inner power: Tips for fighting inner demons and harnessing inner strength.

Join us for an empowering conversation that will inspire and equip you to elevate your voice, embrace leadership opportunities, and create positive change in the tech industry.

Lauri Smith is an intuitive public speaking and leadership coach. She helps visionaries on a soul-driven mission to stand in their power, speak their truth, and Lead. Lauri is the CVO (Caring Visionary Officer) of Voice Matters and the author of Your Voice Matters: A Guide to Speaking Soulfully When It Counts. Her mission is to call forth more open-hearted leaders so they can do their part to change the world with authenticity, creativity, and courage. She envisions a world in which everyone shares the vibration of their soul's purpose with the world through their voices, and together, we reach global harmony.

Lauri can always see the soul underneath the static - which makes her good at motivating people to fight their inner demons and find tremendous inner power.

Follow Lauri on LinkedIn. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauri-smith-voice-matters/)

Check out Lauri's website for Public Speaking and Leadership Coaching. (https://voice-matters.com/)

Your Voice Matters: A Guide To Speaking Soulfully When It Counts

Welcome to another empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," where we dive into the world of tech leadership and explore the unique challenges faced by women in the industry. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Michele Wispelwey, a strategic healthcare executive and passionate advocate for women's health.

Join us as Michele shares her incredible journey of forging her path in a male-dominated field and how her experiences have shaped her mission to empower women in tech leadership. She sheds light on the gaps in women's healthcare and discusses the specific challenges faced by women in their professional lives, including the lack of menopause benefits offered by corporations.

In this episode, we also delve into Michele's groundbreaking venture, FemGevity, a digital telemedicine platform designed to cater to the unique needs of women, especially during the menopause transition. Michele shares how FemGevity is transforming women's health by providing custom concierge care and addressing the gaps in menopause benefits, ultimately empowering women in tech leadership to manage their health and well-being effectively.

Through our conversation with Michele, we aim to inspire and equip women in tech leadership with the knowledge and tools to overcome obstacles, prioritize their health, and achieve their fullest potential. Whether you're just starting or a seasoned professional, this episode offers invaluable insights and actionable tips to help you navigate your career journey in the tech industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Women need access to customized concierge care for menopause and feminine longevity.
• Hormonal changes during menopause can impact women's careers and overall well-being.
• Doubting oneself and comparing to others can hinder personal and professional growth.
• Building relationships and finding mentors who believe in your potential is crucial for success.
• The future of women's healthcare includes automation, DNA analysis, and predictive medicine.

Michele was most recently the Director Of Women's Health Services, where she spearheaded the development of women's health programs in molecular diagnostics, genetics, and cytology. She has achieved success within top-ranked institutions such as Labcorp & Quest Diagnostics. Renowned as a resource, mentor, and strategist, Michele collaborates with various organizations and healthcare leaders to initiate change, improve patient access, and update stagnant processes and programs. Her comprehensive understanding of the diagnostic landscape has enabled Michele to become a visionary leader in the femtech and digital healthcare industry.

In 2022 she founded FemGevity, a digital telemedicine platform that offers women access to custom concierge care for menopause & feminine longevity. As a co-founder of a pioneering women's telemedicine start-up, she brings 18 years of experience implementing women's health initiatives and a relentless passion for driving innovation in the femtech and women's consumer health sectors. Michele's mission is to create solutions that empower women to take control of their well-being and achieve their fullest potential.

Michele has had the privilege of working with a diverse range of healthcare organizations, research institutions, and diagnostic companies nationally and has collaborated with some of the most distinguished women's health physicians in the Northeast to identify opportunities for growth and create actionable solutions for complex challenges. She has been committed to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and empowering women to make data-driven decisions.

Follow Michele on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-wispelwey/

Learn more about Femgevity: https://www.femgevityhealth.com/

Instagram: @femgevity

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/femgevityhealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FemGevity

In this episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we dive into the world of introversion and its unique challenges for women in the tech industry. Our special guest, Jenny Toh, founder of River Life Coaching and a certified professional coach, shares her valuable insights and personal experiences as an introvert.

Jenny's background as a lawyer turned professional coach brings a fresh perspective to the discussion. Together, we explore how introverts can leverage their strengths to increase visibility and create meaningful connections in the workplace without compromising their authenticity. We delve into introverts' struggles, such as self-judgment, holding themselves to high expectations, and feeling drained in social settings, especially during meetings.

Through actionable tips and practical advice, Jenny guides how introverts can make a significant impact by focusing on the value they bring and nurturing meaningful relationships. 

Discover how to reframe your perspectives, embrace introversion as a strength, and develop the confidence to thrive in the tech industry.

Tune in to this empowering episode and learn how to unleash your introverted excellence for a fulfilling and successful career in tech!

Jenny is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) who runs her own coaching practice, River Life Coaching Pte. Ltd. Jenny is also a qualified lawyer in the U.K., Singapore, and Malaysia. She is passionate about coaching introverted individuals to be more visible on their own terms and empowering them to live fully and joyfully.

https://www.riverlifecoaching.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-toh-pcc/ 

https://www.facebook.com/riverlifecoaching

https://www.instagram.com/riverlifecoaching/

In this episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we delve into self-doubt and how it affects women in tech leadership. Our guest, Katherine Wintsch, founder and CEO of The Mom Complex, shares her personal journey of taming the dragon of self-doubt and provides actionable tips for overcoming this common challenge. Join us as we explore the strategies and mindset shifts necessary to unleash your inner tech leader and thrive in the industry.

Katherine Wintsch is the founder and CEO of The Mom Complex where she helps some of the largest companies in the world such as Walmart, Johnson & Johnson, Pinterest and Chobani develop better products and services for mothers. 

She is also author of the popular book Slay Like a Mother – which 

Parade magazine recently named one of the “top 10 life-changing 

self-help books of the year.”

Katherine’s sought-after research on women and mothers has been featured by The Today Show, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Working Mother magazine.

But don’t let all the accolades fool you. She’s also been through years 

of therapy, decades of self-doubt and more than her fair share of tequila. Thankfully, she tamed her “dragon of self-doubt” and now she’s helping other women do the same. 

Here’s the Mean Voice Video-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajCRCHXePi0

Slay Like a Mother Website - https://www.slaylikeamother.com/

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In this empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we delve into leading with intuition in the dynamic and ever-evolving tech industry. Our guest, Dana Shamas, a renowned intuitive leadership coach, guides us through the transformative power of embracing intuition as a woman in tech.

Join us as we explore Dana's unique journey, from feeling like an oddball to embracing her intuitive gifts and using them to help leaders, healers, and changemakers unlock their authentic voices. Through her work with C-Suite executives, team managers, entrepreneurs, and other professionals, Dana has witnessed the profound impact of intuitive leadership on personal growth and career success.

