From a Woman to a Leader

You're at a dinner party with people you've known for a year. They didn't know what you did for a living. When they find out, one of them looks at you and says: "Wow. I didn't know you were so successful."You should feel proud. Instead, you feel something else. Irritation. And it takes you a while to understand why.This is a solo episode, my personal take on the conversation I had this week with Chen Guter, CMO at Dig. We talked about personal branding for women who hate self-promotion. Chen said something I have not been able to stop thinking about: "Inside the company, everyone knew who Chen Guter is. Outside the company, I didn't have a name. I was Chen from P&G."When I heard that, I thought about the dinner party. Because what Chen named and what I felt that night is the same problem in two different uniforms. She was Chen from P&G. I was Limor the director. For her, the company name was the brand. For me, the title was the brand. And neither of us had designed any of it.If you're an engineering manager, a director, or someone in tech leadership who has been at the same company for years, this is the conversation you need to have with yourself before you try to take the next step.What you'll take from this episode:Why engineers have the same personal branding problem as marketers, even though it looks completely differentThe exact moment I realized my title was my entire brand, and why that matteredWhere Chen pushed back on my advice during the episode, and what I'd actually say to a coaching client todayThe three questions I use with every client to start designing a personal brand on purposeThe four-year wait I had to break before I started this podcast, and the one sentence from a friend that ended itAbout me:I'm Limor Bergman, an executive coach for women in engineering leadership. I help managers, senior engineering managers, and directors progress in their careers without losing themselves in the process. If listening to this episode you're thinking you want help with this work, book a promotion strategy call: https://limorbergman.com/coaching/Connect with Limor:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/limorbergmanSubstack: limorbergman.substack.com

You're great at your job. You've built skills, taken on hard projects, and delivered results year after year. But somewhere along the way, you started noticing that the people getting the bigger opportunities, the speaking slots, the calls from headhunters, are not always the ones doing the best work. They're the ones who are visible.In this episode, I sit down with Chen Guter, CMO at Dig, on a topic she has spent years working through herself: the painful, awkward, deeply uncomfortable journey of building a personal brand when you were trained to let your work speak for itself.Chen spent a decade at Procter & Gamble shaping brands like Pampers, Fairy, Always, Tide, and Pantene. Inside the company everyone knew her value. Outside the company, she had no name. And the moment she tried to leave in 2018, she walked into an identity crisis she now sees in almost every woman she coaches on personal branding.What you'll take from this conversation:Why "I'll just do great work and let it speak for me" is the most dangerous career strategy women in tech keep falling forThe reframe that changed how Chen thinks about visibility: your brand is being built right now, the only question is whether you're the one designing itFour specific questions Chen uses with leaders to define their brand without it feeling like self-promotionWhy marketers, of all people, are often the worst at this (and what that tells the rest of us)What to actually put in your LinkedIn headline if you want the right opportunities to find youIf you've ever felt invisible at work despite doing the work, if you've ever opened LinkedIn to write something and closed it ten minutes later, if you've ever realized your reputation lives only inside your current employer's walls, this episode is for you.About Chen GuterChen is CMO at Dig, where she helps brands decode what is actually happening in social video and respond with evidence rather than guesswork. She spent a decade at Procter & Gamble, then led marketing at Lusha and AppsFlyer before moving into her current role. She's a public speaker, G CMO mentor, and coach on personal branding for leaders who want to shape their story with intent rather than by default.Connect with Chen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chenguter/Connect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠

You've been quietly wondering whether you're cut out for the role you actually want. Maybe you've told yourself you're not technical enough to work in tech. Or that you're not aggressive enough to be in sales. Or that you're not the right "type" for the leadership role you keep watching other people get. So you've stayed where you are, even though you can't see a path forward from here.In this episode, I'm sitting down with Emily Jackson, a Senior Channel and Inside Sales Manager at an RFID technology company who built her tech sales career after starting out in the fitness industry, with no technical background and a self-described introverted personality. We talk about how she figured out what she was actually good at, why women in male-dominant fields keep counting themselves out, and what it really takes to make a pivot when nobody is handing you permission.What we talk about:Why "I'm not a technical person" is one of the most common reasons women keep themselves out of tech, and why it's almost never trueHow to do an honest self-assessment of your skills when your current job isn't showing you what you're capable ofWhy is an outside perspective from your network more accurate than your own self-evaluationThe introvert-in-sales myth, and why women already do relationship management every single day of their livesHow to compare your skills against a job description from a different industry and find more overlap than you expectThe exact way to break into tech when you've never worked in techAbout Emily:Emily Jackson is a Senior Channel and Inside Sales Manager for an RFID technology company. She built her tech career after starting in the fitness industry and a stint in aviation operations, transitioning into tech as a Business Development Manager at a major tech distributor before moving into sales. Outside her day job, she's a speaker, author, and career transition coach who works with women navigating their own pivots.Connect with Emily:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-jackson-13315896/Website: https://apluswomen.comBook: https://a.co/d/8fLt0OlConnect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠

You've spent so many years working hard at the next thing that you can't actually answer a simple question. If you didn't have to worry about money, what would you do? Most of the women I coach freeze on that one. They've spent so long defining themselves by their job, their level, and their next promotion that they've forgotten what they used to dream about, or whether they ever knew.In this episode, I'm sitting down with Rashidat Odeyemi, a Lifestyle Coach and Rest Mindset Mentor who left a corporate fashion career, traveled to fifteen countries to figure out who she actually was outside her job title, and now coaches women on building lives where work isn't the only thing that's alive in them. We get into how to dream again when work has eaten that part of you, why women set deadlines on their dreams that quietly kill them, and how to find the three things you'd actually die on a hill for.What we talk about:The question that froze Rashidat in place, and the year of travel it took to answer itWhy "who am I outside of work?" is the question women in tech aren't asking, and how to startThe blind spot that's actually a gift, and why you need other people to mirror it back to youHow to focus on one cup at a time when you have ten ideas all begging for waterWhy putting a deadline on your dream is the surest way to kill itThe "three hills you'd die on" exercise for finding your messageAbout Rashidat:Rashidat Odeyemi is the CEO of Rashidat O Limited Co., a Lifestyle Coach, and Rest Mindset Mentor. She helps women turn their hustle into the fulfilling life they've been working so hard for without pretending they're fine, waiting until retirement, or burning out. She started her coaching practice in 2018 after leaving a career in corporate fashion design and spending a year traveling to fifteen countries across Southeast Asia, Africa, and Europe.Connect with Rashidat:Website: https://rashidato.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrashidato/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrashidato/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamrashidatoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iamrashidatoConnect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠

You've spent your whole career making sure you're prepared. You read the book before the meeting, you learn the framework before you lead the project, and somewhere along the way, you start believing that the reason you're in the room is that you know more than the next person. So what happens the day you walk into a meeting and you don't?In this episode, I'm sitting down with Bindu Sharma, Senior Director of Cloud Financial Operations at Teradata, who has built a 20+ year career across Netscape, FireEye, Guidewire, and Teradata — pivoting from quality assurance, to program management, to hardware compliance, to cloud — with a three-year career break in the middle when her second child was a baby. And the thing she credits for all of it isn't how much she knows. It's how openly she says what she doesn't.What we talk about:Why Bindu walks into meetings as a Senior Director and openly says "I don't know" — and why it builds trust instead of undermining herHow to pivot into a completely new technical domain without starting overWhat it actually took to quit her job on January 3rd with an 8-month-old at home, and then come back three years laterHow to speak the language of finance, engineering, and operations in the same meetingThe specific conversation to have with your manager when no one is tapping you on the shoulder for promotionAbout Bindu:Bindu Sharma is a Senior Director leading enterprise cloud infrastructure strategy, technical programs, and financial operations across AWS, Azure, and GCP at Teradata. She's led initiatives delivering ~$15M in savings through infrastructure optimization and cross-functional alignment, and she serves as an Advisor to the Board of California State University East Bay's Customer Experience program.Connect with Bindu: [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bindu-sharma-b8883)Connect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com⁠⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠

You've been telling yourself you'll start speaking up when you feel ready. When you know enough. When your message is perfectly formed. I know, because that's exactly what I told myself for years.In this solo episode, I'm sharing my own speaking journey, from submitting to JavaOne over 20 years ago just because I wanted to visit San Francisco, to this week, when I'm at the ELC conference in Prague and delivering a paid speaking engagement for KLA. None of it happened because I suddenly became confident. Every single step felt uncomfortable, and I did it anyway.I'm giving you the exact path I followed, what worked, what didn't, and the rejections I still get along the way.What you'll get from this episode:Why visibility is a skill you build, not a personality trait you're born withMy step-by-step progression: panels → podcast guest → virtual events → in-person stages → paid engagementsHow I use AI and self-recording to practice (and why I never memorize a script)Why I still get rejected from conferences like Lead Dev and Grace Hopper, and why that's okayTools to get started: Sessionize, Podmatch, PodStart, RiversideOne challenge for you this week to make yourself a little more visibleThis is a companion to my conversation with Helen Gottstein on why the prince isn't coming and why competence without visibility keeps women stuck. Listen to that episode too if you haven't already.Connect with Limor:Website: ⁠https://limorbergman.com⁠Podcast: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠Substack: ⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com

