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Quietly Visible
by Carol Stewart
The Quietly Visible Podcast aims to inform and inspire introverted women who are senior leaders (or aspiring leaders) to be leaders of influence and impact whilst living their best lives. It is for introverted women who want to thrive as leaders and in life. Join Carol Stewart, The Coach for High Achieving Introverted Women and guests, as they share insights from their personal experience, or that which falls within their area of expertise.
Episodes
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Why Introverts Don't Need an Extravert Mask
Leading Without the Mask: How Introverted Women Can Lead Audaciously with Mahlena-Rae Johnson Many introverted women in senior leadership roles feel pressured to adopt an extravert persona just to be seen, heard, and valued. But constantly performing as an extravert is exhausting, unsustainable,...
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Why You Still Feel Like an Imposter After Being Promoted
You've got the promotion or landed the new role. You've worked hard to get there and other people clearly believe you're capable. So why are you now wondering whether you're actually good enough? That feeling of “What if they've made a mistake?” is something I experienced myself when I was…
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How to Reclaim Your Life During Menopause
Menopause isn't just a physical change—it's a whole new beginning. In this episode of the Quietly Visible Podcast, I’m joined by my dear friend of over 40 years, Elaine Freeman. Elaine shares her deeply personal journey through menopause, from the shock of the first symptoms at age 50 to thriving...
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Authentic Networking Strategies for Introverted Women Leaders
In this episode, Carol is joined by Janine Friston, the founder of the Female Business Network. Janine’s community is dedicated to supporting introverted and quietly confident women who are building businesses, generating real income, and cultivating authentic relationships entirely on their own...
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Overcoming the Perfection Trap: Authentic Communication for Introverted Women Leaders
Joining Carol on this episode is the brilliant Brooke Hargraves, a highly experienced media and communications strategist and former political media advisor. Brooke is the founder of Trellis Media, where she helps leaders become confident and authentic communicators on camera, behind microphones,...
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Don't Let Your Authority Leak
In this insightful episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Oge Okosieme, leadership advisor and executive coach, to explore what happens when our authority disappears in high-pressure moments—and, more importantly, how to stop it happening. Many introverted leaders don't...
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Leading Under Pressure
In this honest episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Rashmi Airan—former attorney, Wall Street investment banker, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of All Rise: A Lawyer's Evolution from Prison to Purpose. Together, they explore what happens when ambitious leaders find...
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From Burnout to Aligned Success: Leading Authentically with Shelley-Ann Pieterse
In this inspiring episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Shelley-Ann Pieterse, Executive Alignment Coach and former Managing Director at Accenture, to explore what happens when ambition, perfectionism, and the need for validation collide with authenticity and wellbeing.…
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The Hidden Impact of Perimenopause on Women’s Careers
In this eye-opening and essential episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Dr. Manna Semby—former Goldman Sachs VP turned naturopathic physician, TEDx speaker, and author of The Perimenopause Broken Rung (launching 15th June). Together, they unpack a critical but often…
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Four Ways to Stay Calm and Confident When You’re Put on the Spot to Speak
In this episode of the Quietly Visible podcast, Carol discussed strategies for managing anxiety and improving confidence when speaking in high-stakes situations. She explained how public speaking can trigger communication apprehension, particularly for introverts, and outlined four key techniques...
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How Strategic Stillness Transforms Leadership
In this episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Jinesha Jain, a data strategist and real estate entrepreneur, for a powerful conversation on redefining leadership through strategic stillness. Jinesha shares her journey from high-achieving, hustle-driven success to a moment of...
