Promoted with Denise Harris, Executive Coach

In this episode of Promoted with Denise Harris , I’m joined by Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier , leadership psychologist, executive coach, and author of The Resilience Plan . With over 20 years of experience at the intersection of high performance and mental health, Dr. Pelletier challenges one of the most common leadership assumptions: that resilience is a fixed trait. Instead, she reframes it as a dy...

In this episode of Promoted with Denise Harris , I’m joined by Susan Begalka , Founder and CEO of SkyLimit Leadership and a transformational executive leadership coach known for helping leaders turn insight into lasting impact. With deep expertise in CliftonStrengths®, neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and positive psychology, Susan brings a practical, human-centered approach to leadership dev...

 In this solo episode of Promoted with Denise Harris, I explore a concept many high-achieving professionals experience but rarely name: messy success. It’s that moment when you reach a milestone—a promotion, a new role, a big life win—and instead of feeling fulfilled, you feel tired, disconnected, or quietly unsettled. If you’ve ever thought, “Why doesn’t this feel the way I expected it to?” this...

In this inspiring episode of Promoted with Denise Harris, I sat down with Sheryl Raphael Whitaker, Founder & CEO of EdenAnthony Elite Talent Solutions and author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller It Starts with Joy: The Inner Shift that Changes Everything. Sheryl is an executive coach, leadership strategist, and former head of enterprise learning and talent development for over 37,000 employees at U...

In this episode of Promoted with Denise Harris, I had the pleasure of speaking with Lisa Fain, CEO of the Center for Mentoring Excellence and a global authority on mentoring and developmental networks. Lisa has built her career around helping organizations foster connection, inclusion, and growth, drawing on her background as an attorney, corporate leader, and advocate for diversity and inclusion...

Welcome back to Promoted with Denise Harris—the podcast where leaders come to grow. Season 1 gave us incredible conversations with trailblazers like Valencia McClure, Debbie Wissel, Julia Pimsleur, and Gilda Squire—each one sharing hard-earned wisdom on carving out their path to success. Now, Season 2 is here… and we’re turning it up a notch! This season is all about thinking bigger, owning your v...

Welcome to the Promoted with Denise Harris podcast, where we have impactful conversations about navigating our careers, how to stand out and of course, how to get promoted. In the episode we’re joined by Gilda Squire. Gilda founded Squire Media & Management, Inc. in 2008. The boutique management and PR firm The firm manages public relations for actor Wendell Pierce, who earned his first perfor...

Welcome to the Promoted with Denise Harris podcast, where we have impactful conversations about navigating our careers, how to stand out and of course, how to get promoted. In the episode, the focus is on the critical role of communication in leadership.  Great leaders aren't just great talkers. They know how to listen. They understand that communication isn't just about delivering a mes...

Welcome to the Promoted with Denise Harris podcast, where we have impactful conversations about navigating our careers, how to stand out and of course, how to get promoted. In the episode we’re joined by Tamara Fields. Tamara Fields is the U.S. Public Service Industry Lead at Accenture, where she drives operational efficiency for government entities through transformative back-office solutions and...

Welcome to the Promoted with Denise Harris podcast, where we have impactful conversations about navigating our careers, how to stand out and of course, how to get promoted. In the episode we’re joined by Brenda Barbour. Brenda is a senior executive with over 25 years of experience leading and transforming diverse teams across a range of industries. Known for her leadership and vision, Brenda has a...

Welcome to the Promoted with Denise Harris podcast, where we have impactful conversations about navigating our careers, how to stand out and of course, how to get promoted. In the episode we’re joined by Debbie Wissel, President of Swing Search, a recruiting firm that specializes in finding top performers for high growth startups.  Debbie entered the world of recruiting and leadership search in 20...

Welcome to the Promoted with Denise Harris podcast, where we have impactful conversations about navigating our careers, how to stand out and of course, how to get promoted. In the episode we’re joined by Valencia McClure. Valencia is Vice President, Governmental and External Affairs and President, Pepco Region, responsible for shaping, leading and executing external affairs strategies and programs...

In this powerful episode, Ruth shares invaluable insights on the courageous leap from executive to business owner, the importance of building your network and cultivating relationships that propel your career forward.

Jackie Hilton brings over 30 years of operational and leadership prowess to the table, honed in Fortune 500 powerhouses and leading mid-market and non-profit organizations.

Unlock your potential & elevate your leadership with our latest Promoted Podcast featuring the inspiring Morgan Cato, a trailblazer in the NBA's front office. Morgan Cato is a Sports Influencer, Business Executive and Change Agent. In June 2022, Morgan joined the Phoenix Suns executive group as Assistant General Manager and VP of Basketball Operations, making her one of the leagues highes...