You know you're competent. You know your ideas are good. But somehow, the people who keep getting heard, getting promoted, and getting opportunities are the ones who just... talk more. And you're still sitting there, waiting for the perfect moment to speak up, which, let's be honest, never comes.Helen Gottstein is the founder of Loud and Clear Training, a TEDx mentor, and a keynote coach who has spent 10 years helping women close the gap between how good they are and how well they communicate it. In this conversation, we dig into why competence alone is not enough, and what women can actually do about it, starting today.What you'll get from this episode:Why waiting for your message to be "perfectly formed" is the reason you never speak up, and what to do insteadThe Cinderella trap: why the prince isn't coming, and visibility is the real career currencyThe Babel effect: how the people who talk more are automatically assumed to be leadership materialPractical strategies for getting heard in meetings, even when the room is full of loud voices and big egosWhy smiling less might be the most counterintuitive thing you can do for your credibilityHow to handle the double standard in promotion and salary conversationsAbout Helen:Helen Gottstein founded Loud and Clear Training after realizing that the gender equity gap she first recognized at 19 was still firmly in place decades later. She coaches corporate teams, founders, and women in leadership on public speaking and executive presence. She also runs the She Speaks Loud and Clear program for women in middle management who want to get heard more.Find Helen:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/helen-gottstein-loudandclearWebsite: loudandcleartraining.comConnect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com⁠⁠Podcast: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠

When my husband broke his hip on a ski trip, I couldn't get to the hospital. I had four young children at home and had to wait for the babysitter. When I finally arrived, a day later, the nurse looked at me with judgment. And I thought: no matter what I do, someone is judging me for what I didn't do.That's what it feels like to be a woman trying to hold everything together. And that's what this episode is about.I'm sharing the real, unpolished version of how I navigated the seasons of my career, from mimicking my male colleagues in Israel, to moving to the US with four kids and zero support system, to finally building a business on my own terms.In this episode, you'll hear:Why I carried guilt for years and what I'd tell my younger self nowThe support system that made it all possible, and why asking for help is a strategy, not a weaknessThree questions to figure out what season you're actually in and what success looks like in itWhat I see in the women I coach who are stuck between seasonsThis is personal. And it might feel uncomfortably familiar.This episode is a companion to Wednesday's conversation with Dipti Srivastava: "How to Lead at Scale Without Losing Yourself." Listen to both.Connect with Limor:Website: https://limorbergman.comPodcast: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com

You know you're capable. You know you work harder than most people around you. But somewhere along the way, you started wondering if leading at scale means losing the parts of yourself that actually matter, your family, your values, the way you naturally lead.Dipti Srivastava grew up in a small town in India where engineering was considered a field for boys. She moved to Silicon Valley, raised a family, and built a career leading globally distributed teams and large-scale platform transformations. And she did it without becoming someone she's not.In this episode, you'll learn:Why career and family are not competing priorities but different seasons, and how to navigate them intentionallyThe three leadership principles Dipti relies on to build trust, drive ownership, and lead 14+ product teams at scaleWhy empowerment requires both trust AND structure, not one without the otherWhat it means to step into leadership when nothing feels certain, and why you don't need to be louder or tougher to leadAbout Dipti Srivastava:Dipti is a technology leader with over 15 years of experience building and scaling cloud-native platforms and data-driven systems across SaaS, infrastructure, and AI. She has led global engineering organizations and is passionate about designing systems that enable clarity, ownership, and sustainable execution.Connect with Dipti:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diptishrivastav/Website: https://sites.google.com/view/diptisrivastava/homeConnect with Limor:Website: https://limorbergman.comPodcast: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com

You're saying yes to everything. You're the most reliable person on your team. You're working harder than anyone around you. And somehow, you're the one being taken for granted.Sound familiar?In this solo episode, I share a story from early in my career that I still think about to this day, a trip I gave up out of fear, to protect a job I ended up leaving anyway. I talk about what happened when my first daughter was born and I was traveling internationally every month, working late every night, and still not getting the recognition I thought all that effort would earn me.I call it the Appreciation Paradox: the more you give without boundaries, the less you're valued.In this episode, I get into:Why saying yes to everything signals that your time isn't valuable, not that you're dedicatedThe moment I realized working harder was actually hurting my careerHow to identify if you're a pleaser or an avoider (and what to do about it)The one simple question that can change everything when someone comes to you with something "urgent"How to do a calendar audit and take back your timeWhat my guest Rachael Edmondson-Clarke's story teaches us about what happens when you don't set boundariesThis is a companion episode to my conversation with Rachael. If you haven't listened to that one yet, the link is in the show notes.If you've ever felt like no matter how hard you work, it's never enough, this one is for you.Saboteur assessment:https://assessment.positiveintelligence.com/saboteur/overview Connect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman

You're the first one in and the last one out. Your calendar is back-to-back. You're eating lunch while walking to your next meeting. And somewhere in the back of your mind, you keep telling yourself, "I just need to get through this week."But what if the way you're working isn't just unsustainable, what if it's actually making you less effective and less appreciated?Rachael Edmondson-Clarke had the glass-fronted office, the company car, the team, and the title. On paper, she was crushing it. Then one day, she collapsed on her office floor from a panic attack and couldn't get up.In this episode, we get into:The warning signs she missed for over two years while telling herself she could handle itWhy she delayed her wedding twice because she was "too busy at work" and didn't even register it as a problemThe biggest lesson she learned: rest and restoration are not the reward for hard work; they are a critical input to performing at your bestThe "whisper on her heart" moment that made her decide she wanted a life's mission, not just a careerHer five steps for finding your purpose when you know something needs to change, but you don't know where to startIf you've ever felt like no matter how hard you work, it's never enough, if you've ever ignored what your body was trying to tell you, this conversation is for you.About Rachael:Rachael Edmondson-Clarke is a sustainable high-performance expert and founder of Elevar. After 20+ years in corporate leadership at companies like Mars, she now helps leaders perform at their best without burning out, combining psychology, neuroscience, and behavioural science. She's worked with Fortune 500 companies, top executives, and has been collaborating with Professor Chris Beady at Oxford and Kent Universities on the science of mood, energy, and performance.Connect with Rachael:Website: https://www.ellevar.co.uk/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/RachaelEdmondsonClarkeConnect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman

There's a moment in my career I still think about. A colleague was promoted, and I wasn't. We were doing similar work. I went to my manager and asked why, and his answer wasn't clear. You're not strategic enough. You're not visible enough. You're not ready.At the time, I was crushed. But looking back, I can see exactly why it happened. I was focused solely on execution, not strategy. On my team, not on building relationships across the organization. I wasn't thinking about who should know me and what I do.In this solo episode, I share what I learned from being passed over, what I wish I'd known earlier, and the three things that actually moved my career forward once I stopped waiting to be noticed.What I cover:Why imposter syndrome is the real reason we don't advocate for ourselves, and how to act anywayThe reframe that changed everything for me: visibility isn't bragging, it's professional responsibilityHow to share your career aspirations with your manager, even when it feels uncomfortableWhy taking the initiative without being asked changes how people see youThe story of the sponsor who advocated for me while I was on maternity leave, and what it taught me about building genuine relationshipsThis is the companion episode to my conversation with Lalitha Madhugundu, Senior Engineering Manager at Atlassian. Listen to that episode first for the full picture: "Your Work Won't Speak for Itself: What Actually Gets You Promoted."If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but somehow getting overlooked, this episode is for you.Connect with me:Website: https://limorbergman.comPodcast: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com

You're doing everything right. You're delivering great work, hitting deadlines, and solving hard problems. So why does it feel like no one notices?If you've been putting your head down and waiting for your manager to recognize what you bring to the table, you're not alone. But that strategy has a ceiling, and it's lower than you think.In this episode, I sit down with Lalitha Madhugundu, a Senior Engineering Manager at Atlassian with over 20 years in software engineering. Lalitha shares what she's learned about what actually moves careers forward, and it's not what most of us were told.What we talk about:Why "the work speaks for itself" is one of the most expensive beliefs you can holdWhat happened when Lalitha helped a struggling teammate without being asked, and how it changed everythingHow genuine curiosity, not networking strategy, landed her an opportunity she never planned forWhy your sponsors matter more than your skills when promotion decisions happen in rooms you're not inThe imposter syndrome "mammoth" and why even senior leaders still deal with itAbout Lalitha:Lalitha Madhugundu is a Senior Engineering Manager at Atlassian, where she leads cloud infrastructure and networking teams. With over 20 years in software engineering, she's driven large-scale cloud transformations and built teams across multiple continents. She's also an active mentor through Tech Leading Ladies and SheTO.Connect with Lalitha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlalitha/Connect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman

You know that conversation you've been putting off? The feedback you haven't given, the conflict you keep sidestepping, the moment in the meeting where you stayed quiet and walked out angry?This is the episode where I get personal about why I've done the same thing for years, what it cost me, and the three things that actually help.I'm a recovering avoider. In this solo episode, I share the real stories, an engineer I should have given feedback to months earlier, a team conflict I almost turned into an argument but didn't, and the shift that changed how I approach every hard conversation now.You'll hear:Why most conflicts at work aren't about the other person being difficult; it's about where you start the conversationThe reframing trick that helped one of my clients finally get her manager to listenThree concrete things you can try this week when you're stuck between staying quiet and pushing too hardIf you've ever walked out of a meeting kicking yourself for not speaking up, this one's for you.Connect with Limor:Podcast hub: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.comResources mentioned:Positive Intelligence Saboteur Assessment - https://positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs/Maria Garaitonandia's CLEAR Framework (companion episode)

