Episode 11 - The Luck Myth: How Women Actually Get Promoted

Send us Fan MailHappy St. Patrick’s Day. In this episode of No Filter, No Apologies, Katy and Rebecca dismantle the “she got lucky” narrative that follows women at work, especially when a woman gets promoted, lands a high-visibility project, or suddenly becomes “the favorite.”Here’s the truth: luck is usually proximity + courage + preparation.We break down how career “luck” is actually built, including:Why doing great work quietly often keeps women invisibleHow proximity works (and how to create it without selling your soul)Networking that leads to real opportunities, not just more meetingsHow to make your work visible to decision-makers and sponsorsThe difference between healthy modeling vs toxic comparisonHow perfectionism and fear can look like “bad luck” but are actually self-sabotageA simple rhythm to build momentum: monthly, quarterly, annuallyIf you have ever heard “she was just in the right place at the right time,” this episode is your reset.🎙️ No Filter, No Apologies is the podcast for ambitious women who want honest conversations about work, leadership, and ambition without the corporate polish. CONNECT WITH NO FILTER, NO APOLOGIES: Watch full videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NOFILTERNOAPOLOGIESPODCASTFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nfnapodcast/Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NFNAPodcastFollow us on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nfna_podcast11Follow Our Hosts on LinkedIn: - Katy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katyshapiro/- Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-sacks-606a7951/Enjoying our raw conversations? Please leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts