The Women's Leadership Today Podcast

Michelle interviews Andrea Flack-Wetherald about how she helps people apply improv to their professional lives. They discuss the importance of brave conversations and vulnerability in building connections and creating a positive work culture, the power of forgiveness in leadership, and the need to be present in the moment. Additionally, Andrea discusses the power of curiosity and the importance of...

Michelle interviews leadership coach and author Carla Miller about how women can find their voice, influence effectively, and lead with authentic confidence in the workplace. Carla has 15 years experience coaching CEOs, Directors and high-potential managers across sectors, on top of her own leadership roles as Managing Director of Charity People and CEO of Tiny Tickers. She has also raised over £2...

Michelle interviews Kimberly Tableman about what it means to achieve peak performance. Kimberly and Michelle highlight the challenges women face in male-dominated industries and the significant impact of women supporting each other. Kimberly draws parallels between athletes and professionals, emphasizing the need for ruthless prioritization, holistic self-care, and creating a strong support system...

Michelle interviews Wendy Meadows, author of Sparkle and Grit , about making positive changes in your everyday life to avoid burnout. Wendy offers her own personal experiences with burnout as well as the challenges faced by her clients, such as feeling overwhelmed and losing sight of who they are. The conversation explores the impact of technology and blurred work-life boundaries on burnout. Wendy...

Michelle interviews Erin Lydon, President of Poker Power about how poker can empower women and help develop key professional skills. Erin reveals how the analytical thinking, risk assessment, and social dynamics of poker translate to the corporate world. Tune in to hear how poker mimics real-life situations and can be a powerful training ground for women seeking to get ahead in their careers and l...

Michelle Myers interviews United Airlines pilot Liz Blanco about her experiences as a woman in the male-dominated aviation industry. They discuss Liz's path to becoming a pilot, her 12-year break from flying, and her pursuit to re-enter the workforce. She offers heartfelt advice to other women interested in a career in aviation and emphasizes that with passion and determination, it's never...

Nikolette speaks with AI guru, Marissa Brassfield about how AI can help lift the mental load of trying to do it all, plus how we can free up time in our professional and personal schedules. Listeners will discover how to implement AI into daily workflows to reclaim their time and explore their passions, as well as how to eliminate guilt over reclaiming time for yourself. Marissa shares her favorit...

Nikolette talks with Claire Chandler about being vulnerable and authentic in leadership, giving yourself and others permission to be human, and how these choices make healthy leaders who guide successful teams. Learn how to embrace your true self in the workplace even if you've learned to hide it in the past, and use your vulnerability as a tool to grow on purpose. Claire Chandler is the presi...

Michelle interviews Antonio and Paris Buchanan on what they've learned about professional collaboration from combining their personal and working relationships. As an entrepreneurial power couple, they've learned to navigate the intersection of personal and professional and embed those lessons into their own organization. Learn from this dynamic duo how to challenge others respectfully, es...

Michelle interviews Bessi Graham about how to connect your personal passions to your organization. Listeners will discover how to strategically pitch the things you care about to organizational leaders and how to connect those passions to the organization's goals. Doing this not only helps you become a more productive and confident leader, but also helps your organization support meaningful en...

Michelle interviews Dr. Lynn Kelley about the challenges for women in heavy industry and male-dominated fields, how to handle the challenges unique to these industries, and why it's important for women to consider and pursue careers in male-dominated industries. Change Questions  author Lynn Kelley is a Senior Advisor to Brown Brothers Harriman Capital Partners and serves on the Board of Direc...

Michelle interviews Rochelle Rivas, Mentor of the Year, about the nitty gritty of mentorship. They discuss why it's important to consider who you're working with and why, when and how to "break up" with your mentor/mentee, and how Rochelle's unconventional approach to mentorship works for everyone involved. Rochelle is deeply committed to serving her local community. She sits...

Nikolette interviews Berta Aldrich about the barriers that hinder women's progress in Executive Level positions, and how to overcome these obstacles to achieve success. What secrets are women leaders not told when moving into the higher levels and how do can you use this knowledge to get ahead of the game? Berta Aldrich is an award-winning C-suite executive turned author of a top rated, best-s...