You know that moment when a conversation at work starts going sideways, and you can feel it turning into an argument? You're trying to make a point, but the other person is getting defensive, and you're stuck between backing down or pushing harder.In this episode, intercultural coach and author Maria Garaitonandia shares why most workplace conflict isn't really about the work, and a simple framework that can change how people respond to you starting today.You'll discover:Why starting with what you want (instead of why) triggers defensiveness every timeThe CLEAR framework for navigating any difficult conversation, whether it's giving feedback, resolving conflict, or just getting your point acrossHow to be assertive and diplomatic at the same time, especially in male-dominated environmentsWhy emotional intelligence is the real cornerstone of every workplace conflictMaria is an intercultural coach and communication strategist with over 25 years of experience helping leaders and teams across cultures communicate more effectively. She's the author of Untangling Communication for Empowered Leadership and Team Success and has spent 20 years bridging cultural divides between American and Latin American teams.Connect with Maria:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariagaraitonandia/Website: https://www.mariagaraitonandia.com/Global Bridges Training: http://www.globalbridgestraining.comBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FP8C7HRSConnect with Limor:Website: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman

For years I sat in meetings watching everyone get excited about the latest technology. Buying books, going to conferences, lighting up over technical talks. And I felt nothing about the tech. What I cared about was the people, the customers, the why behind what we were building.It took me over 20 years to say that out loud.In this solo episode, I'm sharing my personal story of building a career that was safe, practical, and well-paying, but never truly mine. I chose computer science not out of passion but because I grew up in a middle-class family where the message was clear: study hard, work hard, build something that pays the bills.And I followed that script so well that I never stopped to ask whether it was actually mine.This is for you if:You're thriving on paper but feel something is missingYou climbed vertically in your career and never looked sidewaysYou've been wondering what else might be possible but haven't given yourself permission to exploreYou want someone to say: your skills transfer, you're allowed to exploreThis is a companion episode to my conversation with Gabriela Embon about why achievement without fulfillment is the most common trap high-achieving women fall into.Connect with Limor:Website: https://limorbergman.comPodcast: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com

You checked every box. The degree, the career, the title, the salary. And somewhere along the way, you stopped and thought, "Why don't I feel the way I'm supposed to feel?"Gabriela Embon knows that moment. She lived it. A chemical engineer who spent over a decade at Intel, she hit what she calls a "midlife graduation," the point where you realize you've built achievements but not fulfillment. That you climbed the wrong ladder.In this conversation, Gabriela shares how she went from engineering to becoming a marriage and couples coach, and why the transition forced her to confront the hardest question of all: Can I believe I'm worth paying for when there's no company validating me?What you'll get from this episode:Why your career choices might be an unconscious attempt to correct your childhood, and how to recognize the patternThe mindset shift from "proving your worth" to choosing from alignmentWhy the same operational rituals that make teams work also make marriages thriveGabriela's Four Pillars framework for engineering a legendary marriage (and how it applies to every relationship)How to own your feminine strengths in male-dominated spaces without trying to be someone you're notAbout Gabriela Embon:Gabriela is a marriage and couples coach, author of Becoming a Power Couple: 4 Pillars to Engineer Legendary Marriages, and creator of the Power Couple Method. A former chemical engineer with 15+ years coaching high-achievers, she brings a rare mix of analytical structure and relational depth to her work with couples and leaders.Connect with Gabriela:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielaembon/Website: GabrielaEmbon.comConnect with Limor:Website: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast/⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠Substack: ⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman

If you're thinking about starting a business but you're afraid to leave your job, I want to tell you something honest: I jumped into the deep end, and if I were doing it again, I would do it differently.In this solo episode, I share my personal story of leaving a director of engineering role, moving back to Israel, and starting a business with no plan and no clue what I was doing. I talk about growing up in an employee mindset home where being a business owner felt dangerous, about becoming an information junkie who kept buying courses instead of doing anything, and about the moment I realized I already had everything I needed to start.This episode is my advice to you based on what I learned the hard way:Why you should start building on the side before you quit your jobHow to stop over-preparing and start using what you already knowWhy learning and earning need to happen at the same time, not one after the otherHow to stay open to opportunities you didn't plan forWhy you don't need sophisticated tools or another certification to beginIf you've been sitting on an idea, a skill, or something you've been thinking about building, this episode is for you.Companion episode: Listen to my conversation with Virginia Frischkorn, a serial entrepreneur who started a company at 24 with no plan. Her story is different from mine, and that's exactly why hearing both will help you figure out your own path.Connect with Limor:Website: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com

You've been reading the books. Taking the courses. Telling yourself you'll start when you know enough, when the timing is right, when you feel ready. But what if all that preparation is actually what's keeping you stuck?In this episode, I talk with Virginia Frischkorn , a serial entrepreneur who started her first company at 24 without a plan, without knowing what she was doing, and built it into one of the top 50 event planning companies in the world. She then ran four businesses at once, lost her father overnight, and had to completely rethink what she was building and why.Virginia and I get into the real stuff, what it actually takes to go from idea to action, how she scaled from $500K to $5M events using systems and documentation, and why the "overnight success" you see on LinkedIn is almost always years of quiet, unglamorous work.What you'll get from this episode:Why "just start" is real advice, not a cliché, and what it actually looks like in practiceHow systems and documentation took Virginia from trading time for money to scaling her businessThe relationship-building strategy that helped her cultivate a pipeline of referralsWhy everything takes longer than you think, and why that's not a reason to waitHow losing her father forced her to ask the question most of us avoid: Why am I building this?About Virginia Frischkorn:Virginia is the founder of Party Trick, a platform that helps people plan gatherings by telling them what to do, when to do it, and how to do it. Before Party Trick, she built a luxury event production company recognized by Vogue and Martha Stewart, and scaled from boutique weddings to multi-million dollar brand activations. She's a mom of two, splits her time between Aspen and New York, and gets up at 3:30 AM to build software because she believes connection is what matters most.Connect with Virginia:Party Trick: https://partytrick.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginiatfrischkorn/Book mentioned: The Mom Test by Rob Fitzpatrick: https://www.momtestbook.com/Connect with Limor:Website: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.comYouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman

As women in tech, we often feel pressure to prove we belong.To know everything.To have all the answers.To speak only when we’re 100% sure.But I think that the real leadership skill isn’t knowing everything or having all the answers…Is it asking powerful questionsIn this solo episode, I’m sharing why asking questions is one of the most underutilized leadership skills and how it can completely transform the way you lead.You’ll hear real stories from my career:Challenging an architect’s design without creating defensivenessAddressing team conflict with curiosity instead of judgmentBuilding authority as a new engineering manager in the USWe’ll talk about:Why women hesitate to ask questionsHow questions lower defensiveness and build ownershipHow curiosity creates collaboration instead of conflictWhy leadership is about guiding thinking, not having answersIf you’re ready to stop proving and start leading with confidence, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen on the Podcast Hub: limorbergman.com/podcast📚 Subscribe on Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com/🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman💬 Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/

Most women hesitate to ask questions, fearing it might make them seem less competent. But what if I told you that asking the right questions is actually one of the most powerful leadership skills you can develop? In this episode, I chat with Nisreen Cain, a former Google engineering leader turned computer science professor, about her journey and her groundbreaking insights on curiosity.Nisreen shares her personal stories of navigating leadership as a woman in tech, facing doubts, and internalizing the need to know everything. We dig into how curiosity challenges our ego, builds trust, and transforms how we lead teams without needing to control. You'll discover practical ways to ask better questions, create psychological safety, and promote independence in your team, all while feeling confident in your authority.If you're tired of feeling stuck or insecure about asking for help, this episode will help you. You’ll learn how curiosity can elevate your leadership, open doors for growth, and help you lead with more ease and authenticity. Plus, my simple questions framework will give you immediate tools to practice today.Whether you're in tech, leadership, or just want to show up more confidently, understanding and harnessing curiosity will change the game for you. Ready to unlock your full potential? Hit play now and start leading with curiosity because that's where real power begins.About Nisreen:Nisreen Cain is a Computer Science professor bridging industry and academia to help professionals navigate the AI era. After 25 years in technology leadership spanning corporate giants like Google to startups like Propel and Babel Street, she now brings real-world experience into the classroom, and academic curiosity into industry practice.Throughout her career journey, from engineer to VP to professor, Nisreen discovered that curiosity is essential. It opens conversations, reveals new possibilities, creates space for creativity, and helps teams move forward with confidence. She's learned that staying curious about yourself, your team, and your challenges is what creates genuine connection and builds high-performing teams.This bridge between worlds shapes her teaching today. Nisreen works with tech professionals, organizations, and women in leadership to build practical AI strategies that align with their values and goals. She's passionate about empowering women in tech and leadership to question assumptions, communicate their value clearly, and lead with authenticity instead of perfection.Beyond her professional work, Nisreen is a community activist who continues to advocate for equity and inclusion of women and minorities in engineering and leadership across STEM/CS fields.Connect with Nisreen:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nisreencain/Instagram: @nisreencainNewsletter: https://beyondthebinary.substack.comAbout Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Stop Waiting to Feel ReadyI wasted years waiting.Waiting to feel more confident.Waiting to feel more ready.Waiting for someone to give me permission.And while I was waiting, other people were raising their hands.In this solo episode, I share the part of my story I didn’t always say out loud, how waiting slowed my career, what finally changed, and what I now see again and again in the women I coach.If you are capable, responsible, and quietly frustrated that your growth isn’t matching your effort, this episode is for you.We’ll talk about:• The hidden cost of waiting• Why confidence doesn’t come first• How to know if you’re growing or just staying comfortable• What actually creates momentum in your careerThis is personal.And it might feel uncomfortably familiar.🎧 Listen now on your favorite platform📩 Join my Substack for deeper reflections: https://limorbergman.substack.com/🌐 Podcast hub: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/