This episode discusses women's challenges in the tech industry and how tapping into intuition can help overcome these obstacles. Dana shares practical tips and techniques for reconnecting with your inner wisdom, navigating emotional triggers, and confidently showing up as your most authentic self in personal and professional relationships.

Discover how intuition can become a powerful tool in breaking free from self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Dana's expert guidance will inspire you to trust your gut instincts and cultivate a deeper connection with your true worth, identity, and aspirations.

Are you ready to redefine success in the tech industry? Tune in to this episode and learn how to harness the power of intuition to thrive as a woman in tech leadership. Get ready to unleash your full potential and make a lasting impact in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Join us as we embark on this transformative conversation with Dana Shamas, and get ready to lead with intuition and empower yourself in the tech industry like never before.

Dana's engaging spirit and infectious laughter uplift and inspire her audiences. Her in-depth knowledge of business and wellness allows her to introduce practical and strategic tools to improve emotional bandwidth. At the same time, her experience in transitional economies as an entrepreneur has taught her to master walking forward into the unknown. She supports leaders to sync business with wellness, enabling them to perform at their peak while maintaining strong mental and emotional health. She loves sharing the tools you need to keep your connection to clarity and peace, even in a chaotic and volatile world.

With 15 years of experience in transitional economies and entrepreneurship, she is a master at walking forward into the unknown. She loves sharing the tools you need to maintain your connection to clarity and peace, even in a chaotic and volatile world.

Dana has lightened the lives of countless individuals, power guiding them to live a more fulfilling and aligned life.

Follow Dana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-shamas/

Learn more about her services: https://www.danashamas.com/ 

In this episode, I interviewed Swapna Savant. Swapna is an accomplished engineering leader with over 17 years of industry experience.

Swapna discusses the importance of building psychological safety within teams in this episode.

She explains that psychological safety is a shared belief among team members that allows them to freely express their thoughts and ideas without fear of negative consequences.

Swapna emphasizes the role of communication, open dialogue, and leading by example in creating a safe and inclusive work environment.

She also highlights the need to celebrate successes and provide real-time feedback.

Swapna explains that embracing diversity and inclusion is crucial for fostering psychological safety and improving team dynamics.

She shares strategies for building trust with remote team members and maintaining psychological safety in a distributed work environment.

Swapna is an accomplished engineering leader who integrates design, strategy, analytics, and end-to-end entrepreneurial ownership.

Swapna is currently leading the engineering teams responsible for expanding the platform capabilities for Fortune 500 companies and enterprise partners.

She has 17 years of industry experience building large-scale systems and high-performing teams. Her expertise revolves around building strategies to lead organizations to be more data-driven, along with platform and productivity engineering serving product, finance, and machine learning.

She is highly passionate about improving diversity and inclusion in tech and is associated with LeanIn Circles. She earned her Master's in Computer Science and started her career with multi-national companies. She later moved to start-ups to feed her creative mind and significantly impact the business's success.

Follow Swapna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swapnasavant/

Join us for an insightful exploration of neurodiversity with Katherine McCord, a pioneering entrepreneur and advocate for inclusive practices. Learn how to foster a work culture that embraces neurodiverse talent, while also delving into Katherine's personal journey as a female entrepreneur with six unseen disabilities.

Gain valuable advice and motivation to overcome obstacles and excel in the tech field. Don't miss this empowering episode of the "From a Woman to a Leader" podcast!

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Join us on this episode of "From a Woman to a Leader" as we delve into the world of nonfiction book writing with our guest, Nancy L. Erickson.

Nancy is an award-winning author and nonfiction book consultant specializing in transforming business leaders, speakers, coaches, and consultants into published authors. 

We explore the power of writing a high-impact nonfiction book to establish oneself as an expert in their field, enhance credibility, and attract a dedicated following. 

Nancy shares her insights on turning ideas into multi-dimensional solutions that extend beyond the pages of a book, such as workshops, speaking engagements, online courses, blogs, and podcasts. 

Discover how communicating your passion can become your work and how your knowledge and experiences have the potential to change lives and transform society. Whether you're new to the tech industry or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable advice for anyone looking to make a lasting impact through the written word.

Nancy Erickson, The Book Professor® coaches business professionals to become authors of high-impact nonfiction books that will establish them as experts in their fields, increase their credibility, help attract a following, and expand their business. When the book is finished, you can take each chapter and repurpose it to create other revenue-producing products that include seminars, workshops, online training, podcasts, and online courses. Nancy Erickson is the owner of two book-related businesses, The Book Professor® and Stonebrook Publishing, an award-winning nonfiction publishing house. Nancy was awarded the Non-Fiction Author Coach of the Year for 2023 from New World Report (formed from the merger of US Business News and Latin America News) In 2022, she was named a Top 10 Book Coach in the US by The Coach Federation.

Learn more about Nancy at her website: https://thebookprofessor.com/

This episode delves into successful transformations, effective change management, and women's journey to the C-suite.

Our guest, Victoria Pelletier, a renowned executive and keynote speaker, shares invaluable insights and experiences from her career in driving large-scale transformation programs. Victoria emphasizes the crucial role of leadership and communication in ensuring the success of digital transformations, mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring initiatives. 

She highlights the significance of transparency, authenticity, and proactive change management in alleviating concerns and fostering confidence among team members. 

Moreover, Victoria provides actionable advice for women aspiring to executive roles, emphasizing the importance of building a strong personal brand, developing a robust network of mentors and sponsors, and creating boundaries prioritizing personal and professional fulfillment. 

Tune in to gain valuable strategies for navigating transformations, advancing your career, and thriving as a leader in today's dynamic business landscape.

Victoria is a 20+ year Corporate Executive and Board Director. Nicknamed the "Turn Around Queen" by former colleagues and employers, Victoria inspires and empowers her team and clients to change mindsets and drive growth in business, leadership, and culture.

As someone who does not subscribe to the status quo, she is always ready for new challenges becoming one of the youngest Chief Operating Officers at the age of 24, a president by 35, and a CEO by age 41. 

Victoria was recognized as one of the 2023 Women of Influence by South Florida Business Journal, 2022 Top 30 Most Influential Business Leaders in Tech by CIOLook, 2022 Most Influential Entrepreneur of the Year by World Magazine, 2021's Top 50 Business Leader in Technology by Insight Magazine and a Mentor of the Year by Women in Communications & Technology in 2020.

HSBC Bank awarded her the Diversity & Inclusion in Innovation award in 2019, and she was IBM's #1 Global Social Seller ranked by LinkedIn in 2019 and 2020.

As a prolific motivational and inspirational speaker, Victoria has delivered keynotes discussing the importance of personal branding and its impact on professional growth, being an empathetic leader in empowering employees, the power of DEI on corporate cultures, and building a life of resilience. 

Learn more about Victoria at her website: https://victoria-pelletier.com/

In this empowering episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we dive into engineering leadership with the brilliant Sharon Gadonniex, a renowned EVP of Engineering with an extensive background in emerging technologies, SaaS, and IoT. Join us as Sharon shares her invaluable insights and strategies for women looking to unlock their leadership potential in the engineering field.

