The Ripple: A Podcast from Wednesday Women

How can you stand in your character instead of conforming? That’s the question Brianna Doe answers in her upcoming book, The Unapologetic Professional. She sits down with our host, Ashley Laabs, to talk about the importance of unlocking security and mentorship by unlocking your voice. Questions for reflection: How has your definition of professionalism held you back?  How can being unapologetic he...

A single conversation can change everything. That’s what happened when Kim Peretti’s mentor asked questions that sliced through the shield of perfectionism and helped her find her confidence. Questions for reflection: - Do you feel like you are enough? - Do you feel like you are successful? _______ 💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting , who support our mission to uplift wo...

Stop waiting for permission to be noticed, get promoted, and have an impact. Shantel Love joins our host, Ashley Laabs, to talk about how you can honor your journey without fear. Questions for reflection: - What rooms are you in that don't deserve you?  - When are you convincing yourself you can't do something instead of looking for options? Connect with Shantel on LinkedIn:  https://www...

Giddy up because Season 2 of The Ripple is here! This time around, we’re keeping things short and sweet with bite-sized episodes and reflective questions to spark ideas you can actually use in your everyday life. In this quick trailer, you’ll hear from Wednesday Women co-founder Melissa Moody and our ever-energetic and vibrant host, Ashley Laabs, as they spill what’s coming up this season.  We’ve...

When you let fear get in the way, you leave the door open for regrets. Join us as Ikram Guerd, VP of Global Marketing at Aspivix and board member of Inspiring Girls USA, shares how a life-changing mantra gave her the courage to leap into new opportunities. From tackling pain in women’s healthcare to mentoring the next generation of leaders, Ikram reveals how stepping out of her comfort zone helped...

Opportunities aren’t just handed out—they’re cultivated. Ejieme Eromosele shares her journey from customer success rookie to GM of EMEA at Quiq, and how founding Success in Black has created space for others to thrive. She reveals why speaking your goals into existence and building community are key to creating meaningful change. Questions for Reflection: Are you actively cultivating your opportun...

The numbers don't lie, but they dont' tell the whole story either. Abi Williams reveals what it means to break out of "spreadsheet leadership" to build a people-first culture that thrives. Questions for Reflection:  What models of leadership have you inherited? How can you grow through subtraction?  Find Abi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abiolawilliams/  Learn more a...

Heidi Solomon-Orlick dives into workplace diversity through the eyes of travel and leadership. Join us as she shares practical advice for leaders who want to create safe, inclusive spaces. Questions for Reflection:  How can you respond to new situations with more openness?  How can you encourage belonging instead of fitting in?  Find Heidi on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/heidisolomon1 Learn mo...

Your experience can change lives--whether you're a seasoned pro or new to leadership. Join us as Kristi Faltorusso shares how to overcome imposter syndrome and share your knowledge. She teaches us how finding confidence in your voice can get you closer to the people you can help most. Questions for Reflection:  How can your experience help others?  What's holding you back from sharing it...

Listen to a brief mid-season recap from Host Ashley Laabs. And have a wonderful holiday season this 2024!  The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by. 💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/ 💜 Join the me...

Small businesses can have big cultures, too! Molly George joins us to share how she implemented innovative benefits that help her team thrive. Her experimental approach is sure to inspire your next big idea! Questions for Reflection: What would you change about your work culture?  What experiments could you run to make it happen?  Find Molly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-george-ki...

Not all advice is worth taking. That's the lesson Noelle Russell learned after her mentors underestimated her. Instead of playing it small, she learned to embrace her instincts and create a supportive community of her own. Questions for Reflection: - How do you know what advice is worth listening to? - What do you owe yourself? - How can you take the opportunities that are presented? Find Noe...

Have you noticed our questions for reflection?  Here's a bit about the why and how we've created the Ripple to help YOU.  Hear from host Ashley Laabs ... and then let us know what you think! The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by. 💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newslett...

Join us as Hang Black shares how her experience as an immigrant shaped her mission to create joyful community at work. Her lens on human-centered sales processes and diverse teams is an inspiring look at what it means to be a curious leader.  Questions for Reflection  How can you encourage a spirit of discussion instead of debate?  How can you bring more joy into your relationships?  Find Hang on...

Yes, we CAN have it all! Krissy joins us to talk about her journey balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood, and how it taught her to live life unapolagetically. Learn to ignore the naysayers and build the life that fits your personal definition of success. Questions for Reflection:  What's your definition of "having it all?"  What are the "shoulds" taking up your limited...

Don't let plan B keep you from achieving your goals. Alina Vandenberghe shares her journey up the corporate ladder and blasting off to found Chili Piper, valued at $700 million. She reveals the importance of conviction when building a culture and company that thrives.  Questions for Reflection  What would it look like to bring more conviction into your decisions?  Who are your biggest support...

Are you saying yes to the things that matter? Karrie Sanderson draws on experiences from her career as an executive at companies like Typeform and Smartsheet to show how we can embrace more opportunities—even when they're outside our comfort zone.  Questions for Reflection  What do you want to say yes to?  How can you build the confidence to trust your gut?  Find Karrie on LinkedIn: https://w...

From engineering to entrepreneur, Juhi Saha has taken each step forward in her career with a strong sense of personal agency. Now, as the CEO of Partner1, she shares how portfolio careers are giving people a fresh playbook for success. Questions for Reflection  Where do you feel stuck? Are there any moves you haven't explored yet?  Find Juhi on LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juhisaha L...

Resilience expert Stacey Copas shares the moment that motivated her to step into her story and her life's work. Join us as she recalls how she turned a life-changing accident into a life-affirming career. Questions for Reflection  How could your story help others?  What's keeping you from telling your story?  Find Stacey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceycopas/ Learn about A...

Join us as Marija Skobe-Pilley shares her story of transitioning from individual contributor to leader of the Women in Customer Success Platform. Her passion for finding female role models led her to fill a persistent gap in her industry and blaze a trail for aspiring leaders everywhere. Maria shares the importance of visibility and representation to help women keep climbing the ladder. Questions...

The job market may be tough, but intention and consistency conquer all. Nadia Milani, VP of Marketing at FundThrough, talks about how her personal values helped her make the right moves. Learn how to stay true to yourself on the job hunt—and see the red flags earlier—to build a career that loves you back.  Questions for Reflection  What are some red flags you may be ignoring?  What needs are you p...

Having more women in sales isn't just good for women—it's good for business! Get practical advice for finding mentors and developing a supportive network from Lori Richardson, Founder of Score More Sales.  She gives insider perspective on overcoming barriers in a male-dominated industry so you can keep climbing the ladder and grow diverse teams.  Questions for Reflection  Are you being c...

What if your customers were your best co-creators? In this epsiode we explore how collaboration, support, and relationships are challenging the traditional sales playbook. Janice B. Gordon, Founder of Scale Your Sales, shares the new rules for driving revenue with integrity.  Questions for reflection:  How can you invite more co creation into your work and your life?  How can your organization&apo...

What does it look like to establish a human-centered approach to sales and company culture? In this episode, we sit down with Samantha McKenna, CEO of #samsales, to get a behind-the-scenes-look at how authenticity and growth became inextricably tied in her business. Questions for reflection: How can you be more authentically yourself in your work? How can you contribute to making work a more human...

Stop people pleasing and playing it small with inspiration from Brandi Starr, COO at Tegrita. She shares how a mixup on her very first day in a leadership position set the tone for the rest of her career. Questions for reflection:  Where would it be helpful for you to get comfortable with ruffling a few feathers?  How can you use empathy to diffuse tension?   Find Brandi on LinkedIn: https://www.l...