You don’t need more confidence.You need to stop waiting for it.If you’re a high-performing woman in tech who keeps thinking,“I’ll go for the promotion when I feel ready,”This episode is going to challenge you.Because confidence is not what moves your career forward.Impact is.In this conversation, I sit down with Lisa Zaythik, founding partner at AppsFlyer and Executive Chief of Staff at a 1,300-person global tech company. Lisa has moved across marketing, operations, HR, and the CEO office, often stepping into roles she had never done before.She didn’t wait to feel confident.She focused on the value she could bring.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to grow in your career when you don’t feel readyHow to identify the value you bring, even when others seem more experiencedHow to know if it’s time to grow in your role or move onThe difference between being assertive and being perceived as aggressiveHow to build confidence by taking action, not waiting for itThis is for you if you are competent, responsible, and quietly frustrated that your work isn’t translating into growth.If you keep waiting to “feel ready,” someone less prepared will raise their hand before you.Listen now and rethink how you approach career growth, leadership development, and visibility at work.About Lisa Zaythik:Lisa Zaythik is a founding partner at AppsFlyer and currently serves as Executive Chief of Staff. With a background in marketing, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s value proposition, culture, and organizational DNA from its earliest days.Today, at a company of approximately 1,300 employees, Lisa partners closely with the executive team to drive company-wide strategy, guide senior leadership on organizational processes, and continuously evolve AppsFlyer’s culture of “doing well by doing good.”Follow Lisa on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisazaythik/About Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

What if confidence in tech doesn’t have to be loud, aggressive, or look like everyone else?In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, Limor Bergman Gross sits down with Telle Whitney, a long-time leader and culture-shaper in the tech industry, to unpack why so many capable women still feel overlooked and what it actually takes to change that.Together, they explore how tech culture was built on outdated myths like meritocracy and the “lone genius,” why quiet, introverted leaders are often underestimated, and how women can build confidence, visibility, and influence without pretending to be someone they’re not.This conversation is especially for you if:You do great work, but still feel invisibleYou’re confident internall,y but don’t fit the loud leadership stereotypeYou’ve been told to “be more strategic” without clear guidanceYou want to grow your career without burning out or changing your personalityYou’ll hear practical insights on sponsorship versus mentorship, how to speak up in loud rooms, how to respond to disrespectful behavior, and why communities like ERGs can be powerful accelerators when done right.About Telle: Telle Whitney is a senior executive leader, an entrepreneur, an author, and a recognized advocate and expert on women and technology. She has over 30 years of leadership experience and was named one of Fast Company’s Most Influential Women in Technology. She is a frequent speaker on the topic of Women and Technology. She is an accomplished technologist who spent twenty years in the semiconductor industry in Silicon Valley. Telle has been called “a pioneer for the promotion of women technologists” and “one of the most inspirational leaders I have ever known.” Telle co-founded the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing Conference in 1994 and was CEO of the non-profit Anita Borg Institute from 2002 to September 2017. She transformed the Institute into a recognized world leader for women and technology. Before that she served in leadership positions at several semiconductor startups. She is the author of Rebooting Tech Culture, How to Ignite Innovation and Build Organizations Where Everyone Can Thrive, which explores the practices that executives use to create organizational cultures that are both innovative and inclusive. She has won numerous awards, including the ACM Distinguished Service Award, an honorary degree from CMU, and an honorary membership of IEEE. In 2024, the REC Foundation recognized her as a STEM Hero. She co-founded the National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT). In 2022, she was elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Telle serves on the board of AI4All, CMD-IT, and Power and Systems and consults for numerous technology organizations. Telle holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Computer Science from the California Institute of Technology and a BS in Computer Science from the University of Utah. Website: www.TelleWhitney.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/telle-whitney/About Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Unlock the secret to creating workplaces where mistakes are celebrated, not punished. Discover how high psychological safety drives innovation, reduces turnover, and boosts team performance even when errors spike. If you're a leader feeling anxious about speaking up or a woman striving to foster trust in your team, this episode is your game-changer.Dr. Amy Edmondson’s groundbreaking research reveals that environments with high psychological safety report more errors but for the right reason. Errors aren't signs of failure; they're opportunities for growth. Francie Jain, CEO of Terawatt, breaks down how safe spaces lead to better processes, happier employees, and massively reduced turnover, saving organizations millions. She shares surprising insights from Google’s top teams, showing how trust and diversity make all the difference, and explains why women excel at fostering this kind of culture.You'll discover:The counterintuitive link between error reporting and safetyHow leaders can build psychologically safe environments regardless of hierarchyPractical steps to assess and improve your team’s cultureThe crucial role of diversity and humility in avoiding groupthinkWhy embracing change and failure unlocks long-term successIgnoring psychological safety risks leads to high turnover, toxic cultures, and missed opportunities for innovation. But when you prioritize trust, you open the door to breakthrough results and happier, more resilient teams. This episode is perfect for managers, founders, and women leaders ready to shift their culture and their impact.With deep expertise at Harvard and real-world success in healthcare and tech, Francie Jain shares how to transform your leadership approach. If you're ready to turn mistakes into momentum and create a workplace where everyone can thrive, hit play now.About FrancieFrancie Jain is the founder & CEO of Terawatt, a B2B marketplace that helps healthcare organizations reduce turnover through expert-led group coaching. She is committed to transforming how employers understand the relationship between professional development and employee retention. Before launching Terawatt, she founded West River Partners, a consultancy that raised capital for emerging markets-based equity hedge funds. Francie holds an AB from Princeton University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where she refined her expertise in data and analytics to drive strategic decisions.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franciejain/ Terawatt: https://terawatt.co/https://www.linkedin.com/company/terawattgroups/About Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Technology doesn’t create value on its own. People do.In this episode, Limor sits down with technology executive and fractional CTO Rose Schamberger to talk about the difference between building impressive technology and building solutions that actually matter.They unpack why customers don’t buy tech stacks, why AI initiatives fail without a clear problem to solve, and how leaders can use technology to improve quality of life, not just productivity metrics.This conversation is especially powerful for women in tech who are leading teams, navigating AI pressure from leadership, or trying to balance innovation with humanity.You’ll learn:Why “latest and greatest” technology often misses the markHow to decide when AI actually makes sense and when it doesn’tWhat human-in-the-loop leadership really looks likeHow technology can better serve women, moms, and underrepresented groupsAbout RoseRose Schamberger is a seasoned technology executive with over 25 years of experience in leading global engineering, product, and technology teams across SaaS, manufacturing, and digital transformation. She has successfully driven platform modernization, cloud migrations, and AI innovations that have enhanced performance, reduced costs, and boosted revenue.Known for translating strategy into execution, Rose has managed global teams, large budgets, and navigated post-M&A integrations and growth environments. She holds a B.S. in Computer Science, an MBA, and has executive education in digital strategy, AI/ML, and board readiness. Certified in Kaizen, she is also a former professional athlete and advocates for inclusive leadership and continuous learning.Connect with Rose on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roseschamberger/About Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠

You know the move.Something big happens in your life, and you still walk into that meeting as if nothing happened. You lead. You perform. You hold it together.Then you crash later, alone.In this episode, I’m joined by Megan Warren, founder and coach at Extraordinary Lives, and we break down what she calls regenerative leadership: leadership that stops extracting from you and your team, and starts building capacity, trust, and better decisions.  We talk about the real cost of “professional masking,” why teams can feel tension even when nobody says anything, and how to lead when you are not fully resourced without making it messy.What you’ll learn:The difference between vulnerability and oversharing at workWhat to say when you need support mid-meetingHow to reduce tension fast so creativity and problem-solving can happenA practical way to handle prioritization conflict when resources are tightWhy self-leadership is the first lever in leadershipAbout Megan WarrenMegan Warren is a leadership coach and systems practitioner who helps high-achieving leaders shift from “business as usual” to a more regenerative, sustainable way of leading. Her work focuses on self-leadership, nervous system regulation, and building cultures where trust and real performance can actually grow. She supports individuals and organizations to solve complex problems without burning out in the process.  Connect with Megan:Website: https://meganwarrencoaching.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-warren-coach/About Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠

A lot of women in tech hesitate to step into management for one reason: they think they need to stay the most technical person in the room.In this episode, I’m joined by Cecilia Borg, an experienced CTO and transformation leader (Spotify, King, Oracle, and more)  to break down what engineering leadership actually is and why the “manager = failed developer” myth is so damaging.We talk about the real business value of engineering managers, why the popular “50% coding, 50% managing” model often creates mediocre outcomes on both sides, and how to navigate mismatched expectations across CEOs, product, tech leads, and teams.If you’re a new engineering manager, a senior engineer considering the leap, or a leader who’s tired of unclear expectations, this conversation will give you language, clarity, and practical direction.In this episode, you’ll learn:What engineering managers are really responsible for (delivery, team health, capacity, strategy)How to stay “technical enough” without needing to ship production codeWhy leadership can feel lonely, and what to do about itHow to define expectations before they define youAbout Cecilia:Cecilia Borg is an experienced CTO and transformation leader with experience from Spotify, gaming company King, Oracle, and many more. She's a DevOps evangelist working with engineers, peers, and leadership to establish a tech culture and organization where people thrive and can innovate. She's on a mission to cross-pollinate the Stockholm tech scene, working as an interim product development leader, advisor, and board member. Follow Cecilia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilia-borg-3a53b5/Resources site: www.doitanyway.seEngineering Leaders (Sweden): https://www.engineeringleaders.se/About Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠⁠

What if the reason you’re not getting promoted isn’t your performance, but your visibility?In this episode, I sit down with Tamara Jackson, former Vice President at a Fortune 500 financial institution, to talk about what it really takes to rise in a male-dominated environment without burning out or becoming someone you’re not.Tam shares the career habits that helped her hold 13+ roles over 25 years, including the one word she credits most for her growth: coachability. We also talk about how women can stop over-interpreting tone, ask better clarifying questions, and build strategic relationships that create real momentum.And in a powerful turning point, Tam shares why losing her mom in 2023 became the catalyst to leave corporate and build her next chapter.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to adapt communication without shrinking yourselfA simple way to ask for feedback that accelerates promotionsWhy “doing great work” isn’t enough, and what to do insteadHow introverts can build visibility with one-to-one strategyThe mindset shift that helps you stop waiting to be chosenAbout Tamara:Tamara Jackson is the visionary founder of Beaconship, a platform dedicated to equipping faith-driven leaders to transform industries and tackle global challenges through innovation. She is also the CEO of Lead Reviver, an AI-powered sales reengagement platform that helps businesses and nonprofits unlock the hidden potential of their lead databases. Tamara merges faith, innovation, and purpose to inspire leaders to create lasting impact.Connect with Tamara:LinkedIn: Tamara Jackson (Coach Tam) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachtam/Facebook: thebeaconship https://www.facebook.com/thebeaconship/Instagram: thebeaconship https://www.instagram.com/thebeaconship/Lead Reviver: https://leadreviver.pro/About Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/podacst⁠Substack: ⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman⁠

So many women in tech look around and think:“My life is good. My role is fine. So why do I feel unhappy, exhausted, and stuck?”In this episode, I sit down with Marina Morgan, organizational psychologist and founder of The Morgan Impact, to talk about what’s really happening under the surface.We unpack the invisible responsibilities women carry, why burnout often disguises itself as “I hate my job,” and why the first step is not a big career pivot. It’s building capacity again.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to recognize when low energy is a nervous system issue, not a personality flawA simple assessment to see how much you’re actually carryingWhy sleep, nutrition, and movement change decision-makingA 10-minute daily “whole body yes” practice to retrain your system for pleasure, not survivalWhen it’s time to make a career change, and when it’s time to stabilize firstIf you’ve been pushing through on fumes, this one will feel like a deep exhale.About Marina MorganMarina Morgan is an organizational psychologist and founder of The Morgan Impact, where she helps leaders and founders build resilience, clarity, and sustainable performance.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mmorgan_sf/videosLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinamorgan-sf/Website: https://themorganimpact.com/#doingAbout Limor Bergman GrossLimor Bergman Gross is a former Director of Engineering turned executive coach for women in tech. She helps ambitious women grow their confidence, influence, and leadership without burnout or pretending to be someone they’re not.Podcast hub: https://limorbergman.com/podacstSubstack: https://limorbergman.substack.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergman

What if only 5 to 10 percent of your thoughts are actually conscious?In this eye-opening conversation, Limor Bergman Gross talks with wealth and purpose strategist Egle Aleknaviciute about the subconscious beliefs that quietly shape your career, your confidence, and even your income.Egle shares how she went from corporate finance and transformation programs to exploring the unconscious patterns that keep so few women in leadership, especially in finance and tech. They talk about:Subtle unconscious bias in interviews and meetingsHow women are conditioned to be “nice,” never too loud or ambitiousWhat perfectionism and fear of failure are really protecting you fromHow to listen to your emotions as data, not dramaPractical ways to surface and reframe limiting beliefsChoosing environments that support your leadership instead of punishing riskAbout Egle:Egle Aleknaviciute is a wealth and purpose strategist with a background in corporate finance and business transformation. She helps ambitious women break subconscious patterns around self worth, money, and success so they can create both financial and emotional freedom. Egle blends deep subconscious work with practical strategy to support women who feel stuck, overachieving, or afraid to ask for more. You can connect with Egle on LinkedIn and explore her work through her website and Money Freedom Scan below.🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ealeknaviciute/🌐 Website: https://www.egle-aleknaviciute.com/📊 Money Freedom Scan: https://www.egle-aleknaviciute.com/#moneyfreedom📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eglealeknaviciute/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/egle.aleknaviciute📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠@LimorBergman

Being the only woman in the room is hard.Feeling like you do not deserve to be there is even harder.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, Limor Bergman Gross talks with Sheila Buswell, CEO and Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical, US Army veteran, engineer, and author of Is This Seat For Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business.  Sheila shares how the US military, a deeply male-dominated space, actually felt more like a meritocracy than her first corporate engineering job. In the Army, no one cared what she looked like. They only cared whether she could fix the generators that kept the lights and heat on.In corporate life, she was told not to be “so girly” if she wanted to be taken seriously as an engineer. From there, the self-doubt and second-guessing began to creep in.Together, Limor and Sheila unpack:Why being “comfortable in your own skin” changes how others see youThe five personal solutions Sheila uses to work with imposter syndromeHow to stop comparing yourself to everyone else’s highlight reelWhy perfectionism keeps you stuck and exhaustedHow to build respect, even when not everyone likes youPractical ways to remind yourself that you deserve your seat at the tableIf you are tired of feeling like you are one course or certification away from being “enough,” this conversation will help you see your experience, your voice, and your presence in a new way.About Sheila Buswell: She is the CEO and Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical, a veteran of the US Army, and the author of Is This Seat For Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business. In her book, Sheila shares her personal experiences with impostor syndrome, as well the stories of a diverse group of accomplished individuals who struggled with self-doubt but found ways to overcome it. She hopes to help others who feel limited by their beliefs experience more freedom and realize they are enough. LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilabuswellbiomedicalBook: https://www.amazon.com/this-Seat-Me-Overcoming-Imposter/dp/1959555669📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@limorbergman⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠@LimorBergman

What happens when you realize the job you took is not for you, but you still want a career in tech?In this episode, Limor talks with Mariam Chtchyan, former Chief Operations Officer at HackTech and now Associate Partner at Civitta, with over a decade of experience in project and delivery management across industries.Mariam started as an English tutor, accidentally landed in a sales role in an IT company, and spent months trying to make it work before she admitted it was not the right path. Instead of quitting tech altogether, she pivoted into project management, learned the technical side from scratch, and eventually reached the C-suite.They talk about:How to know when a role is not for you, and why that does not mean you failedLearning fast in a technical environment when you are not technicalHow to ask “dummy” questions without feeling smallGrowing from junior project manager to COO in about seven yearsWhat it means to build a tech career as a woman in Armenia, where some women still need their husband’s “permission” to workHow Mariam is raising her son to feel and express emotions, not hide themIf you are pivoting into tech, feel behind, or are balancing cultural expectations with your ambition, this conversation will remind you that your path does not have to be linear to be powerful.About Mariam:Mariam Chtchyan is an operations and delivery leader in the tech industry, specializing in digital transformation. She has grown from an English tutor with no technical background into a C-level executive, serving as COO at a tech company and now helping organizations modernize and scale their digital capabilities. Mariam is passionate about challenging traditional gender norms, supporting women in tech, and sharing real stories of corporate evolution through her work and podcast, Digital Shifts – Corporate Evolution Tales.Connect with Mariam:Website: https://gohacktech.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariam-chtchyan-2b2b3b167/YouTube (DigitalShifts podcast): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu14ZeTD6MmHebxSYirFsPAMedium article: https://medium.com/@chtchyanmariam/husband-is-not-allowing-me-to-work-bff196e2ac36

What would happen if you said yes more often - even when it meant moving across the country in a week, starting over, or walking into a room where you know absolutely no one?In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Brittany Kaplan, founder of BK Media Strategies, whose career has taken her from "Camp CNN" to Entertainment Weekly, Madison Square Garden, and now her own media strategy company.Brittany has moved cross country seven times, launched shows, built high profile partnerships, and led celebrity and influencer relations at some of the biggest brands in media and sports. But what stands out the most is how she did it: by saying yes, working hard, and being willing to be uncomfortable again and again.We talk about:How she got hired at CNN before graduation and why her dad told her to be "a big fish in a small pond"What it really took to say yes to opportunities that required moving in a weekWhy she does not believe women were actually set up to "have it all" - and how things are starting to course correctThe power of mentorship and the story of one news anchor’s phone call that changed how she leadsHow to stand out early in your career by being helpful, curious, and always raising your handWhy confidence does not mean knowing everything and how she works with clients as the expert in media, not in their businessHow to put yourself in uncomfortable rooms and be proud of yourself just for showing upIf you have been feeling stuck, craving a change, or intimidated by the idea of putting yourself out there, this conversation will make you feel less alone and more equipped to move.Listen next if you want to:Build a career that can evolve with youFind mentors and become one yourselfGrow your influence without losing who you areConnect with Brittany:Instagram: @brittanylkaplan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanylkaplan/Connect with me, Limor:Podcast hub and all episodes: https://limorbergman.com/podcast/Download my free guide to growing your influence without burnout: [Free guide link]Join my newsletter and Substack community: https://limorbergman.substack.com/Get on the waitlist for my leadership accelerator: https://limorbergman.com/accelerator/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LimorBergmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Instagram: https://instagram.com/limorbergmanYour next level of leadership does not come from having it all figured out. It comes from saying yes, one uncomfortable step at a time.