Throughout the episode, Sharon emphasizes the significance of women's representation in engineering and how it can be increased. She shares anecdotes and practical advice on navigating the tech landscape, establishing credibility, and overcoming gender biases. Discover the strategies she employed to hone her technical and communication skills, develop as a leader, and ultimately advance in her career.

Sharon provides actionable tips for women aspiring to thrive in engineering leadership roles. Join us for an insightful conversation that will inspire and equip you to embark on your journey toward leadership greatness.

Sharon Gadonniex is a visionary leader and seasoned technologist with a remarkable career spanning over two decades. With a passion for innovation and a track record of delivering groundbreaking products, she has made significant contributions to various domains, including medical devices, audio, voice cognition, robotics, and mobile telematics.

As an EVP of Engineering, Sharon has established herself as a Builder of Things, leading teams of technologists to drive transformative change and deliver cutting-edge solutions. Her expertise lies in emerging technologies, big data, SaaS, IoT, machine learning, artificial intelligence, software engineering, system architecture, and scaling global teams. With a strong technical background and a keen understanding of industry trends, she has successfully navigated the complexities of the tech landscape, driving organizational growth and fostering innovation.

Sharon's journey to leadership has been shaped by her unwavering commitment to creating growth-oriented environments where individuals can thrive. She firmly believes in the power of understanding her team's skills and interests, providing growth opportunities, and offering support through coaching and process structure. Her ability to recognize the value of continuous learning and evolution has propelled her teams to achieve remarkable success.

As an influential speaker and advocate for women in tech, Sharon has shared her insights and experiences in various talks and panel discussions. She has addressed leadership skills, gender biases, and empowering women in STEM careers. Through her personal stories and practical advice, she inspires and empowers women to overcome challenges and unlock their leadership potential.

With a deep understanding of women's unique challenges in the tech industry, Sharon Gadonniex is dedicated to increasing women's representation in engineering leadership. Her passion for diversity and inclusion drives her to actively promote and support the growth of women in tech, paving the way for a more inclusive and innovative future.

Sharon's expertise, leadership acumen, and commitment to empowering women make her a sought-after voice in the tech industry. Her insights and experiences will undoubtedly provide valuable guidance for listeners of the "From a Woman to a Leader" podcast, whether they are just starting their tech careers or seeking to advance to the next level.

Follow Sharon on LinkedIn.

Ever regret saying something in the heat of the moment?

You’re not alone. In leadership, how you respond under pressure can define how others see you—and how you see yourself. If you’ve ever been labeled “too emotional” or struggled to stay calm when someone pushed your buttons, this episode is for you.

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Cecile Peterkin—leadership coach, former senior manager, and expert in emotional mastery. Cecile shares the lessons her father taught her about managing emotions with grace, and how those lessons shaped her career and leadership style.

Together, we explore what it really means to lead without yelling—and how you can gain respect, set boundaries, and still be your authentic self.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why emotional control is a leadership superpower

✅ How to handle triggers and conflict without losing your cool

✅ The myth of “knowing it all” and how it hurts your growth

✅ How to coach your team without breaking trust

✅ The #1 mindset shift to stop competing and start leading

If you’re tired of being underestimated, second-guessed, or dismissed for being “too much,” this episode will help you step into your power without apology.

🎧 Hit play to discover how emotional intelligence can unlock the respect, influence, and leadership impact you deserve.

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About Cecile Peterkin

With over 22 years of experience coaching professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs, Cecile Peterkin is the Founder of The Leadership Coaching Centre. Her signature approach blends strategic guidance with emotional intelligence to help people lead with confidence, clarity, and calm. She’s passionate about empowering women to break barriers and build legacy careers—without compromising who they are.

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Are you feeling like you're not progressing in your career and don't know how to move forward?

In this episode, I interview Maya Grossman, a career success coach and bestselling author who shares her personal story of taking a big risk to pivot her career. She went from feeling stuck to becoming the CEO of her career.

Maya's Career Success Secrets framework helps ambitious leaders like you make significant leaps in their careers, earn high six figures, and enjoy a work-life balance. In this episode, she shares valuable tips and insights for women in the tech industry to overcome their unique challenges.

Whether you're a beginner in the tech industry or a seasoned professional looking to take the next step, this episode will help you. Join us as we explore strategies, mindset shifts, and systems to achieve your goals and design a fulfilling career and life.

Maya Grossman is a career success coach who empowers ambitious leaders to take control of their careers and make quantum leaps. After feeling stuck in her career for seven years, Maya took a big risk and pivoted to a startup with only five employees, where she made a career-defining decision to become the CEO of her career. She stopped waiting for others to help her grow her career and instead decided what she wanted her career to look like and made her dream a reality. In doing so, she earned multiple promotions and salary increases, worked for Fortune 500 companies like Microsoft and Google, and achieved career success beyond her wildest dreams.

Maya is the author of "Invaluable: Master the 10 Skills You Need to Skyrocket Your Career". Maya's experience and insights inspired her to become a mentor and career success coach, and she offers the Promotion Accelerator course and Success Builders, a 6-month mentorship program designed to upgrade your mindset and skillset to achieve your career and life goals.

Maya's pragmatic approach to career development, authentic voice, and passion for helping others make her a sought-after speaker and podcast guest. 

How to stay in touch with Maya:

👉Follow Maya on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date with her latest insights.

👉Sign up for Maya's newsletter to receive actionable career advice weekly and grow your career 3x faster. 

👉If you're looking to advance your career, Maya's course, The Promotion Accelerator, can help. This course is designed to give you an easy-to-follow step-by-step playbook to consistently qualify for the next level in your career before your company thinks you're ready. 

Join us for an enlightening discussion on networking and personal branding with Calista Phair, an accomplished Networking Guru, Researcher, and renowned "Olivia Pope of Networking & Business." 

In this episode, Calista shares her wealth of knowledge and insights on the power of building partnerships and creating an exceptional personal brand. You'll gain valuable tips and practical advice on networking in the tech industry, from forming meaningful connections to standing out in a competitive landscape. Whether you're just starting your tech career or seeking to advance, this conversation will equip you with the necessary tools for success.

Tune in to "From Woman to Leader" and discover the secrets to networking and personal branding success in the tech industry with this pioneering leader. Don't miss out on this empowering episode!

Calista has nearly two decades of experience specializing in Human Capital. Her niche for Talent Consulting, Training & Development, and Recruitment Strategies is evident in her Making Magic for small to mid-size businesses to connect and keep the best talent. She is known as your Talent Fairy Godmother and has worked in Talent Acquisition and recruited for Amazon, UMPC, Wells Fargo, Departments of Defense, and Coca-Cola, just to name a few. As a result, has increased highly qualified diverse candidates by over 600%, with a 99% placement rate.

