She Stopped Trying to Be Perfect — And Everything Changed

What if the biggest thing holding you back... isn't your talent—but your visibility?In this special episode of Michelle's Seat at the Table, I join Kathy from Gossip, Rumor & Innuendo for an honest conversation about leadership, authenticity, networking, career growth, and learning to own your voice.Together, we explore why hard work alone isn't enough, the importance of building meaningful relationships, the difference between mentors and sponsors, overcoming perfectionism, and creating a career—and a life—that reflects who you truly are.Whether you're navigating your career, growing your business, building your network, or simply learning to take up space, I hope this conversation encourages you to stop waiting for permission and start owning your seat at the table.IN THIS EPISODE:• Why hard work alone isn't enough• The difference between mentors and sponsors• How to build meaningful professional relationships• Overcoming perfectionism and self-doubt• Finding your authentic voice• Career growth through visibility and networking• Leadership lessons beyond the boardroom• Why community matters• Building confidence by taking imperfect action• Owning your seat at the tableABOUT THIS CONVERSATIONThis conversation originally aired on Kathy's Gossip, Rumor & Innuendo Coffee Chat, where we discussed the lessons that have shaped my career, my leadership philosophy, and why I believe every person deserves a seat at the table.CONNECT WITH KATHYYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@gossiprumorCONNECT WITH MICHELLEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelles_seatatthetable/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582151176440LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/michelleradneyApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/michelles-seat-at-the-table/id1872161528Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4i9Pr8M4s8R9R6Qy5mQm9MAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/cfb2dcf6-f295-4ae7-9645-427a5aa5409e/michelles-seat-at-the-tableSubscribe for conversations about:Leadership • Executive Leadership • Career Growth • Women in Leadership • Personal Development • Networking • Mentorship • Sponsorship • Confidence • Communication • Authentic Leadership • Professional Growth • Career StrategyThe most important conversations don't always happen in the boardroom.They happen right here at the table.— Michelle Radney#MichelleSeatAtTheTable #MichelleRadney #LeadershipPodcast #CareerGrowth #WomenInLeadership #Networking #Mentorship #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #AuthenticLeadership