What if confidence isn’t about being louder, but about asking the right questions?If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting feeling steamrolled, talked over, or unsure how to speak up without pretending to be someone you’re not, this episode is for you.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Juhi Ranjan, Head of Product Management at RTI and a computer science PhD with deep experience in real-time systems, edge computing, and autonomy. Juhi has built her career around complex, high-stakes platforms for automotive, aerospace, and medical markets but the most powerful thing she built was her voice.Juhi shares how she transitioned from research to product leadership, how she handled assertive colleagues without losing herself, and why being the “only woman in the room” taught her how to lead with quiet strength, values, and curiosity.🎧 In this deeply inspiring and practical episode, you’ll learn:💡 How to speak up in male-dominated rooms without faking confidence🔄 How Juhi pivoted from academia to product and stayed aligned with her values🧭 A simple framework to navigate assertiveness with curiosity instead of confrontation🌱 Why it’s okay to build a non-linear career—and how to use your story as your strength💬 How to find champions, build influence, and stop shrinking in high-stakes situationsIf you’ve ever felt overlooked or unsure how to lead in your own way, this episode will remind you: you don’t have to change who you are to become a leader.Connect with Juhi:https://www.linkedin.com/in/juhiranjan/👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/📰 Get weekly leadership insights: https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/📬 Read my personal notes on Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com/🎯 Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: https://limorbergman.com/accelerator📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: https://limorbergman.com/podcast🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman📸 Instagram: @limorbergman▶️ YouTube: @LimorBergman

Why Being Exceptional Isn’t Enough: The Invisible Rules Holding Women Back at WorkWhat if the real reason you’re not being chosen for bigger roles has nothing to do with your talent?In this episode, I sit down with Laura Patterson - corporate veteran, CEO, strategist, and globally recognized expert in customer-centric leadership - to unpack the unspoken rules that shape career growth inside organizations.Laura shares a story that hits hard: the moment her boss told her,“You’re exceptional… but I don’t trust that you would make the same decisions I would.”It wasn’t about capability.It wasn’t about performance.It was about trust, decision-making, and leadership signals women are rarely taught to navigate.This conversation is for every woman who has ever:• worked harder than everyone else but still felt overlooked• been told she’s “great,” yet not seen as a leader• wondered why others get picked while she quietly delivers• struggled with advocating for herself without sounding demanding• wanted more visibility, influence, and leadership opportunities• felt unsure how to step out of the execution trapTogether, we break down:✨ Why working harder won’t get you promoted✨ The trust signals leaders look for✨ How to have career conversations that actually open doors✨ The role of decision-making in leadership credibility✨ How to build advocates inside your organization✨ How women unintentionally become their own biggest barrier✨ Steps to get seen, get trusted, and get opportunities — without burning outIf you’ve ever felt stuck, undervalued, or invisible despite doing everything “right,” this episode will change how you think about your career.You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and practical tools to step into real leadership.🎧 Press play and learn the invisible rules that finally change the game for women in tech.ABOUT TODAY’S GUEST — LAURA PATTERSONLaura Patterson is a globally recognized expert in customer-centricity, data-driven decision-making, and performance management. Her 25+ year corporate and consulting career spans sales, customer relationship management, analytics, product marketing, and strategic leadership.👉 Book a session with Laura:https://visionedgemarketing.com/advisory-service-growth-advice-business-questions/• 25+ years accelerating profitable growth for 300+ companies• Award-winning thought leader and global speaker• Author of 4 books and hundreds of growth-centric articles• Known for her pragmatic, no-nonsense approach• Relatable storytelling combined with data-driven insights• Former corporate executive turned trusted strategic advisor• Host of the podcast What’s Your Edge?Connect With Laura:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurapattersonvem/Website: https://visionedgemarketing.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VisionEdgeMarketingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/texasmarketing1/Twitter/X: https://x.com/VisionEdgeMktgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/marketingtransformationeSpeakers: https://www.espeakers.com/marketplace/profile/40908/laura-pattersonABOUT YOUR HOST - LIMOR BERGMAN GROSSLimor Bergman Gross is an Executive & Team Coach, former Director of Engineering at DigitalOcean, and host of From a Woman to a Leader. She helps women in tech step into strategic influence, executive presence, and leadership roles — without burnout or people-pleasing.Her mission is simple:Help hidden leaders get seen, respected, and promoted.Connect with Limor:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman/Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.comPodcast Hub: https://limorbergman.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@limorbergman

You don’t have to choose between ambition and motherhood.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, executive coach Limor Bergman Gross sits down with Khiara Cureton, Executive Career & Wealth Coach and Founder of AncHER Co., to talk about the mindset and strategies ambitious mothers need to rise into executive leadership, grow their income, and build financial freedom without losing themselves to guilt or burnout.Whether you’re a working mom navigating mid-career growth or an emerging leader ready to break through the middle-management ceiling, this episode gives you:✨ Mindset shifts to stop waiting until you’re “100 % ready” and start going for the next big role💼 Career strategies to land your first executive position through networking, clarity, and confidence💰 Wealth-building lessons to align your financial goals with the life you actually want💫 Permission to thrive as both a present parent and an ambitious professionalKhiara shares her journey from high-pressure consulting to founding AncHER Co., helping mothers redefine success and earn what they deserve. Together, we challenge the old rules — and help you design a life where your career and family both flourish.🎧 Listen if you’ve ever wondered:“Can I grow my career without sacrificing my family?”“Why do I feel guilty for wanting more?”“How do I earn my worth and still protect my peace?”Khiara Cureton is an Executive Career & Wealth Coach, keynote speaker, and the founder of AncHER Co. — a coaching and consulting company that empowers ambitious mothers to rise into executive leadership, increase their earning potential, and build lasting wealth — without burnout or guilt.Drawing on her background in corporate strategy and operations leadership, Khiara helps women bridge the gap between career growth and financial freedom. Her signature approach combines mindset work, career strategy, and money management to help professional women design lives where ambition and motherhood thrive together.🌐 Website: ancherco.com📸 Instagram: @theancherco💼 LinkedIn: Khiara Cureton👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠📰 Get weekly leadership insights: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠📬 Read my more personal notes on Substack: ⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠🎯 Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@limorbergman⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠@LimorBergman⁠

What if your career path isn’t broken, it’s just different?Many ambitious tech leaders believe there’s only one “right” way to grow: climb the ladder fast, take on bigger teams, and never slow down.But what if true leadership involves taking a different path, one that respects your values, prioritizes your wellbeing, and celebrates your unique perspective?In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Meri Williams, an accomplished CTO, tech advisor, CTO coach, and Chair of The Lead Developer conference, for one of the most authentic and inspiring conversations I’ve ever had.Meri shares their nonlinear journey from software engineering to executive leadership, growing teams from 30 to 300, managing burnout, discovering their neurodiversity, and leading with authenticity and compassion. Their story reminds us that success isn’t about fitting the mold, but about building a career that fits you.🎧 In this deeply human and eye-opening conversation, you’ll learn:💡 Why career growth isn’t linear, and how to redefine success on your own terms🔥 What scaling too fast taught Meri about burnout, boundaries, and balance💬 The multiple paths to becoming a CTO, and how to find the one that suits your strengths🚀 How domain expertise, curiosity, and integrity shape great leadership🌱 Why management isn’t the only way to grow, and how technical excellence can be just as fulfilling💫 How to thrive as a neurodiverse leader and build a sustainable, values-aligned careerIf you’ve ever questioned whether you’re on the “right” path, struggled with burnout, or wondered if leadership can coexist with authenticity, this episode will change how you see your own growth.You’ll walk away knowing that your differences are your strengths, your detours are part of the plan, and your success doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/📰 Get weekly leadership insights: https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/📬 Read my more personal notes on Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com/🎯 Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: https://limorbergman.com/accelerator📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: https://limorbergman.com/podcast🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman📸 Instagram: @limorbergman▶️ YouTube: @LimorBergmanMeri Williams is an experienced CTO and leader of technology organizations, currently leading technology teams and advising companies as a CTO coach through their micro-consultancy, ChromeRose.They have led teams ranging from 30 to 300 across organizations including Procter & Gamble, the Government Digital Service, award-winning online print company MOO, mobile-first bank Monzo, and AI-driven drug discovery company Healx.A published author and international speaker, Meri chairs The Lead Developer conference and serves as a tech advisor for Kindred Capital. Together with their wife, they run micro-charity One Goes Up to help young women and enby folks pursue STEM education and careers.💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meriwilliams/