Calista is a member of Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity. She was recognized as a 2022 Fab 40 for the Pittsburgh Courier.

Calista is a Seattle native, a Proud HBCU Graduate of Bennett College, and holds a BA in Political Science & Global Studies. She has completed a certificate in Women's Entrepreneurship through Cornell University and a certificate in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace through the University of South Florida.

The heart of her work is centered on creating change management within talent acquisition and recruiting retention and underrepresented talent. Her greatest achievements are in the role of Wife and Mother. When she is not making magic happen for others, she enjoys the magic of travel, networking, and being a foodie trying new eateries."

Connect with Calista Phair on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/calistaptucker/) to tap into her expertise and expand your professional network. 

Check her website (https://www.calistaphair.com/) for a complete list of services (Talent Consulting,  Training & Development, and Recruitment)

For inquiries, email Calista at calistatucker18@gmail.com.

In this episode, I enjoyed speaking with Milena Berry, the Co-Founder and CEO of PowerToFly, a diversity talent acquisition platform connecting underrepresented talent to great careers. 

Milena shared her insights on running a business in times of uncertainty and navigating leadership during challenging times. Her advice is valuable for underrepresented entrepreneurs and folks in executive and leadership roles who want to learn how to lead their teams through uncertainty. 

Milena discussed the challenges of starting a company, finding a co-founder and council for support, recognizing privilege, and amplifying underrepresented voices. 

She also discussed the concept of crisitunity, finding opportunities during crises, and how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted their business. 

Additionally, Milena shared her experience as a female CEO and parent during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of customized accommodations for employees and having empathy toward their needs. 

Listen to this episode to gain valuable insights on leadership during uncertain times and how to navigate the challenges of running a business.

Connect with Milena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milena-berry-she-her-66a4322/

Read more about PowerToFly and how it can help your organization attract, hire, retain, and grow diverse talent 👉 https://powertofly.com/ 

In this episode of "From a Woman to a Leader," we sit down with Lisette Zounon, an accomplished Engineering Leader with over 18 years of experience in the tech industry. Lisette shares her inspiring journey from being a software engineer to building quality in software and hardware as a Quality Assurance (QA) Leader.

She provides valuable insights and actionable tips on how to start and grow a career in Quality Engineering. In addition, her experience and expertise in implementing agile methodologies and DevOps practices to deliver high-quality applications, services, and products will inspire you to take your tech career to the next level.

As a passionate advocate for women in STEM, women's health, and women's confidence, Lisette also shares her thoughts on the unique challenges women face in the tech industry and how to overcome them. This episode is a must-listen for any woman looking to advance her tech career and positively impact the industry. So join us and be inspired!

Learn more about Lisette :

1. https://zsquarecorner.com/
2. https://zsquaresolutionsinc.com/
3. https://zsquaresolutionsinc.com/blog/
4. https://twitter.com/zsquare
5. https://www.instagram.com/zsquare4africa/
6. https://www.linkedin.com/in/zsquare/
7. https://www.facebook.com/zsquare
8. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbdIslghJ4LOgsPvmg9Xsgw

The higher you go on the corporate ladder, the fewer women you see in leadership positions. 

I spoke with Foram Brown about how women in mid-management can rise to executive leadership.

In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges women in tech face when trying to advance their careers.

We explore common roadblocks such as perfectionism, lack of awareness about available opportunities, and the struggle to balance work and family life.

But most importantly, we provide actionable steps and strategies that women can use to overcome these obstacles and achieve their career goals.

You'll learn to identify your niche, marry your skills with your passions, and effectively network, even if you're an introvert.

This episode is a must-listen for any woman in tech who wants to take control of her career and rise to the top.

Foram is the CEO of Executive Search for Women in Engineering, Ex-RollsRoyce, Bombardier & Alstom Engineer, Helping Companies Hire Diverse Leadership Talent.

Foram Brown is an expert in solving the diversity problem in today's competitive job market. With a strong understanding of the challenges faced by women and ethnic minorities in the engineering industry, Foram leverages her network to find the right talent for leadership roles.

With a focus on building trust and relationships with exceptional candidates, Foram can draw them towards her and expose them to potential opportunities they may have overlooked.

As a woman of an ethnic minority, she has a magnetic effect that helps her connect with diverse talent and convince them to consider new opportunities.

With Foram's help, companies can achieve a diverse talent pool without relying on external recruiters.

If you're serious about hiring a diverse leader or board member, contact Foram directly via:

foram@forambrown.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/foram-brown/

https://twitter.com/ForamBrown

https://www.instagram.com/forambrown/

A goal without a plan is just a wish.

Setting your goals is a great way to make the impossible possible. Ensure your Goals are SMART, hence Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. Also, ensure you have a solid plan to finish them, or they will become just wishes.

I had the pleasure of speaking with Ronit Boher Hillel about settings goals and why goals are important. 

How to make reasonable goals and sustain in pursuing them?

If you want to move up the career ladder, you have to hear this episode, and you will get practical tips for goal setting and making the impossible possible.

Ronit Bohrer Hillel is a seasoned product-engineering leader with a track record of delivering innovations and growing concepts to enterprise-level scale products. Over the last +20 years of her career, Ronit led SaaS, AI, no-code, Telecom, and Big Data initiatives as part of enterprise and startup companies. In addition, she is a trained coach and uses coaching as a tool to help individuals reach their goals and accelerate their careers. Lastly, Ronit advocates for accelerating Women in Engineering and is a Speaker at various well-known women in tech conferences.

Follow Ronit on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronitbohrerhillel/

The ‘’broken rung’’ describes the phenomenon where women in entry-level positions are promoted to managerial positions at much lower rates than men. 

This was identified in research by McKinsey and LeanIn.Org (2022), where ‘’For every 100 men promoted from entry-level to manager, only 87 women are promoted, and only 82 women of color are promoted.’’

We discuss with Ashley McCray - Ford what is the Broken Rung and what organizations need to do to fix it.

As well as what individuals (Women and Women of Color) can do about it.

Ashley McCray is obsessed with breaking down barriers, building possibilities, and

changing the world by activating others. A problem solver from birth and an engineer by

degree, she is determined to help individuals design their path to success.

Ashley McCray Ford is a MBA candidate at Harvard Business School where she is the

VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for the Women Student Association. She is the

founder of Chooz, a career accelerator bringing the power of choice to corporate

women of color.

She is a chemical engineer, speaker, and DEI Consultant dedicated to increasing the

opportunities for underrepresented minorities. Ashley’s commitment to improving

corporate diversity didn’t stop when she got to HBS. In fact, her 1st year she put

together two HBS teams which became finalists in a national racial and social justice

case competition. Ashley’s team won the crowd favorite award for their comprehensive

BIPOC financial inclusion plan for Truist bank. Their plan was implemented one year

later when Truist bank launched their first fee-free financial product!