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You Don't Have to Be the Loudest to Be Visible
Visibility is one of the topics that comes up often in my work with introverted women leaders — and it's easy to understand why. If being in the spotlight doesn't come naturally to you, the idea of putting yourself forward can feel uncomfortable, even unnecessary. But the reality is, research…
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The Power of Cognitive Energy for Introverted Leaders
In this insightful episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by high-performance coach Alex Davids to explore a powerful and often overlooked concept: managing cognitive energy, not just time. Drawing on her background in psychology, neuroscience, and leadership coaching, Alex…
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Breaking the Silence Around Workplace Harassment
In this important and thoughtful episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by employment discrimination attorney Brittany Stevens, a multi-award-winning partner at Phillips & Associates. Together, they explore the realities of sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace —…
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3 Ways to Grow Your Influence Without Performing Confidence You Don’t Feel
In this episode of the Quietly Visible Podcast, Carol Stewart discussed three ways for introverted women to grow their influence without performing confidence they don't feel. She emphasised the importance of getting clear on one's purpose before high-stakes meetings, using strategic visibility…
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When Quiet Is Misjudged: Introversion, Leadership Aspiration & Wellbeing
In this thoughtful and affirming episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Karla Packham-Corteil, an introverted leader, researcher, and leadership development professional with a deep curiosity about what helps people truly thrive at work. Karla shares her personal journey as…
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Leading Without the Mask: Energy, Mental Health & Finding Your Voice
In this deeply honest and powerful episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Nick Elston, award-winning keynote speaker, mental health specialist, and founder of Forging People. Nick shares his lived experience of OCD, anxiety, burnout, and breakdown—and how those challenges...
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3 Practical Steps for Finding the Courage to Lead as Yourself
Carol delivered a powerful message about authentic leadership, particularly for introverted and multiply marginalised leaders. She outlined three key steps for leading with courage: knowing oneself through self-awareness, accepting oneself despite societal expectations, and believing in oneself…
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Breath, Reflection and Self-Care for Introverted Women in Demanding Roles
In this episode of Quietly Visible, host Carole Stewart is joined by Sharon D Brown, self-care strategist, licensed mental health professional, and founder of Self Care U Academy. Together, they explore why self-care is not a luxury but a vital foundation for sustainable leadership — particularly...
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Unfished, Reflective, and Still Moving Forward
As this year draws to a close, this final episode of Quietly Visible is an invitation to pause, reflect, and look ahead with intention rather than pressure.I share some personal reflections on the year that’s been — including goals I didn’t complete, lessons I’ve taken from that, and how…
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When Life Shifts: Navigating Identity and Intuition as an Introverted Mum
In this uplifting conversation, host Carol Stewart, founder of Abounding Solutions, is joined by Melanie Elsbeth, founder and host of MAMA! What’s Next?. Melanie shares her powerful journey from shy East German teenager to navigating adulthood in Australia, finding her voice in corporate spaces,...
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Showing Up Introverted — And Thriving
In this uplifting and honest conversation, Carol speaks with writer, educator, and anti-racism activist Sharon Hurley Hall about what it truly means to model showing up as an introvert. Sharon shares her journey from journalism to activism, how she learned to embrace her introversion with...
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How to Stay Empowered When Leadership Turns Toxic
In this thought-provoking episode, Carol speaks with Kate Lowry, CEO coach, venture capitalist, and author of Unbreakable: How to Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders. Together, they unpack a timely and often unspoken topic — fear-based leadership — and explore how to navigate, survive, and even…
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Navigating Fear, Boundaries, and Burnout as an Introverted Leader
In this episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by award-winning leadership coach, hypnotherapist, and keynote speaker Amy Green Smith. Together, they explore the powerful theme of fear—how it shows up in our lives, how it holds us back, and most importantly, how we can navigate…
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Holistic Health and Authentic Leadership for Women
In this episode of Quietly Visible, Carol Stewart welcomes Yvonne Okiyo, EDI specialist and holistic menopause coach, for a rich and inspiring conversation on leadership, well-being, and gender equity. Yvonne shares her journey into equity, diversity and inclusion work, her passion for supporting...
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My Journey to Self-Belief and Self-Confidence
In this solo episode of Quietly Visible, Carol reflects on her personal journey from self-doubt to self-confidence, sharing how she learned to embrace her introversion and turn it into a strength. She opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome throughout her career—whether navigating...