What if getting promoted wasn’t the finish line, but the start of a whole new challenge you never trained for?Many high-achieving women in tech think leadership will feel like a natural next step. But when you go from doing the work to leading the people who do it, everything changes. Suddenly, what made you successful before, your technical excellence, your attention to detail, can actually hold you back.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Tara Landes, founder of Bellrock and lead faculty of its renowned management training programs. With over 25 years of experience helping hundreds of leaders make the leap from doer to leader, Tara shares powerful lessons on how to navigate this tricky transition with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.🎧 In this insightful conversation, you’ll learn:💡 How to know if management is the right path for you🔥 The biggest mindset shift that turns good employees into great leaders💬 What to do when you feel unprepared or afraid of not being liked🚀 How to lead without being the “smartest person in the room”🌱 Why feedback and conflict are actually gifts—not threatsIf you’ve ever been promoted and thought, “Wait, no one taught me how to do this,” this episode is for you.You’ll walk away knowing how to step into leadership with confidence, serve your team effectively, and stop feeling like you’re faking it.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/📰 Get weekly leadership insights: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/📬 Read my more personal notes on Substack: ⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/🎯 Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@limorbergman⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠@LimorBergman⁠✨ About Tara LandesTara Landes is the founder of Bellrock, a Canadian management consulting firm helping leaders build high-performing teams and lasting organizational change. A sought-after speaker and certified change management practitioner, Tara has trained over 950 managers through Bellrock’s leadership programs. Her work blends business strategy and psychology to help organizations create meaningful, measurable results.🔗 Learn more at https://bellrock.ca/💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taralandes/

What if putting yourself first was the key to unlocking more joy, clarity, and leadership impact?In this bold and deeply personal episode, I sit down with Chantelle Botha, bestselling author of Phoenix Rising and Connect Lead Succeed, to talk about the transformational power of embodiment, identity, and feminine leadership.We dive into:Why so many women feel disconnected even when life “looks good”The hidden cost of performing for others (and how to stop)How to reclaim your X factor by rewriting old beliefs about worth, shame, and successThe difference between mindset work and embodiment, and why your body holds the answersHow pleasure, not pressure, fuels authentic leadershipWhether you’re a woman in tech, a recovering people-pleaser, or someone who’s ready to reconnect with your power this episode is your invitation to put yourself back in the center.🔗 Learn more about Chantelle and her work:👉 Retreat: phoenixrisingmauritius.com👉 New book “Phoenix Rising”:ebook | paperback👉 Corporate site: phoenixconfidence.com👉 Connect on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chantellebotha-catalyst🎧 Listen now and share this episode with a woman you love who’s been stuck in “do more” mode for far too long.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠📰 Get weekly leadership insights: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠📬 Read my more personal notes on Substack: ⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠🎯 Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@limorbergman⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠@LimorBergman⁠

What if saying yes to everyone is the very thing holding you back?Many ambitious women believe that being helpful, accommodating, and reliable is the key to being seen as a great leader.But what if the real power move, the one that protects your energy, your confidence, and your career, is learning to say no?In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Sharon Ehrlich, executive coach, speaker, and former IT leader with over 30 years of experience at IBM, Citrix, and Veeam Software. Sharon shares the breaking point that forced her to rethink everything she knew about leadership, success, and balance.🎧 In this eye-opening conversation, you’ll learn:💡 Why saying yes to everything is sabotaging your success (and how to stop)🔥 The simple pause technique that helps you say no with confidence💬 How to set boundaries without damaging relationships or your reputation🚀 Practical scripts to communicate your no clearly and strategically🌱 Why saying no isn’t selfish - it’s generousIf you’re a woman in tech who’s constantly being the fixer, the go-to person, or the one holding everything together, this episode will help you take back your time, your energy, and your power.You’ll walk away knowing how to say no without guilt, burnout, or fear, and finally make space for what truly matters in your career and life.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/📰 Get weekly leadership insights: https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/📬 Read my more personal notes on Substack: https://limorbergman.substack.com/🎯 Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: https://limorbergman.com/accelerator📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: https://limorbergman.com/podcast🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman📸 Instagram: @limorbergman▶️ YouTube: @LimorBergman✨ About Sharon EhrlichSharon Ehrlich is an executive coach, speaker, and leadership facilitator empowering high-performing women to lead with confidence and impact. A native New Yorker now based in Vienna, Austria, Sharon brings over three decades of corporate experience at IBM, Citrix, and Veeam Software. Through her signature Living While Leading framework, she helps women redefine success, set strategic boundaries, and align their careers with their values.🔗 Learn more at https://livingwhileleading.com/work-with-sharon/💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonehrlich1/

What if the only thing holding you back… is you?After 20 successful years at Microsoft, Uma Subramanian took a leap into the unknown—and discovered something powerful:✨ She was limitless.And so are you.If you’re a woman in tech feeling stuck, uncertain, or afraid to take your next big step, this episode will change the way you think about leadership, courage, and what’s possible for your career.🎧 In this powerful conversation, Uma shares the moment that changed everything—a simple walk that led to founding Limitless Leaders and creating a global platform that helps mid-career professionals unlock their full potential.You’ll learn:🔥 How to break free from self-doubt and lead with confidence, even if you’re scared🌱 Uma’s 5S Framework to becoming a Limitless Leader (See, Serve, Stretch, Shine, Sustain)🚀 Why your next leap might start before you feel ready—and how to say “yes” anyway💡 Real stories of bold career moves, creating impact, and leading with heartWho this is for:Women in tech (especially mid-career) who want to grow into confident, visible, and impactful leaders—without burning out or playing politics. If you’ve ever asked, “Can I really do this?”—this episode will remind you that yes, you can.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📬 I’m also on Substack (more personal notes): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎯 Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Uma SubramanianUma is the founder of Limitless Leaders, helping mid-career tech professionals become confident, sought-after leaders. After 20+ years in the tech industry (including two decades at Microsoft), she now empowers others through coaching, community, and events like Limitless Inspirations. She’s certified in Executive Coaching, DISC, Positive Psychology, and more—and her mission is simple: help others realize they are limitless.LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/uma-subramanian-limitless/Website: ⁠https://thelimitlessleaders.com

Have you ever wondered: How do I self-promote without playing politics, and still be fair to others?If you’re a woman in tech navigating promotions, remote teams, or visibility challenges, this episode offers a practical path: lead with fairness to build trust, performance, and a lasting reputation.🎧 I sit down with Soumyasree “Soumya” Vinod, Senior Engineering Manager at Workday, to unpack daily habits of fair leadership: clear standards for decisions, reducing bias in hiring and promotions, spotlighting quiet talent, and building trust across remote and cross-functional teams.In this episode, you’ll learn:Fairness, Daily: Simple practices to make consistent, transparent calls (hiring, promotions, project opportunities).Stand Out, Lift Others: How to balance visibility and self-advocacy without undercutting teammates.Bias → Better Decisions: Practical ways to reduce bias with criteria, documentation, and feedback loops.Trust in Remote Work: Routines that create inclusion, psychological safety, and participation on distributed teams.Quiet Voices, Big Impact: How to advocate for introverted high performers and create equitable visibility.Who this is for:Women in tech leaders (and rising leaders) who want real advancement without burnout or politics. If you’re asking, “How do I get promoted while staying true to my values?”—this conversation provides the mindset, language, and next steps to help you achieve it.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📬 I’m also on Substack (more personal notes): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Soumyasree Vinod:Soumyasree Vinod is a Senior Engineering Manager with ~25 years in software, known for building and empowering high-performing engineering teams. At Workday, she leads teams developing critical platform components and driving scalability and performance. Previously, she held roles at SAP, Sybase, and Peirce Leslie. She holds an MBA in Data Analytics (Nottingham Trent University). Outside of work, she mentors those entering tech and champions inclusive teams—while staying curious about AI’s potential.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soumyasreevinod/

Have you ever wondered: Do I really have to keep chasing titles to grow? What if my next best move is sideways—or smaller?If you’re a woman in tech feeling stuck after a layoff, debating a pivot, or just restless in your current role, this episode will help you rethink career growth—beyond the ladder.🎧 I sit down with Adriane McFetridge — former Engineering Director at Netflix, public board director, CTO, and today a builder tackling new tech (and training for a half-Ironman!) — to unpack why your career can be a jungle gym: messy, fun, unexpected… and yours.In this episode, you’ll learn:Jungle-Gym Strategy: What it is and how it accelerates growth compared to the traditional ladder.Impact > Title: How to evaluate roles by learning, impact, and joy—not team size or prestige.After a Layoff: Practical questions to reset your search: What do I want to learn next? What impact do I want to have?Pivoting with a Story: How to craft a narrative that translates your skills across functions (engineering → product, business, etc.).Risk & “Step-Backs”: When a smaller title or team is actually a step forward.Speak Your Ambition: Why telling your manager (and skip-level) what you want creates opportunities—and advocates.Who this is for:Women in tech leaders (and rising leaders) who want real growth without burning out or waiting for permission. If you’re asking “Is this it?”—this conversation gives you the mindset, language, and next steps to make your move.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📬 I’m also on Substack (more personal notes): ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Adriane McFetridgeAdriane is a global technology leader and advisor with deep experience across engineering leadership, payments, e-commerce, and platform reliability. She’s led revenue & growth engineering at Netflix, served as a public board director, operated as a CTO, and today is hands-on building new products—proving that persistence (not perfection) is a superpower.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianemcfetridge/