Contact Ashley at:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-mccray-ford-18a25053/
• Website: https://www.choozwoc.com/
• Email address: hi@choozwoc.com
• More on the Broken Rung: Women in the Workplace 2022 Report

I wanted to introduce you to my story. 

And share a tip on how I could take control of my career.

Ever walk into a meeting and think, “What the hell am I doing here?”

If that voice in your head has ever made you question your credibility, your confidence, or your capacity to lead—you’re not alone. And this episode is exactly what you need to hear.

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Therese Miclot—leadership consultant, co-author of The Facilitation Advantage, and Director of Facilitation Excellence at Proteus International. Together, we unpack why facilitation is the leadership skill no one teaches you, and how mastering it can transform not just your meetings—but your presence, influence, and impact.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How to shift your self-talk and silence the inner critic

✅ The real reason facilitation is a superpower in leadership

✅ How to tailor your message to senior execs, peers, or teams

✅ What executive presence really looks like (and how to flex it)

✅ Why good leaders don’t need all the answers—they ask better questions

Whether you’re stepping into a new role, managing a high-stakes conversation, or just trying to be taken seriously in a room that wasn’t built for you—this episode will help you show up with confidence, clarity, and calm.

🎧 Hit play to learn how to lead with more impact—without pretending to be someone you’re not.

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About Therese Miclot

Therese is a seasoned leadership coach, facilitator, and co-author of The Facilitation Advantage. Her passion for human-centered leadership was born in the wake of personal loss and watching the ripple effects of poor leadership at home. With over two decades of experience supporting leaders across Fortune 500s and startups, she helps people lead with empathy, clarity, and presence—changing not just workplaces, but lives.

🔗 Website & Free Assessment: thefacilitationadvantage.com

💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/theresemiclot

What if burnout didn’t show up with a breakdown—but with silence?

In this raw and reflective solo episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I share a deeply personal story that I’ve never told in this way before—the quiet moment on a family road trip when I realized I had become a stranger to myself.

No meltdown. No dramatic collapse. Just a single sentence from my husband that cut through the noise:

“I think you need to leave your job.”

Burnout doesn’t always scream.

Sometimes, it whispers.

And if you’re feeling exhausted, disconnected, or like something’s just off, this episode is for you.

🎧 In this short but powerful reflection, you’ll learn:

✅ The subtle signs of burnout that high-performing women ignore

✅ Why “success” can sometimes mask total depletion

✅ The moment of clarity that changed everything for me

✅ What I did to take back control—starting with one small shift

✅ How to stop waiting for permission to put yourself first

If you’ve been running on empty and wondering if you’re the only one—you’re not.

Let this episode be your permission slip to pause, reflect, and choose you.

🎧 Hit play to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your sense of self.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠Why You’re Not Getting the Leadership Recognition You Deserve (And What to Do About It)

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📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠

▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠

🎙 New episodes every Wednesday — don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with a woman who needs to hear this.

What if the version of you that feels “too intense,” “too emotional,” or “too different”… is exactly who you need to be to thrive?

In this raw and empowering episode, I sit down with Debra Bowers—sales and marketing expert, founder of Hexagon Media, and host of Deals with Heels—to explore what it really takes to reinvent yourself when life knocks you down.

After raising five children, navigating two divorces, losing her mother, and hitting rock bottom in her mid-50s, Debra didn’t just start over—she rebuilt her life and career from the inside out. Not by pretending to be someone else, but by finally accepting who she was all along.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why reinvention isn’t about a rebrand—it’s about radical self-acceptance

✅ How to own the parts of you others said were “too much”

✅ The small non-negotiable habits that helped Debra rebuild her strength

✅ How to create a personal brand that’s true to you, not what others expect

✅ What to do when rejection, setbacks, or burnout make you question everything

Whether you’re going through a major life transition or simply feel disconnected from your own voice, this episode will remind you: it’s never too late to come home to yourself.

🎧 Hit play to learn how to rebuild your confidence, reclaim your story, and step into the life you were always meant to lead.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

📥 Download my free guide: ⁠Why You’re Not Getting the Leadership Recognition You Deserve (And What to Do About It)

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📸 Instagram: ⁠@limorbergman

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About Debra Bowers:

Debra is a seasoned sales and marketing strategist with decades of experience helping businesses grow through smart campaigns and bold branding. She’s the founder of Hexagon Media, host of the Deals with Heels podcast, and a passionate advocate for women reclaiming their voice, visibility, and power—especially after loss or reinvention. Her personal story of rebuilding her life in her 50s has inspired countless women to find their strength, embrace their true selves, and own their path forward.

📘 Download Debra’s free ebook: 5 Steps to Having a Successful Mindset

🌐 Connect with her at hexagonmedia.net or via LinkedIn

What if the only thing standing between you and the business you really want… is the belief that you’re not ready yet?

In this powerful and practical episode, I sit down with Ksenia Votinova-Arnaud—serial tech entrepreneur, INSEAD business coach, and creator of the Weatherproof Business Formula™—to explore how high-achieving women in tech can escape the golden cage of corporate life and launch businesses they love.

From growing up in the Ural Mountains to running a SaaS company while living in Bali and now coaching 1,100+ executives (including women from Google, Salesforce, and Adobe), Ksenia shares the real story behind building a purpose-driven business—without burning out or giving up your paycheck too soon.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How to know when it’s time to leave your corporate job—and what to do first

✅ The mindset shift that helped Ksenia say yes to bold opportunities (even when she had no idea how)

✅ Why “not having a tech background” is not a barrier to launching a SaaS business

✅ How to validate your business idea before quitting your job

✅ Why corporate experience is your superpower as a founder

✅ What makes a business “weatherproof”—and how to build one

Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own thing, or already testing ideas on the side, this episode will give you the inspiration, structure, and courage to make your next move.

🎧 Hit play to start building the freedom, impact, and business you deserve.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

📥 Download my free guide: ⁠Why You’re Not Getting the Leadership Recognition You Deserve (And What to Do About It)

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📲 Stay connected

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About Ksenia Votinova-Arnaud:

Joining us today is Ksenia Votinova-Arnaud, a serial tech entrepreneur, co-founder of Le VPN, and a business coach who helps ambitious women in tech confidently transition from corporate leadership to scalable, purpose-driven entrepreneurship. She is also a business coach for INSEAD business school, where she earned her MBA. With over 20 years of experience in the tech world and a track record of coaching over 1,100 executives—including women from top companies like Google, AWS, Salesforce, and Adobe—Ksenia combines hands-on entrepreneurial expertise with professional coaching. She’s the creator of the Weatherproof Business Formula™, a proven method for building profitable and resilient businesses, and a passionate advocate for clarity, consistency, and positive impact in entrepreneurship. She regularly hosts free masterclasses where she explains her system and the next one is coming up in June, if you want to save your spot at kseniavotinova.com  Ksenia, welcome to the show!

