Women Don't Do That (WDDT)

What if building a successful career isn't about climbing a straight ladder, but learning how to make choices that work for your life? Aliza Knox has spent four decades building an international career across consulting, financial services, and technology, including leadership roles at Google and Twitter. In this conversation with Stephanie Mitton, she shares what she's learned about taking career...

What does ambition look like when you're building a career, raising a family, navigating change, and trying to make room for yourself, too? In this season-launch episode of WOMENdontDOthat, host Stephanie Mitton shares the thinking behind the show's refresh and a more intentional approach to ambition, leadership, and the lives women want to build. This episode covers: Why courage can mean being ho...

What if the thing holding you back isn't whether you're capable, but whether you're willing to take the first step before you feel ready? From the WOMENdontDOthat Vault, we're revisiting a conversation with farmer, mother, speaker and mental health advocate Megz Reynolds about taking risks, navigating uncertainty and building a life that doesn't fit neatly into one box. Megz shares her unexpected...

Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, lead and make decisions. As we get ready for our FREE Introduction to AI for Women course tomorrow, August 19, we’re bringing this timely conversation with Kelly Sinclair back from the WOMENdontDOthat Vault. Whether you're curious, skeptical or simply unsure where to begin, this conversation offers a practical and thoughtful introduction to what...

From the WOMENdontDOthat vault, Stephanie Mitton revisits a deeply personal conversation about periods, parenting, and changing the stories girls inherit about their bodies. Growing up, Stephanie and her cousin had a code word for their periods. They called them “friends,” a small example of how early many girls learn to whisper about something completely normal. Years later, as her own daughter a...

Originally released in 2021, this conversation returns from The Vault because its message is just as relevant today. Stephanie sits down with Marci Ien to talk about finding purpose, using your voice, embracing unexpected opportunities, and leading through discomfort. From journalism to Parliament, Marci shares why representation matters, how courage grows through action, and why saying yes to the...

In this vault episode, Stephanie Mitton sits down with professional hockey player Brooke Stacey for a conversation about resilience, identity, and the many roles women hold throughout their lives. From representing Canada on the international stage to navigating motherhood during a global pandemic, Brooke reflects on what hockey has taught her about perseverance, purpose, and staying true to herse...

What if your best years are still ahead of you? Society often tells women that aging means becoming invisible. Lisa Kirbie believes the opposite. After turning 50, navigating divorce, launching a new business, moving cities just before the pandemic, and becoming a grandmother, Lisa discovered a new level of confidence, freedom, and purpose. In this conversation, she shares why starting over can be...

In this episode host Stephanie dives into how mom guilt impacted her career and personal life. Find out what lesson she wished she learned earlier, how it impacted her, how you can avoid making the same mistake, and what to do if you made it too. This episode is inspired by my podcast episode with Renee Rein, Mom guilt with the Mom Room’s Renee Reina. Ep. 90. https://www.patreon.com/womendontdotha...

As we head into the summer, Stephanie Mitton reflects on the season, shares a personal update about navigating perimenopause while balancing leadership, motherhood, ADHD, and chronic migraines, and offers a preview of what's ahead for WOMENdontDOthat. She also shares opportunities to stay connected over the summer, including vault episodes, a free AI workshop, and ways listeners can help shape the...

Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, lead and make decisions. Whether you're curious, skeptical or simply unsure where to begin, this conversation offers a practical and thoughtful introduction to what AI means for women today. Stephanie Mitton sits down with returning guest Kelly Sinclair, entrepreneur and AI company co-founder, to explore why women are adopting AI more slowly tha...

What does it really mean to be strong? In this episode, Kristen Pearn, Senior Associate at Beacon North Strategies, CrossFit athlete, and national-level Olympic weightlifter, shares her experience navigating career transitions, setbacks in sport, and personal challenges while continuing to pursue ambitious goals and stay open to new opportunities. This episode covers: How major life transitions ca...

