Crossroads + Catalysts Leadership Podcast

What happens when the traits that make you successful at work… start working against you at home?In this episode of Crossroads and Catalysts, we’re unpacking a tension many high-achieving women experience but rarely name—the disconnect between how you show up in leadership and how you show up in your relationships.If you’ve ever been called “too much,” “too controlling,” or “too opinionated” outside of work, this conversation will challenge you to take a closer look at how your leadership mindset is showing up outside of work.We’ll explore:The difference between leading and relatingWhy strong leadership traits like decisiveness, independence, and high standards can create disconnection when misappliedThe role of clarity, communication, and emotional intelligence in building stronger relationshipsThis episode is for the woman who knows she’s capable—but is starting to question whether her approach is creating distance instead of connection.This episode is perfect for you if:You’re a high-achieving woman who leads confidently at work but feels tension in your personal relationshipsYou’ve been told you’re “too much,” “too controlling,” or “hard to deal with”—and you’re trying to understand whyYou’re developing new manager leadership skills and want to apply them with more awareness and emotional intelligenceYou’re ready to strengthen both your leadership and your relationships—without dimming who you areCall to Action:If you’re ready to bring more clarity and confidence into another critical area of your life—your finances—I invite you to join me for my live, virtual workshop, She Leads Her Money, on June 13th at 10am.This beginner-friendly session will help you understand your money, your decision-making patterns, and how to build a strategy that actually works for you.Save your seat here.I want to hear from you. Leave a voicemail.Want to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee

Have you ever told yourself "I don't have a choice" — and actually believed it?In this episode of Crossroads and Catalysts, I unpack one of the most powerful mindset shifts women in leadership can make: the difference between being stuck and avoiding a choice.Using the lens of relationships, careers, and money, Shenita explores how reclaiming your sense of power and choice is at the heart of leading yourself well — especially when the options in front of you feel uncomfortable, costly, or inconvenient.You'll walk away with a new way of looking at the moments you feel trapped, and a challenge to ask yourself: What would change if I started preparing to actually choose differently?In this episode:Why feeling stuck is often about rejecting the choices you do haveHow your finances quietly shrink or expand the options available to youThe mindset shift that moves you from victim of your circumstances to participant in themWhat it really means to take your power backPerfect for: Women in leadership, aspiring leaders, and anyone who has ever felt stuck in their career, their finances, or their life — and is ready to start making choices from a place of power.Mark your calendar for my live, virtual workshop She Leads Her Money — a space for women ready to use their finances as a tool for freedom, choice, and stronger leadership. Reserve your spot.Enjoying the show and wanna show support? Buy Me A CoffeeLeave a voicemail for me with your questions or feedback at crossroadsandcatalysts.comNeed leadership support? Book time on my calendar.

Confidence doesn’t disappear overnight—it’s often shaped by everyday leadership behaviors that go unnoticed.In this episode of Crossroads and Catalysts, we take a closer look at how leaders—especially those developing new manager leadership skills—can unintentionally influence confidence, growth, and direction in both professional and personal spaces.Because this isn’t just about leadership at work.How you lead a team tends to mirror how you navigate relationships, communication, and personal growth. And when left unchecked, those patterns can quietly limit not only others—but you as well.This episode invites you to pause at the crossroads and consider:Are you creating space for growth… or unknowingly restricting it?If you’re committed to becoming a more intentional leader—in your career and in your life—this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership development, emotional intelligence, and personal responsibility.Follow Crossroads and Catalysts for more insights on leadership growth, self-mastery, and navigating life’s crossroads with clarity.Sign up for the virtual workshop: She Leads Her Money here.Let's talk about your situation. Book time on my calendar here.Ready to go deeper? Join The Catalyst, a weekly reflection designed to help you lead yourself first—and others more effectively.Wanna show support? Buy Me A Coffee

You’re not stuck—you’re invested. If you’ve ever felt like you’re going in the wrong direction but can’t seem to change course, this episode will challenge how you think about commitment, growth, and leadership. And if you're looking for a mindset shift for leaders, especially women in leadership navigating difficult decisions, this episode will challenge how you think about staying the course and when to move on. At some point, we all face a moment where something no longer feels right…but walking away feels harder than staying. Why?Because of what we’ve already invested.In this episode, Shenita explores the hidden trap that keeps leaders stuck in misaligned roles, decisions, and environments—and why continuing forward isn’t always the most strategic move. You’ll walk away with a new perspective on:Why letting go can feel like failure (even when it’s not)The internal and external pressures that influence our decisionsThis episode is a reminder that leadership is more than decision-making.Perfect for:Women in leadership navigating uncertainty or misalignmentProfessionals questioning whether to stay or make a changeLeaders ready to rethink how they approach commitment and growthAnyone at a personal or professional crossroads Sometimes the biggest shift isn’t doing more—it’s deciding when to pivot. Sign up here for The Catalyst Newsletter. Schedule some time on my calendar to talk through your challenge. Support the show. Buy Me A Coffee