Masterclass sign-up page: https://kseniavotinova.com/masterclass 

Website: https://kseniavotinova.com/

What if the biggest threat to your leadership isn’t failure—but the voice in your head telling you you’re not good enough?

In this bold and empowering episode, I sit down with Jenn Donahue—retired US Navy Captain, PhD engineer, and leadership coach—to talk about how to quiet self-doubt, overcome imposter syndrome, and lead with courage even when everything feels uncertain.

Jenn spent 27 years leading combat engineering teams in Iraq and Afghanistan. She’s survived being shot at, facing down insurgents, and navigating a career in a field where 90% of her peers were men. But her toughest battles? The ones in her own mind.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How to overcome fear of failure—and fear of success

✅ What imposter syndrome really looks like in high-performing women

✅ Jenn’s simple daily practice to rewire your brain for confidence

✅ How to build courage in small, consistent steps (no leaps required)

✅ Why women often hold back—and how to move forward anyway

✅ How sharing your story can inspire others and expand your impact

Whether you’re stepping into a bigger role, hesitating to speak up, or struggling with self-doubt behind the scenes—this conversation will help you trust your voice, take action, and lead with clarity and strength.

🎧 Hit play to activate your inner warrior—and stop letting fear call the shots.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

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📸 Instagram: @limorbergman

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About Jenn Donahue:

Jenn Donahue is a retired US Navy Captain, PhD in engineering, and leadership coach who has built combat bases in war zones, designed earthquake-resistant structures worldwide, and now helps leaders overcome fear and unlock their full potential. Through speaking, coaching, and her upcoming book Becoming the Warrior, she empowers professionals to quiet their inner critic and lead with clarity and confidence.

🔗 Website: jenndonahue.com

🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jenndonahue-phd-pe

What if confidence wasn’t about proving yourself—but about treating yourself like someone you love?

In this powerful and refreshingly honest episode, I sit down with Kristin Zhivago—Silicon Valley veteran, revenue coach to Fortune 500 companies, and founder of a thriving digital marketing agency—to talk about what it really takes to succeed in a man’s world.

Kristin started her career selling machine shop tools at 17, often as the only woman in the room. But instead of shrinking, she doubled down on learning, self-belief, and empathy. Today, she’s built a career helping others do the same—without playing political games or sacrificing who they are.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ What real confidence looks like (hint: it’s not control)

✅ Why being underestimated can be your greatest advantage

✅ How to know when it’s time to leave a toxic job or client

✅ Kristin’s “no jerks” philosophy—and how it transformed her business

✅ What it really means to lead with empathy, integrity, and clarity

✅ Why women shouldn’t see men as the enemy—and how to focus on the real problem

Whether you’re feeling stuck in a toxic culture, doubting yourself in a leadership role, or trying to grow without burning out—this conversation will meet you where you are and give you the perspective you didn’t know you needed.

🎧 Hit play and learn how to lead with courage, walk away from jerks, and rise—on your own terms.

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📥 Download my FREE guide: Why You’re Not Getting the Leadership Recognition You Deserve (And What to Do About It)

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🎧 Listen, follow, and share if this episode resonates. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

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About Kristin Zhivago:

Kristin Zhivago is the President of Zhivago Partners, a digital marketing agency helping companies increase revenue through customer-centric strategies and AI-savvy execution. A former revenue coach to CEOs at IBM, Dow Jones, and dozens of tech companies, she’s the author of the acclaimed book Roadmap to Revenue and a lifelong advocate for leading with empathy, not ego.

🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kristinzhivago

📘 Website: zhivagopartners.com

What if the key to leading with confidence wasn’t your IQ—but your ability to understand and manage emotions?

In this episode, I sit down with Rhonda Parker-Taylor, academic researcher, entrepreneur, and emotional intelligence expert, who shares how she went from flunking kindergarten to leading global research on EQ at the United Nations.

Her story will inspire anyone who’s ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or stuck trying to “logic” their way through leadership challenges.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why emotional intelligence (EQ) matters more than IQ for long-term leadership success

✅ How to develop self-awareness, empathy, and social skills—even if you weren’t “born with it”

✅ Practical ways to reframe your thinking and lead with clarity, calm, and confidence

✅ The unspoken biases women face in meetings—and how to navigate them without shrinking yourself

✅ Rhonda’s personal story of resilience, reinvention, and learning how to listen (for real)

Whether you’re leading a team, navigating tough conversations, or trying to get buy-in for your ideas—this episode will give you a new perspective on how EQ can be your superpower.

🎧 Hit play and learn how to influence without overpowering, listen without losing yourself, and lead from a place of emotional clarity.

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Join the waitlist for my Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: Sign up here

Let’s stay connected:

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🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday—follow, share, and leave a review if this resonated with you!

About Rhonda Parker-Taylor:

Rhonda Parker Taylor is an American writer, entrepreneur, and academic researcher known for her expertise in emotional intelligence and leadership. Author of the suspenseful bestseller Crossroads, endorsed by J.J. Hebert and Mariel Hemingway, Rhonda combines her passion for storytelling with a strong academic foundation. She holds an MBA and a bachelor's degree in science management from Indiana Wesleyan University and is pursuing a doctoral degree in business. As the founder of Intelligence Solutions, Rhonda provides training, research, and business writing services, drawing on over a decade of experience in business and leadership education.

📘 Website: rhondaparkertaylor.com

🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rhondaparkertaylor

Ever feel like you’re living in a box, confined by expectations, titles, and rules you never agreed to?

In this empowering episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Betsy Pepine - best-selling author of Breaking Boxes, Wharton MBA, and powerhouse entrepreneur—to discuss what it truly takes to break free from the limits holding you back.

Betsy has built multiple award-winning businesses, been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the top real estate leaders in the U.S., and founded a nonprofit that supports at-risk families. But her most important work? Learning how to dismantle the invisible boxes that kept her from living life on her own terms.

Together, we examine the fears, mindsets, and “shoulds” that hold women back, and the practical steps to regain your freedom, confidence, and purpose.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ The 3 fears that keep women trapped in boxes, and how to overcome them

✅ How to spot when a box has stopped serving you (and when to step out)

✅ Why fear of failure is one of the biggest mental traps - and how to reframe it

✅ Daily habits to build resilience and embrace discomfort

✅ How to redefine success so it actually fits your life - not someone else’s version

✅ The mindset shifts that turn scary change into empowering opportunity

This conversation will inspire you to question the rules you’ve been living by, honestly assess what’s no longer working, and take bold steps toward the career and life you truly desire.

🎧 Hit play if you’ve ever thought, “There has to be more than this” or if you’re ready to finally break your own boxes.

👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?

📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠

📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠

Ready to get promoted without burnout?

👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠

📲 Stay Connected

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About Betsy Pepine

Betsy Pepine is a best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, and founder of Pepine Realty, consistently recognized as one of the top-producing real estate companies in the U.S. Endorsed by Barbara Corcoran, Dave Ramsey, and Glenn Beck, Betsy also owns a title company, real estate school, and property management brokerage. Passionate about giving back, she founded Pepine Gives, a nonprofit helping families facing housing insecurity.

🔗 Connect with Betsy:

Website: https://www.betsypepine.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsypepine

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betsypepine

Have you ever felt like it was too late to start over or too hard to break into tech—especially in a new country?

In this episode, I sit down with Kavitha Lakshminarasaiah, a Lead Data Engineer, career mentor, and founder of the Lakshya Foundation, who moved from India to the U.S. at 30 to pursue her master’s degree—after a decade-long break from education.

She didn’t just build a successful tech career—she built a community of 90,000+ followers on Instagram where she shares free job search strategies, LinkedIn tips, and real talk on how to land data roles in the U.S.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How Kavitha turned her CPT visa into a full-time job at State Farm

✅ The strategy that helped her reduce her master’s tuition to just $5,000

✅ Why she says GPA isn’t everything—and what you should actually focus on

✅ Her top tips for building an ATS-friendly resume and optimizing LinkedIn

✅ How she’s helping thousands of students and new grads land jobs in tech

Whether you’re an international student, aspiring data engineer, or woman in tech navigating career transitions—this episode will show you what’s possible when you plan strategically, use what you’ve got, and never stop giving back.

🎧 Don’t miss this inspiring and practical conversation—hit play now!

Want more leadership insights?

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Join the waitlist for my Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator—a 12-week group + 1:1 coaching program designed for mid-to-senior women in tech who are ready to be seen, heard, and promoted like the leaders they already are: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator/⁠

Let’s stay connected:

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🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday—subscribe, share, and leave a review if you found this valuable!

About Kavitha:

Kavitha Lakshminarasaiah is a Lead Data Engineer at I-Link Solutions with over 13 years of IT experience and a Master’s degree in Information Systems from Illinois State University.

Her journey in tech is grounded in one powerful belief: knowledge is a gift meant to be shared. After moving to the U.S. to pursue her education, Kavitha launched her Instagram page, @career_with_kavitha, with the mission of helping others break into tech—especially aspiring Data Engineers and Data Scientists.

Through her content, she offers free, actionable resources on job search strategies, LinkedIn bio optimization, and crafting ATS-friendly resumes. Today, her vibrant online community has grown to over 130,000 followers, where she simplifies complex tech concepts and provides career guidance to professionals worldwide.

Kavitha is also the founder of Lakshya Foundation, an NGO in India focused on empowering women and educating children. Her mission is to use knowledge and opportunity as tools to create meaningful change and uplift entire communities—one person at a time.

📸 Instagram: ⁠@career_with_kavitha⁠

🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠Kavitha Lakshminarasaiah⁠

Have you ever felt like life knocked you down so hard that you didn’t know how to get back up, let alone start something new?

In this episode, I sit down with Kimberly Laverdure, an Operations Specialist, Business Consultant, and author of the upcoming book She Defies, who rebuilt her entire life and business after surviving abuse, chronic illness, and career loss.

From being permanently disabled and on public assistance to leading her own business and empowering soul-driven entrepreneurs, Kimberly’s story is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention.

And she doesn’t just share her story—she gives you real, actionable tools to start building your own dream.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ The 5 essential tools you need to start a business (even with no budget or experience)

✅ How to set up your website, scheduler, CRM, and systems the right way from day one

✅ The mindset shift that helped Kimberly turn pain into purpose

✅ How to build a business that supports your life—not drains it

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin—this conversation will inspire you to take that first step.

🎧 Don’t miss this powerful episode—hit play now!

Want more leadership insights?

📥 Download my FREE career guide: https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/

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🚀 Ready to step into your next leadership role?

Join the waitlist for my Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator—a 12-week group + 1:1 coaching program designed for mid-to-senior women in tech who are ready to be seen, heard, and promoted like the leaders they already are: https://limorbergman.com/accelerator/

Let’s stay connected:

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About Kimberly:

Kimberly Laverdure is an Operations Specialist, Business Consultant, and founder of Systemize for Success™. After surviving abuse and living with multiple autoimmune diseases, she taught herself how to build a thriving business and now helps other women systemize and streamline their path to success.

Her upcoming co-authored book, She Defies, launches in January 2025 and features 30 powerful stories of women overcoming incredible adversity.

📚 Join the book waitlist: virtuallifealchemist.com/book

📸 Instagram: @kimberly_laverdure

🔗 LinkedIn: Kimberly Laverdure

🌐 Website: virtuallifealchemist.com

Have you ever looked around and thought,

“This is the life I worked so hard for… so why does it still feel so exhausting?”

You’re not alone.

In this episode, I sit down with Jo Stone, a former Chief Marketing Officer turned high-performance coach and founder of the Balance Institute. Jo had the dream job, the dream house, and all the “success” society told her to chase—until she realized it was burning her out.

Jo shares what most leadership programs get wrong about helping women thrive, the hidden ways we sabotage ourselves through perfectionism, people-pleasing, and procrastination—and how to finally let go of doing it all and start living on your own terms.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How to redefine success in a way that energizes—not depletes—you

✅ The deeper mindset shifts women need (that leadership programs overlook)

✅ The 3 hidden traps keeping high-achieving women stuck and overwhelmed

✅ Why building a new identity is the key to unlocking confidence and influence

✅ How to stop being the “go-to person” and become a true leader

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly doing more but still not feeling enough—this conversation will change how you lead, live, and love your life.

🎧 Don’t miss this episode—hit play now!

Want more leadership insights?

📘 Download my FREE career guide:

https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/

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Let’s stay connected:

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🎧 New episodes drop every Wednesday—subscribe, share, and leave a review if you found this valuable!

About Jo:

Jo Stone is a high-performance coach, leadership consultant, and trusted advisor to ambitious women ready to redefine success. With 20+ years of corporate experience, Jo now helps high-achieving women create lives of balance, purpose, and impact through her programs at the Balance Institute.

🌐 Website: www.balanceinstitute.com

📸 Instagram: @betterbalanceinstitute

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stonejoanne/

🎧 Podcast: Balance & Beyond

Feeling overwhelmed by AI and not sure where to even begin? You’re not alone—and this episode will change the way you see it.

In today’s conversation, I sit down with Nicole Hilgenkamp, an AI and digital transformation leader with over 20 years of experience in reshaping how businesses work. But what makes this episode so powerful isn’t just the tech talk—it’s how Nicole breaks down the human side of AI and how you, especially as a woman in tech, can use it to work smarter, reduce stress, and become a more effective leader.

Nicole believes AI shouldn’t be something you fear—it should be your secret weapon.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ What it really means to be AI-literate—and why it’s crucial for your career

✅ How to start using AI today, even if you’re not “technical”

✅ Why women leaders must get ahead of the AI curve—and how to do it

✅ The biggest myths about AI and job loss (and what’s actually true)

✅ Real-life ways AI can support your work, parenting, and personal life

Nicole also shares her personal journey navigating corporate transformation and how AI helped her redefine her leadership—and herself.