What Are You Trying to Carry That You're Allowed to Put Down? What happens when you stop carrying things that were never yours to hold in the first place? In this solo episode, Stephanie Mitton reflects on the beliefs, expectations, and responsibilities she's been learning to put down. From motherhood and leadership to health, body image, and boundaries, she shares the lessons helping her come bac...

What happens when the systems you've built are no longer working for you? In this conversation, Heather Cayouette, founder and CEO of Firefly Strategic Consulting and author of Reset the System, shares practical insights for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by competing priorities. From burnout and decision fatigue to change management and organizational growth, this discussi...

What happens when you know something is wrong with your body, but no one seems to be listening? In this episode, Stephanie Mitton sits down with award-winning journalist and host of TVO's Mistreated, Nam Kiwanuka, for a powerful conversation about women's health, medical dismissal, and the gaps in research that continue to impact women across Canada and beyond. Nam shares her personal experience n...

Alana Riley is the Senior Vice President, Product & Distribution, Mortgage and Banking Solutions at IG Wealth Management. In this episode, Alana and host Stephanie discuss how Alana got to where she is today (personally and professionally), how she makes it work as a parent, what she wants you to know about financial planning, and the risk that changed her life. Alana is inspirational, had me thin...

In this episode of WOMENdontDOthat, Stephanie Mitton sits down with Julie Kalinowski and Angela Pastor, co-founders of The Fitzroy, Canada’s leading dress rental service, to talk about confidence, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and building a business women genuinely love using. What started as a small pop-up boutique grew into a national dress rental company helping women across Canada find lo...

Olympian Cynthia Appiah joins Stephanie Mitton for an honest conversation about disappointment, resilience, reinvention and what happens when the thing you worked for does not go the way you hoped. After nearly walking away from bobsleigh following the 2018 Olympics, Cynthia chose a different path. She moved into the driver’s seat, rebuilt her career as a pilot and went on to represent Canada on t...

Amelia Earhart is often remembered for how her story ended. But what if we’ve been missing the most important parts of her life all along? In this episode, Stephanie sits down with journalist and author Rachel Hartigan to explore a more complete and human picture of Amelia Earhart. From ambition and identity to risk-taking and imperfection, this conversation connects her story to the real pressure...

What does leadership really look like, and who decided that? In this solo episode, Stephanie Mitton shares her honest reflections on navigating male-dominated workplaces while staying true to who you are. From early career pressures to “fit the mold” to building her own company, she unpacks the tension between professionalism and authenticity, and what it takes to lead in a way that feels aligned....

What do you do about dinner when you’re overwhelmed, stretched thin, and just trying to get through the week? In this solo episode, Stephanie shares what feeding her family actually looks like right now, not in a perfect season, but in a full one. After trying meal kits, planning systems, and cooking from scratch, she’s reached a point where capacity matters more than intention. This is an honest...

Join me today as I share personal insights and eight invaluable tips for professionals navigating ADHD in the workplace. Having been diagnosed with ADHD last spring, I highlight the misconceptions surrounding ADHD and its unique strengths, drawing inspiration from successful figures like Simone Biles and Emma Watson who also thrive despite their ADHD. While medication didn't work for me, I offered...

In this vault episode, WDDT host Stephanie Mitton shares more of her personal story and what drives her work. From leading advocacy campaigns that have secured millions in funding to founding Beacon North Strategies, she reflects on the experiences that shaped her path. Stephanie talks about the two biggest forces behind how she shows up: her children and her faith. She shares how motherhood pushe...

In this special guest-hosted episode, Myrrhanda Novak shares three simple, practical ways you can start showing up better at work today. No matter your role, whether you are leading a team, teaching swimming lessons, or just starting out, these strategies are accessible, actionable, and effective. Drawing from everyday experiences and real-life perspective, Myrrhanda breaks down how small shifts i...

This week, we’re bringing back one of our most powerful conversations. In this vault episode, Stephanie sits down with Indigenous entrepreneur Jenn Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty, to talk about building a purpose-driven brand, breaking barriers, and why representation matters in business. Jenn shares her journey from idea to impact, what it takes to create something meaningful, and how women...