Stop Saying Sorry: How Women Step Into Leadership Before They’re Ready | Coffee With E

You know you’re capable but something keeps holding you back.That quiet voice saying you’re “not ready,” “not qualified,” or “not worthy yet.”In this powerful episode of Coffee with E., I sit down with Mary Oliveira, CEO of the Whitaker Center, and Amy Rote, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central PA, for a real, unfiltered conversation about stepping into leadership before you feel ready and why that’s often exactly the right time.We talk about:- Why women over-apologize and how it undermines confidence- How to lead without asking permission- Why vulnerability is a leadership superpower- Letting go of “work-life balance” and choosing harmony instead- Finding (and evolving) your purpose at every stage of life- Saying yes because you can even when you’re afraidThis episode is mentorship, truth, and encouragement wrapped into one coffee-fueled conversation. If you’ve ever hesitated to go after an opportunity, minimized your voice in a room, or felt like you had to prove you belong, this one’s for you.☕ Your assignment:If this conversation filled you up, share it with another woman who needs to hear it. We grow stronger when we grow together.Subscribe for more conversations that empower, challenge, and remind you of who you already are.Send us Fan MailFollow Us for More Inspiration:📸 Instagram: @erica.rawls🎥 YouTube: Erica Rawls📧 For inquiries and collaborations: [email protected]✨ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest episodes!