🎧 If you’ve ever thought AI was too complicated or “not for you,” this episode will shift your mindset—and give you practical ways to start leveraging it today.

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About Nicole Hilgenkamp:

Nicole is a leader in AI-driven operational excellence and digital transformation. With a career spanning two decades, she helps businesses unlock potential through innovative tech and people-first strategies. Nicole is passionate about helping women use AI to gain clarity, save time, and thrive both personally and professionally.

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Have you ever felt invisible in meetings?

Are you struggling to prove your worth in a male-dominated industry?

Or wondered how to stand out as a new grad in tech?

You’re not alone.

In this episode, I sit down with Akanksha Gupta, Engineering Manager at DoorDash, who has navigated these challenges firsthand and is here to share the real strategies that helped her rise as a leader in tech.

From building Netflix.com to leading high-stakes engineering teams at DoorDash, Akanksha has learned what it takes to break barriers, gain confidence, and make an impact.

🚀 In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ The #1 mistake holding new grads back—and how to avoid it

✅ Why soft skills matter just as much as technical expertise

✅ How to make your voice heard and advocate for yourself

✅ The self-imposed glass ceilings that keep women from advancing—and how to shatter them

✅ How to confidently negotiate opportunities and step into leadership

💡 If you’re ready to take control of your career, this conversation will empower you to stand out, speak up, and get ahead in tech.

🎧 Hit play now and take the first step toward owning your success!

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About Akanksha Gupta:

Akanksha Gupta is an Engineering Manager at DoorDash, where she leads a critical platform team and is recognized as one of the company’s fastest-growing leaders. Before joining DoorDash, she spent nearly a decade at Netflix, where she helped build Netflix.com and played a key role in improving UI engineering processes and inclusion initiatives. Passionate about equity in tech, Akanksha is dedicated to mentoring, hiring, and helping women and new grads break barriers and thrive in engineering.

👩‍💻 Connect with Akanksha:

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akanksha-gupta-97b7b533/

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Have you ever felt like your career was at a crossroads, unsure whether to stay in a stable job or take a leap into something new?

What if you didn’t have to choose?

In this episode, I sit down with Sarena Diamond, CEO & Founder of Diamond Solutions Group, to talk about The Power of AND—the mindset shift that changed everything for her. After 30 years in corporate America, Sarena was unexpectedly forced into a career transition. Instead of seeing it as an ending, she turned uncertainty into an opportunity and built a thriving consulting business.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

✅ How to navigate career transitions with confidence—even when they’re unexpected

✅ Why we often get stuck in either/or thinking and how to embrace AND instead

✅ The biggest mistakes professionals make when trying to reinvent themselves

✅ How to leverage your skills and experience to create new opportunities

✅ The secret to building a career that aligns with your passion and expertise

If you’re feeling stuck in your career, facing uncertainty, or wondering if you should take a leap, this episode will inspire you to see new possibilities.

🎧 Don’t miss this episode—hit play now!

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About Sarena Diamond:

Sarena Diamond is a transformation executive and organizational change leader with deep expertise in leadership development, communications, and business transformation. As the CEO & Founder of Diamond Solutions Group, she helps business leaders bring their vision to life and navigate change with confidence.

After decades of corporate leadership roles at IBM, Accenture, and Pepsi, Sarena pivoted into entrepreneurship, using her experience to guide executives and organizations through complex transitions. She is also a passionate advocate for empowering women in leadership and career reinvention.

Connect with Sarena:

🌐 Website: DiamondSolutionsGroupLLC.com

🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarenadiamond

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right at work—taking on more responsibility, putting in extra effort—yet promotions and raises keep passing you by?

You’re not alone. And today’s episode will show you exactly how to stop waiting to be noticed and start actively advocating for yourself like a leader.

I’m sitting down with Tabatha Jones, career advancement coach, author, and former corporate executive who went from being overlooked for a decade to getting four promotions in ten years—all by learning how to own her value, speak up, and negotiate like a pro.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ Why hard work alone isn’t enough to get ahead—and what to do instead

✅ How to confidently advocate for yourself without feeling awkward or “braggy”

✅ The biggest career mistakes that hold women back (and how to fix them)

✅ How to negotiate a raise without fear of rejection

✅ A simple step-by-step strategy to position yourself for your next promotion

If you’ve ever hesitated to speak up about your accomplishments, felt undervalued at work, or struggled with self-advocacy, this episode will give you the tools to take control of your career and finally get the recognition—and salary—you deserve.

🎧 Don’t miss this episode—hit play now!

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About Tabatha Jones

📢 Tabatha Jones is the CEO of Empowered Leadership Coaching, a Career Advancement & Leadership Coach, author, and keynote speaker. With over 20 years of corporate leadership experience, she made the bold leap into coaching at 50 and now helps ambitious women break through career barriers, build confidence, and secure promotions faster. She specializes in working with Gen-X women who are ready to stop playing small and make the next years the best of their careers.

🌐 Website:https://www.empowered-leader.com/

🔗 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabatha-jones-4485854/

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Connect with Tabatha and start taking control of your career today!

Have you ever felt stuck in a job that drains you but don’t know how to break free? You’re not alone.

In this episode, I sit down with Jet van Wijk, a multi-7-figure entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and business coach who walked away from the corporate world to create a life and career she loves. She went from working in a windowless basement office to building a thriving business helping others design careers on their own terms—and she’s here to share exactly how you can do it too.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ The first step to breaking free from a job you hate

✅ How to identify your skills and turn them into new opportunities

✅ The digital skills in highest demand—and how you can start learning them today

✅ Why personal branding is a game-changer, even if you’re not an entrepreneur

✅ The hidden ways social media conformity is holding you back—and what to do about it

If you’ve ever dreamed of having more freedom, fulfillment, and flexibility in your career, this conversation will inspire you to take action.

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About Jet:

Jet van Wijk is a multi-7-figure entrepreneur, business coach, and TEDx speaker specializing in digital marketing and online business. As the founder of Laptop Lifestyle Master™ and JVW Agency, she helps professionals break free from traditional 9-to-5 jobs by mastering freelancing and digital skills.

Before becoming a business coach, Jet was an influencer and digital marketer, an experience that shaped her passion for helping others create career freedom. She is also the author of What Influence, a book exploring the mental health impact of social media and how to succeed online without relying on a massive following.

Jet’s expertise has been featured in Forbes, Elle, and Grazia, and she is a co-author of the best-selling book Women Gone Wild: Intuition.

Connect with Jet:

🌎 Website:jetvanwijk.com

📸 Instagram:@jetvanwijkx

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjetvanwijk/

🎤 TEDx Talk: How Influencers Suffer Conformity