Leading with Power & Purpose

What does it mean for you to step in and embody inclusive leadership? Inclusive leadership is the ability to make people feel heard, seen, valued, included, and treated fairly. As a leader, to cultivate a culture of belonging in your organization, you must be willing to learn and incorporate some attributes. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, Sabine explains the power of teams for leade...

How do you, as a leader, rise above the recession so you can continue leading yourself and others? When you learn how to navigate this period, the threat will become less, and you can use it to set your business for a brighter financial future. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, Sabine talks about the recession and what it means for leaders. She discusses how a shift in your mindset can...

What does it really mean to be good at time management and productivity? A good time manager knows how to set boundaries and communicate them because only then can they be productive. As a leader, it’s important to have long-term goals that impact how you make your day-to-day decisions. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we have Anna Dearmon Kornick, a time management coach and host of...

How do you rise to the occasion in a new leadership role within a new organization? Succeeding in a new and bigger leadership role as a woman requires overcoming barriers and having a support system to help you make your impact. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we have Jessica McClain, the Chief Financial Officer for Girl Scouts Nation's Capital. Before transitioning to the not-f...

What are you willing to risk to succeed as an entrepreneur? Even though many today are getting into entrepreneurship in hopes of “getting rich quick”, true entrepreneurship requires determination, tenacity, and grit. It’s about having a passion for what you’re doing and being consistent amid the turbulence. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we have Nellie Akalp, an entrepreneur, small...

Are you funder-ready? If you have goals to increase your philanthropic impact through your non-profit or small business, it is imperative that you have everything in order and are prepared for funding. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we speak with Kisha Collier on how she leverages her resources and experience to elevate the vision of others in building, scaling, and increasing the s...

How do you invest in yourself and utilize your unique skills to become a successful leader? Leading from a unique, curious, and compassionate perspective allows you to create a work environment where everyone in your team feels supported, protected, and advocated for. On this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we’re joined by Mary Hendra. Mary is an executive leader and entrepreneur bringing cu...

Does your business have the systems and processes in place it needs to run smoothly? To focus more of your time and energy on your creativity and business growth, it’s important to have systems and processes that support your business routines and ensure efficiency. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we have Kariz Matic, the CEO of The Matic. She has 20+ years experience delivering tech...

In entrepreneurship, you don’t necessarily have to know everything when starting out. Sometimes, the best you can do is to allow your development and growth to lead you. Learning as you go and pivoting when you have to is how you’ll find success as an entrepreneur. On this week’s episode of She Leads Now, I’m chatting with Victoria Brodsky. She’s the founder of DrinkLyte Co., and also serves as an...

If you have a vision of becoming an entrepreneur, go after it, and don’t let what others say stop you. Keep dreaming big and allow yourself the grace during that process of building your business. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we have Dr. Marielle Barrow, a Fulbright scholar, social entrepreneur, arts management consultant, and visual artist. She’s the president of Caribbean InTran...

Are you tapping into your resilience to create the workplace you want as a leader? Building resilience is about strengthening your relationships with others in your organization to become connected and better centered. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we have Meri McCoy-Thompson, the Chief Operating Officer at Dovetail Learning, who previously worked with amazing teams and strong part...

What are the skills needed for you to rise to the C-suite and make a difference in your organization? Climbing the ladder to become a CEO isn’t smooth sailing; it’s a bumpy road that requires building your name, education, grit, positivity, and connections. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we’ll hear how Katha Blackwell has climbed up in the C-suite, her first 90 days as CEO, and her...

Have you thought about building a hybrid workforce in your organization? In a time where not every employee wants to work in an office setting or have the traditional 9-5 work day, as a leader you need to rethink how you hire and manage your team. The decisions you’re making today are very crucial to your hiring and retaining talent in the next 2-3 years. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podca...

Are you feeling misaligned with your life path and need a transition? Maybe it’s time you find the courage to take leadership of your life? You might find that pivoting from what is already comfortable is what you need to start living in your creativity and build your vision. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we’ll hear how Jane Applegath pivoted from a career as a stockbroker to becom...

How can you measure your effectiveness as a leader? Growing to become a competent leader means developing strong leadership skills in different areas.  In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, Sabine explains 10 core leadership competencies focused on a leader’s effectiveness in leading others. She also explains how to cultivate the company vision and mission and develop people for better out...

Networking is powerful and fundamental but yet a different experience for women than men. Unlike men who’re socialized to network from an early age, us women are taught to be nurturing and nice which makes networking more challenging for us in the beginning. How then do we make it possible to break this barrier? In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, Sabine explains some strategies on how t...

Do you have a vision for the success of your business in the next 10-15 years? As a leader and a business owner it is critical that you prioritize longer-term success regardless of any internal or external circumstances. The key to long-term success is about being mindful, cautious, and intentional in your decisions. In this episode of She Leads Now Podcast, Sabine talks about the five key steps y...

Are you looking to transition into being an entrepreneur but confused about the starting point?  Often, it is a journey full of hurdles as we're uncertain about what the next leg holds.  Our Fearless Female Friday Spotlight is  Shakeena Johnson. Shakeena is a Life & Business Coach and the Founder of JSR Vision. Shakeena transitioned from corporate into entrepreneurship and helps coaches,...

The process of transitioning from a solopreneur to a CEO isn’t instant and requires a mind shift from doing to being. To become the CEO that your business needs to grow, you’ll have to fully step into that identity, loosen your hold on the day-to-day operations, and trust your team to do their best work. Is this a journey you’re prepared to undertake? A solopreneur is responsible for the main deli...

Statistics show that 75% of executive women report having personally experienced impostor syndrome at different points in their career, and 85% believe imposter syndrome is commonly experienced by women in corporate America. In this episode of the She Leads Now Podcast, we’ll learn from Suzanne McColl on how to deal with imposter syndrome. Suzanne is a Therapist, as well as an author and speaker....

Part of being successful in business is embracing yourself and sharing your identity and skills with others. Your identity is important in how you lead and leverage every opportunity that is crucial in growing your business.  In this week’s episode, we’ll hear how Zaakirah Muhammad built her photography and branding business to empower other minority-owned businesses. She has more than 10 years of...

Globally, women hold just 24% of senior leadership positions. Women represent 45% of the S&P 500 workforce but only 4% of the CEOs. According to 2019 statistics, more than 11.6 million businesses are owned by women employing nearly 9 million people and generating 1.7 trillion in sales. What does all of that tell us? That women are making an impact in their industries and changing the way the “...

Millions of people have quit their jobs since the COVID-19 pandemic began. In December of 2021: Employers reported some 10.9 million job openings in a survey from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, well above pre-pandemic averages. 4.3 million people quit or changed jobs in December 2021 — many of those were women. The reality is: The Great Resignation is making it hard for most employers to find emp...

Are you a career woman thirsting for success and on the hunt for winning strategies to elevate your confidence, courage, and influence? Laura Leach is our featured guest this week for the Fearless Female Friday series. Laura is a skilled and certified career coach who focuses on professional, mature women in technology transition and pivoting their careers. Laura was a recruiter for 23 years in th...

We are in the day and age where networking is changing, and relationship marketing is taking place. More and more people are learning how to leverage relationship marketing. Your network is your net worth. When you learn how to leverage your network in a way that is meaningful and mutually beneficial, you will be amazed by the many amazing things that will happen to you and your business. If you a...