High-performing women often find themselves in a frustrating paradox. They’ve earned the title, delivered exceptional results, and secured a seat at the table, yet their voices still feel invisible in rooms that matter most.

In this episode, I explore why doing more doesn't make you more visible and share the core belief that changes everything. Drawing from Harvard Business Review research showing that men speak more often and at greater length in professional settings while being interrupted less, I unpack why women are overtrained in accuracy but undertrained in authority. The cost of this conditioning shows up in how we communicate.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/39

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Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24

There comes a moment in every high-achieving woman's life when the doing stops working, when you've checked all the boxes, hit the goals, and still feel stuck. When you're successful on paper but swirling in self-doubt behind closed doors. That moment often arrives with a simple question: Is this all there is?

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what actually happens inside an empowering coaching consultation and why it's often the first moment my clients start feeling seen, heard, and powerful again. This is about taking a 20-foot view of your life - not just your career or goals, but your whole self, your decision-making patterns, and the unconscious beliefs that keep you playing small even when you're meant for more.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/38

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Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24

Leadership roles come with an uncomfortable truth: saying yes to everything means saying no to your own growth. The most respected leaders aren't the ones who keep everyone happy. They’re the ones who can deliver hard truths with calm clarity.

I'm introducing you to one of the most underrated skills in modern leadership, especially for women leaders: to displease with ease.

This approach transforms how others perceive your leadership presence and builds the respect necessary for real influence. This week, the framework I share will help you honor your personal truth while demonstrating strategic thinking that benefits your entire organization.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/37

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Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24

Most high-achieving women don't have a time management issue. We have an energy stewardship issue. We push, produce, parent, lead, care, and give until there's nothing left for ourselves. When we finally feel the burnout, we still hesitate to take time for ourselves because we're afraid it's selfish.

Radical self-care is more than bubble baths and boundaries. It's about reclaiming your energy, your emotional wellness, and your ability to lead at a higher level. When you prioritize your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual energy, performance rises. Not by doing more, but by protecting and replenishing yourself.

Join me this week to discover why logistics aren't the real barrier to self-care and how to move through the guilt that keeps you stuck.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/36

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Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24

Managing your personal brand perception as a leader is more complex than just "being yourself" or "making a good impression." It’s far more complicated than a formula for how you show up, and it’s most definitely not about shrinking yourself to be liked by others.

This week, I explore how high-achieving women can strategically navigate how others experience their leadership presence without compromising their authenticity or power. Through candid stories from my own leadership journey and my experience coaching other women leaders, I share critical insights about the disconnect that often occurs between our intentions and how others perceive us.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/35

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Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24

During times of transition, especially summer, it's easy to slip into logistics-only living - checking off tasks, managing schedules, and operating on autopilot.

As a leadership coach, I see how this task-focused mindset leads women to burn out and disconnect from what matters most. The solution isn't adding more to your to-do list. It's creating an intentional to-be list that keeps you connected to how you want to show up in each moment.

This week, I'll show you how to craft your own to-be list that transforms how you experience your busy life.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/34

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Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24

Traditional leadership focuses on giving orders, but true influence comes from embedding your vision so deeply that others can lead effectively without you. As an executive coach, I see many leaders struggling with the shift from directing traffic to creating sustainable impact through their teams.

Drawing from my experience as a finance leader and immigrant background, I developed an approach I call expansive leadership. This method centers on providing rich context, teaching frameworks for decision-making, and building deep trust with team members.

Join me this week to discover why expansive leadership is the key to creating high-performing teams that understand your vision.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/33

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Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24

Most women think leadership maturity comes from mastering skills like communication, negotiation, or strategy. But the real differentiator is emotional maturity - the ability to expand your capacity to handle difficult emotions while maintaining leadership presence. True leadership is measured when stakes are high and emotions are uncomfortable.

Listen in this week to learn how expanding your window of tolerance for uncomfortable emotions is the key to unlocking next-level leadership. Discover how sitting with difficult emotions and remaining grounded regardless of external circumstances makes you the kind of leader who thrives in any environment.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: www.aspire-coaching.co/32

Mentioned in this episode:

Ready to FINALLY be heard?!

If you’ve ever: Been interrupted in meetings Had your ideas brushed aside (until someone else echoed them) Spoke up then feel like what you said was dismissed, overlooked or completely ignored Walked out thinking, “Why didn’t I speak up more?” Then, this MASTERCLASS is for YOU! Join me for How to Be Heard in a Room Full of Male Leaders on July 24 at 12pm ET. Register here: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/beheard

Be Heard Masterclass July 24