The Rockstar turned Co-Founder of CMP Research ft. Nicole Kyle

She's So Suite is brought to you by Client Success. The easiest to use, fastest to implement software to reduce churn & increase customer revenue. Request a demo at ⁠https://www.clientsuccess.com/⁠ In this episode, Nicole Kyle candidly discusses the challenges faced by women in male-dominated industries, the pressure of being one of the few female voices on a conference panel, and how she overcame communication hurdles early in her career. Nicole also offers valuable advice on overcoming imposter syndrome, taking risks, and celebrating career success. Timestamps 0:00 - Preview & Intros 3:43 - Transitioning from large corporate environments to a smaller company 4:48 - Childhood career aspirations 8:37 - Shift from individual contributor to business co-founder 10:35 - Handling fears by focusing on the "why" 12:45 - Dealing with imposter syndrome 15:30 - Navigating the male dominated tech industry as a woman 21:45 - Celebrating accomplishments 24:32 - Networking on LinkedIn 27:45 - Discussing professional conversations in friend groups 33:15 - Balancing work & life 37:35 - Advice for young professional women Connect with the guest: Nicole Kyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolekyle/ Connect with Kristi Faltorusso: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kristifaltorusso.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Podcast YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvmKTIOWzy8e3kbzHr4f9VMr1oGfK5Qc_⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0Pf1SZMvfwvSJTA6WnpNjP⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shes-so-suite-podcast/id1730535499⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about Wednesday Women check out their Website: ⁠https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/⁠ LinkedIn page: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/⁠ Connect with the Show Producer: Manali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manalibhat/ _____________________ Keywords: Nicole Kyle, CMP Research, employee experience, gender equity, professional networking, mentorship, women in tech, male-dominated industry, corporate setting, communication challenges, career success, managing director, customer management practice, Corporate Executive Board, work-life balance, financial planning, retirement savings, career progression, Wednesday Women, executive women leaders, professional growth, self-care. _____________________ About She's So Suite Podcast: Embark on a journey with Kristi in each podcast episode as she engages in insightful conversations with accomplished women in the C-suite. Explore their unique stories, triumphs, challenges, dreams, and valuable advice that will inspire and empower you. Tune in for an enriching experience as Kristi delves into the depth of their professional journeys and brings you closer to the dynamic world of female leaders at the top.