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The Intentional Imperfectionist: How to Embrace Play and Innovation
In this episode of Quietly Visible, Carol Stewart is joined by Melissa DinWiddie—Juilliard-trained dancer, jazz singer, improviser, author of The Creative Sandbox Way, and creativity consultant for global brands like Google, Meta, and Salesforce. Melissa shares her powerful journey from believing...
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Grace in Leadership: Thriving Without Pretence
In this episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by consultant psychotherapist, writer, and founder of Stilled Therapy & Consultancy, Monique Thomas. Together, they explore what it means to lead with grace and why this is such a powerful approach for introverted women in…
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Networking Without the Overwhelm: Strategies for Introverted Leaders
One of the areas many of my clients struggle with is networking. For introverts, traditional networking can feel overwhelming and draining, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Networking is less about “working the room” and more about building meaningful connections that align with your values…
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Reclaiming Energy and Authority: Authentic Leadership for Introverted Women
Carol Stewart is joined by Dr. Lynise Green, integrated wellness and leadership consultant, wellness strategist, and award-winning expert. Together, they explore how introverted women in leadership can reclaim their energy, authority, and authenticity without giving in to performative…
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Burnout, Boundaries and Beating "Mum Guilt"
In this candid and insightful episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Kai-Nneka Townsend, leadership resilience and burnout consultant. Kai-Nneka shares her personal journey through burnout—how it crept up, the warning signs she missed, and the steps she now teaches leaders to...
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Don’t Stress It, Address It: Managing Stress & Building Resilience
In this episode, Carol explored the impact of stress on women's health, distinguishing between acute and chronic stress and sharing personal stories to illustrate how stress can manifest physically and emotionally. She emphasised the importance of recognising early signs of stress and developing...
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Owning Your Introversion: Leading with Energy, Empathy and Authenticity
Carol Stewart is joined by Koreen Fader, CEO of QVC UK, to discuss the power of self-awareness and introverted leadership. From her beginnings as an intern to becoming CEO, Koreen shares her personal and professional journey—owning her introversion every step of the way. Together, they explore…
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Pressure, Permission & Peace: Managing Your Inner Critic
In this supportive and enlightening episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart speaks with Joy Langley, a psychotherapist, mindset coach, and author of Navigating Stress. Together, they explore how introverted women in leadership can manage internal pressures, deal with imposter feelings, and...
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The Dangers of Staying Too Long in a Comfort Zone
In this episode, Carol explored the concept of comfort zones and their negative impact on personal and professional growth, sharing examples of how staying within one's comfort zone can lead to stagnation and missed opportunities for advancement. She provided practical advice and strategies for...
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Personal Branding for Introverted Leaders
Carol Stewart is joined by PR and personal branding expert Ronke Lawal, founder of Ariatu PR. Together, they delve into how introverted women leaders can cultivate a powerful and authentic personal brand, without pretending to be someone they’re not. Ronke shares wisdom from two decades of…
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Redefining Resilience: Thriving as an Introverted Woman Leader
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Dr. Tosin Bowen-Wright, a consultant clinical psychologist, leadership coach, and advocate for women’s wellbeing. Together, they unpack the myths surrounding resilience and explore how introverted…
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Setting and Upholding Boundaries Without Guilt
In this episode of the Quietly Visible Podcast, I delve into a common challenge faced by introverted women leaders—setting and enforcing boundaries. Whether it's saying yes when you want to say no, avoiding difficult conversations, or overcommitting out of guilt or people-pleasing tendencies, the...
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You Have More Power Than You Think: Burnout, Boundaries & Leadership with Dr. Sharon Melnick
Carol Stewart speaks with Dr. Sharon Melnick, business psychologist, executive coach, and author of In Your Power: React Less, Regain Control, Raise Others. Together, they explore how introverted women—especially those in senior executive roles—can reclaim and embody their personal power in...