Have you ever felt labeled before you even had a chance to prove yourself - “not charismatic,” “too emotional,” or “not leadership material”?If you’re a woman in tech who’s tired of being underestimated, this episode of From a Woman to a Leader will change the way you think about perception. 🎧 I sat down with Sylvie di Giusto — an international keynote speaker, bestselling author of The Image of Leadership and Discover Your Fair Advantage, and the world’s first 3D immersive keynote speaker to uncover how you can take control of the impressions that shape your career.Together, we explore:✅ Why people make up to 11 decisions about you in just 7 seconds (and how to use that to your advantage)✅ The ABCDE framework (Appearance, Behavior, Communication, Digital footprint, Environment) to intentionally craft how you’re perceived✅ Tiny behavioral cues that signal leadership—without faking who you are✅ How your digital footprint can quietly open or close doors (and what to do about it today)✅ The power of surrounding yourself with the right people—because your environment matters more than you thinkWhether you’ve been overlooked, mislabeled, or just want to step into the perception of the leader you already are, this conversation gives you the tools to lead with confidence and be recognized for your true value.🎧 Hit play if you’re ready to master perception and claim the opportunities you deserve.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📬 New! I’m now also on Substack, where I go super personal: ⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Sylvie di GiustoSylvie di Giusto, CSP, is an international keynote speaker, consultant, and multi-award-winning presenter who helps leaders and teams shape perception and maximize their human impact. She has worked with organizations like Microsoft, American Airlines, Hilton, and the US Air Force, and is the author of The Image of Leadership and Discover Your Fair Advantage. Known as the world’s first 3D immersive keynote speaker, Sylvie empowers professionals to lead better, sell faster, and persuade instantly .🔗 Connect with Sylvie:Website: https://sylviedigiusto.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/sylviedigiustoBooks: https://sylviedigiusto.com/books-by-sylvie-di-giusto/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviedigiustoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sylviedigiusto

Have you ever felt like you’re juggling all the plates: work, kids, home, yet still ending the day exhausted and guilty?If you’re a mid-career woman in tech who’s tired of striving for “balance,” this episode of From a Woman to a Leader is for you.🎧 I sat down with Arlene Cohen Miller: Work-Life Harmony & Leadership Coach (ICF PCC), former A-V–rated attorney, certified meditation facilitator, and grandmother, to discuss a kinder, more sustainable approach: harmony.Together, we dive into:✅ Why “work-life balance” causes failure and the harmony mindset that truly works✅ A 60-second breathing reset you can do during meetings, carpool, or while cooking dinner.✅ How to create a genuine support system when family isn't nearby✅ Transforming your inner critic into an inner coach (without toxic positivity)✅ Practical ways to prioritize your to-do list, celebrate your progress, and let go of mom guilt (yes, pizza nights count!)Whether you’re overwhelmed, running on fumes, or craving more ease, this conversation provides simple, manageable tools to safeguard your energy and lead with calm, clarity, and confidence.🎧 Hit play if you’re ready to trade guilt for harmony and start feeling like yourself again.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📬 New! I’m now also on Substack, where I go super personal: ⁠⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠⁠Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Arlene Cohen MillerArlene is a Work-Life Harmony & Leadership Coach (ICF PCC), former A-V–rated Colorado attorney, certified meditation facilitator, and transformational mentor. She helps women (and teams in tech) reduce stress and overwhelm, set compassionate boundaries, and create lives that feel calm, joyful, and sustainable.🔗 Connect with Arlene:Website: https://jewelconsultancy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arlenecohenmiller/

✨ Welcome to From a Woman to a Leader ✨Women in tech are already leaders. The challenge? Too often, others don’t see us that way.I’m your host, Limor Bergman Gross -former Director of Engineering at DigitalOcean, executive coach, mom of four - and I created this podcast to help you show up as the leader you already are.Every week, I bring you candid conversations with inspiring women in tech and leadership. Together, we’ll cover how to:✔️ Negotiate for promotions and the salary you deserve✔️ Overcome imposter syndrome and visibility challenges✔️ Find your voice in male-dominated rooms✔️ Lead with confidence and influence without burning outPast guests include women like Claudia Bruce-Quartey, Jossie Haines, and Sharon Ehrlich sharing real strategies you can put into action right away.If you’re ready to step into your next role, grow your influence, and get recognized for your impact, hit Follow and subscribe today.And don’t forget to share this trailer with another woman who deserves to be seen as the leader she already is.💡 Together, we’re rewriting what leadership looks like.

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right, but still not really thriving?Maybe your calendar is full, your performance reviews are great, and everyone around you thinks you’re crushing it… but inside, you feel stuck, tired, or like something’s missing.If that sounds familiar, this week’s episode of From a Woman to a Leader is for you.🎧 I sat down with Ronni Landeck, a leadership coach for mid-career women, to discuss how to break out of survival mode and regain joy, energy, and purpose without burning out.Together, we dive into:✅ The quiet signs you’ve outgrown your role (and what to do next)✅ How to stop living by outdated rules and start designing a career that works for you✅ Ronni’s powerful SOURCE™ framework to help you pause, realign, and take action✅ Why self-compassion is the missing piece in so many leadership journeys✅ Practical strategies to reclaim your time, energy, and sense of self—starting todayWhether you’re feeling stuck in your job, stretched too thin, or just wondering “Is this all there is?” this episode is your permission slip to explore a better way.🎧 Hit play if you’re ready to stop surviving and start truly thriving.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📬 New! I’m now also on Substack, where I go super personal: ⁠https://limorbergman.substack.com/⁠Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Ronni LandeckRonni is a leadership coach who helps mid-career women create sustainable success—without burning out. Drawing from 25+ years of corporate leadership experience, she now supports women in STEM to lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Her SOURCE™ framework helps clients regulate stress, set healthy boundaries, build community, and execute meaningful change.🔗 Connect with Ronni:Website: https://ronnilandeck.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronni-landeck-bast/Free Masterclass: https://aligned.ronnilandeck.com/

Have you ever felt crushed by job rejections - like all your experience and hard work suddenly didn’t matter?You’re not alone. And you don’t have to stay stuck in that spiral.When I moved to the U.S., I believed my engineering leadership experience would open doors. Instead, I faced rejection after rejection, and my confidence suffered. That’s why I’m so eager to share this episode of From a Woman to a Leader with Carol Hauser, a high-tech recruiter and career consultant who’s been through it too—and now helps women bounce back stronger and smarter.🎧 In this episode, we dive into the emotional side of the job search—the fear, the silence, the self-doubt - and how to take your power back.✅ Why rejection hurts so deeply - and how to stop letting it define you✅ How to tell your story on your resume in a way that actually lands interviews✅ What most women get wrong about job searching (and how to fix it fast)✅ The mindset shift that helped Carol and me go from rejected to re-hired✅ Real-world advice for rebuilding confidence, reframing rejection, and showing up like the leader you areWhether you’re job searching now or thinking about your next move, this episode is for you. Carol brings compassion, strategy, and the tough-love clarity that every ambitious woman needs to hear.🎧 Hit play if you’re tired of shrinking after rejection, and ready to own your brilliance.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📬 New! I’m now also on Substack, where I go super personal: https://limorbergman.substack.com/Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠⁠About Carol HauserCarol is a high-tech recruiter and career consultant who helps immigrants in Israel build successful careers. Originally from Brazil, she moved to Israel 10 years ago and went through her own challenges finding work in a new country. Today, she uses that experience to guide hundreds of international professionals to stand out and find great jobs.🔗 Connect with Carol:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolhauser/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careerhaus18/Linktree: https://bit.ly/3PO20fr

Do you ever find yourself overthinking, people-pleasing, or feeling like anxiety is running the show?You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck there.In this powerful episode of 'From a Woman to a Leader,' I sit down with Denise G. Lee, a Healing and Leadership Coach, writer, and host of The Introverted Entrepreneur Podcast, to explore how ambitious women can overcome anxiety, people-pleasing, and the fears that prevent us from asking for what we deserve.Denise knows firsthand what it’s like to build a career while dealing with emotional wounds and self-doubt. Through her own transformation, she has developed practical strategies that help leaders overcome fear, regain confidence, and lead with clarity.🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:✅ The hidden link between people-pleasing and burnout (and how to break the cycle)✅ Simple but powerful practices to calm anxiety in high-pressure moments✅ How to stop overthinking and start asking for what you want—whether it’s a promotion, a raise, or new opportunities✅ Why saying no is often the most generous and empowering choice you can make✅ How healing old patterns can unlock your next level of leadershipThis conversation is for every woman who has ever second-guessed herself, downplayed her worth, or felt trapped by fear. Denise’s insights will help you shift from anxious and overextended to calm, clear, and confidently in charge of your path.🎧 Hit play if you’re ready to stop letting fear and anxiety call the shots—and start leading with strength, resilience, and self-trust.👩‍💻 Want more support to grow as a leader?📥 Download my free guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/careersteps/⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Get weekly tips & insights: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/newsletter/⁠⁠⁠⁠Ready to get promoted without burnout?👉 Join the waitlist for the Strategic Influence & Executive Presence Accelerator: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/accelerator⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Stay Connected🌐 Podcast hub: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://limorbergman.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/limorbergman⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@limorbergman⁠⁠⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@LimorBergman⁠⁠⁠About Denise G. LeeDenise G. Lee is a Healing and Leadership Coach who helps leaders and entrepreneurs turn personal struggles into professional breakthroughs. Through her own journey of overcoming fears, self-doubt, and toxic patterns, Denise discovered that true leadership requires emotional resilience, clarity, and healing. She writes extensively on these topics at deniseglee.com/blog and shares her insights on The Introverted Entrepreneur Podcast.🔗 Connect with Denise:Exclusive Insights: https://info.deniseglee.com/learnwithdeniseWebsite: https://deniseglee.comBlog: https://deniseglee.com/blog