Michelle and Hulya discuss the new face of leadership, how the new generation is changing the game, and how AI will affect the future of leadership. Hulya also provides insight on a new way to view "authority" and how to become the CEO -Chief Empowerment Officer - of your own career. Hulya Kurt began with Reuters and over her 32-year career there, she held multiple global responsibilitie...

Michelle interviews Tannette Johnson-Elie about racial and gender bias in the workplace, how far we've come, and how far we still have to go. They discuss the long-term health and career repercussions for women of color facing discrimination and unrealistic expectations. Michelle and Tannette also look at what organizations and individuals can do to better support women of color in the workpla...

Nikolette interviews Natalie Zimmerman and Angela Milligan about their leadership journeys and what they've learned to be the most important skills needed for emerging women leaders today. They discuss the sisters' immense passion for giving back to their community and to future leaders, how to stick to your values, and about how important it is to continue your education every day. Angela...

Michelle interviews Debra Richardson, MBA, APM, APPM, CPRS about forging her own path in the industry of Accounts Payable. Debra recognized a need that was not being fulfilled and decided to take the initiative to provide the resources herself. Michelle and Debra discuss how to overcome the anxiety that holds us back from jumping in, the importance of networking and finding support, and keeping a...

We are excited to announce that Progressive Women's Leadership is now:   Women's Leadership Today   The new name and logo represent our ongoing commitment to the education and advancement of women in the workplace. We understand that the leadership landscape is constantly evolving, and we strive to provide the most up-to-date and relevant content to help women succeed.    The rebranding an...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Nikolette interviews Mandy King, holistic nutritionist and founder of HEAL Wellness, about what you can start doing today to boost your mental well-being. Do you know just how interconnected mental health and physical health are? Nikolette and Mandy get down to the basics: How does blood sugar affect stress? How can our eating habits boost our resilience?...

Michelle interviews Nicole Greer, CEO of Vibrant Coaching. They discuss efficient change management, making impactful decisions, and why change is not only inevitable, but necessary. Nicole explains how women in particular are built to manage and lead change and how you can become a change agent at any point in your career. As principal coach and CEO of Build a Vibrant Culture(TM), Nicole Greer he...

Michelle interviews Robin Merle, President of Robin Merle Associates, LLC about grieving and recovering from change, living a dimensional life, and why "no" is actually Robin's favorite answer. Robin Merle is the author of Involuntary Exit, A Woman’s Guide to Thriving After Being Fired, which won the 2022 Gold Medal Nonfiction Book Award. She is the President of Robin Merle Associate...

Michelle speaks with Rhonda Sher, The LinkedIn Diva, about how professionals today are underutilizing LinkedIn and what a difference it can make in your career today. They discuss how powerful LinkedIn is when it comes to networking, professional credibility, and increasing your visibility in your industry. "If you're not LinkedIn, you're left out!" - Rhonda Sher Rhonda is known...

Nikolette speaks with Brenda Harrington, author of "Access Denied: Addressing Workplace Disparities and Discrimination," a book that shares stories about the lived experiences of minorities in the workplace and provides tools for navigating challenging circumstances. They talk about what called Brenda to write her book, the importance of identity and support, and how to advocate for your...

Michelle interviews Nicole Riegl, Head of Enterprise Education Strategy at The Institutes. They discuss the differences between 'equality' and 'equity' and what that means in the workplace. Nicole speaks about the upcoming 'talent gap' and how it presents the opportunity to diversify the workforce, and how to ensure equity in recruitment, culture, and retention practices.  As head of Enterpri...

Nikolette interviews Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs about self-awareness, developing positive self-talk, and the importance of soft-skill development in the workplace today.  Nancy is an empowering leadership and professional development consultant, children’s book author, and motivational speaker – appearing monthly on KMOV’s News 4 “Great Day.” She is also a contributor for many radio stations and...