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Lead with Your Story: Confidence, Authenticity and Storytelling for Introverted Leaders
“Confidence isn’t about being louder. It’s about being more of yourself.” — Beatrice Kabutakapua In this enriching episode of Quietly Visible, Carol Stewart is joined by Beatrice Kabutakapua, business storytelling coach and founder of the Business Storytelling Centre. Together, they explore how...
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My Journey to Becoming Unapologetically Introvert and Proud
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Quietly Visible podcast, Carol Stewart shares her journey from denying her introversion to becoming unapologetically introvert and proud. She reflects on her childhood experiences with shyness and self-doubt, the societal misconceptions that...
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From Masking to Meaning: Joanne Lockwood on Resilience, Identity & Inclusive Leadership
In this powerful episode of Quietly Visible, Carol Stewart speaks with Joanne Lockwood, inclusive culture specialist, speaker, and founder of SEE Change Happen. Joanne shares her personal and professional journey of transitioning as a transgender woman at 52, and how embracing her true identity…
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Managing Your Energy in High-Stakes Moments
“Presence is not about performing louder—it's about taking up space intentionally and managing your energy with grace.” — Salvatore Manzi In this episode of Quietly Visible, Carol Stewart is joined by Salvatore Manzi, a communications coach and author of the upcoming book Clear and Compelling....
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How to Develop Your Influencing Skills
Being able to influence helps you to convey your ideas and inspire others to buy into them. It helps build strong relationships, fosters better teamwork, drives productivity, guides and eases the process of change, and much more. People who can influence tend to have more significant career...
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The Courage to Be You: How Listening to Your Inner Voice Leads to an Authentic Life
Host Carol Stewart is joined by Sandra Stocks—motivational speaker, coach, and co-host of the Living a Hell Yes podcast. Together, they explore the quiet yet powerful voice within us—the one we often ignore in favour of people-pleasing, fear, and the expectations of others. Sandra shares her…
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Protecting Your Peace: Energy Management for Introverted Women with Tiki Paige
In this deeply grounding episode of Quietly Visible, host Carol Stewart is joined by Tiki Paige, a transformation coach, energy and sound healer, and founder of Soulful Tiki. Together, they explore why introverted women often feel energetically drained—and how to protect and restore your energy…
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Is Your Career Still Working for You?
In this episode, I explore the question: 'Is your career still working for you at this stage in your life?' I share personal stories and client experiences that highlight the importance of aligning your career with your current life circumstances, priorities, and values. Using the Kaleidoscope...
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How Workshop Culture Empowers Teams with Alison Coward
In this episode of Quietly Visible, Carol Stewart is joined by Alison Coward, founder of Bracket and author of Workshop Culture. Alison shares her insights on building creative, productive team environments using workshop principles. As an introverted leader herself, Alison also opens up about…
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Self-Awareness is Key
Before you can lead others you need to be able to lead yourself, and self-awareness is key. In this episode of the Quietly Visible Podcast, I talk about the importance of self-awareness for introverted women leaders. Take the confidence, influence, and impact assessment at...
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The power of purpose: Embracing authentic leadership with Julie Perkins
"Once you understand your purpose and lead yourself first, everything else begins to align." — Julie Perkins In this inspiring episode of Quietly Visible, Carol Stewart welcomes Julie Perkins, founder of Wyseminds, a platform dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs. Julie shares her journey...
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The Quietly Visible Podcast aims to inform and inspire introverted women who are senior leaders (or aspiring leaders) to be leaders of influence and impact whilst living their best lives. It is for introverted women who want to thrive as leaders and in life. Join Carol Stewart, The Coach for High Achieving Introverted Women and guests, as they share insights from their personal experience, or that which falls within their area of expertise.
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The Quietly Visible Podcast aims to inform and inspire introverted women who are senior leaders (or aspiring leaders) to be leaders of influence and impact whilst living their best lives. It is for introverted women who want to thrive as leaders and in life. Join Carol Stewart, The Coach for High...
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