The Ripple: A Podcast from Wednesday Women

Welcome to part 2 of our special founder episodes, where we get to know the leaders behind the Wednesday Women community that makes this podcast possible. This week, we're catching up with Melissa Moody about how her visibility journey led to amplifying women leaders around the world. If you want to build visibility but hate talking about yourself, tune in. This episode is for you. Questions for reflection:How can your values inform your approach to building your public presence? How can building a public presence support the next chapter of your career? ___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Melissa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissammoody/👉 Learn more about Wednesday Women: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

In part 1 of this special series, we're getting to know Leslie Greenwood, co-founder of Wednesday Women - the community that makes this podcast possible. She gets real about what it means to liberate yourself from people-pleasing to build a personal brand that attracts the right people and repels the wrong people. Questions for reflection:What would it look like to align your network with your values?How can you treat your network more like a community? ___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Leslie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-greenwood/👉 Learn more about Wednesday Women: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Have you been using invisibility as a means of survival? Maybe it’s time to thrive in the spotlight instead. Host Ashley Laabs chats with Ashley Stamps-Lafont, who recounts how her time on stage taught her to discern what felt scripted and what it meant to be authentically herself.Questions for reflection:When does it feel more comfortable to be invisible?Who’s in your corner when you’re in your head?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleystampslafont/👉 Learn more about Ashley: https://thesuccessrx.ca/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Nikki Bishop shares her biggest revelations about building her visibility - from changing her mindset about enlisting help to celebrating failure as part of the journey to live out her purpose.Questions for reflection:How does your purpose shape the impact you want to have?How can you celebrate your failures?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkiwbishop/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Stepping into an executive role shines a light on gaps you may have never seen before. For our guest Stephanie Valenti, it taught her to master the language of CFOs, lean into hard conversations, and stay strong through scrutiny. Join us for a conversation about what it means to show up when doubt feels loud.Questions for reflection:How can you create connection around the moments that make you feel alone at work? What would it look like if your visibility journey was a way of giving back to your professional community?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentis/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Building your reputation isn’t selfish. When done well, it helps you put others in a better position than they were before they met you. In this episode, our host Ashley Laabs talks with Bridgett McGowen about the secret sauce of building a personal brand that uplifts others.Questions for reflection:Where are the gaps between your identity and your professional presence?Have you ever thought that visibility was vain or performative? If so, why?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Bridgett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmcgowen/👉 Learn more about Bridgett: https://www.bridgettmcgowen.com/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Growth doesn't have to mean overwhelm. That's the lesson our guest Stephanie J. Neill learned in the moments she stretched just a little too far outside her comfort zone. In this episode, Stephanie shares her point of view on how to tell the difference between your stretching zone and the screaming zone. Questions for reflection:How can you tell the difference between your stretching zone and your screaming zone?How can you see your visibility as a way of giving back to others?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieneill/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Sometimes things don't go to plan - they go better. Deidre Hudson tells us about becoming a CMO earlier than expected, and the courage it takes navigate your doubts. She opens up about what it means to be seen, trust your feelings, and lead as your whole self.Questions for reflection:What are you tired of? When you consider your options, how do they feel?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Deidre on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deidrehudson/👉 Get your copy of How the F*ck Did I Get Here? https://www.amazon.com/How-Did-Get-Here-Younger-ebook/dp/B0BR34PC4X👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Katie Swett Miller joins our host, Ashley Laabs, to explore how you can overcome imposter syndrome, one micro-moment at a time. Katie recalls her experience of bringing her "behind-the-curtain" product role into the limelight.Questions for reflection:Are you chasing perfection or performance? And when can you give yourself permission to stop rehearsing and start showing up as your imperfect self?__________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Katie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katieswett/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

From government executive to founder, Tash Durkins has made it her mission to create space for vulnerability and joy to lead the way. Join us for a talk that will inspire you to find low-risk moments for building trust by telling the whole story - the good, the bad, and the ugly - that made your expertise possible.Questions for reflection:When is your silence creating an unmet need? When is your slience depriving the world of you and your message? ___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Tash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tashdurkins/👉 Learn more about Tash: https://www.fiercely-joyful.com/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

What if you built your future by pitching who you’re becoming instead of who you are? Precious L. Williams shares how this approach helped her step outside the criticisms and step into the pitch that changed her life.Questions for reflection:What criticisms do you need to stop believing?How comfortable do you feel with being seen in the process of becoming? ___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Precious on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/precious-l-williams/👉 Learn more about Precious: https://perfectpitchgroup.com/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

If you’ve ever been the only woman at the table, this episode is for you. K Royal sits down with our host, Ashley Laabs, to explore what it means to own her expertise in a male-dominated industry and how entering pageants as an adult strengthened her sense of self. Questions for reflection:Is your ambition being directed in alignment with your goals?What are you holding onto that’s keeping you out of alignment with yourself?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with K on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kroyal/👉 Check out Serious Privacy Podcast: https://seriousprivacy.buzzsprout.com/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

What does it actually take to be seen as an expert? Sales strategist and entrepreneur Kaivona Parker digs into the reality of her visibility journey. Join us for a conversation about how to curate social media use, share before you're ready, and listen to your gut.Questions for reflection:What would it look like if you could anticipate the best-case scenario instead of the worst-case scenario?What would help you overcome or mitigate the discomfort of trying something new?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Kaivona on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaivona-parker/👉 Learn more about Kaivona: https://kaipagency.com/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

In this episode, Ashley Faus applies the principles of Human-Centered Marketing to help you build visibility and connect with your network. She shares her journey from posting on LinkedIn to fielding inbound speaking invitations and job offers.Questions for reflection:Where do you have access to listen for opportunity?If you’re growing your visibility, who do you want to see you?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyfaus/👉 Learn more about Ashley: https://ashleyfaus.com/👉 Grab your copy of Human-Centered Marketing: How to Connect with Audiences in the Age of AI: https://ashleyfaus.com/book/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

In this episode, we sit down with 2x founder Paige McPheely to talk about how seeking funding changed her relationship with thought leadership. Before she could come out from behind the curtain of the business, she had to put down the weight of others' expectations. Whether you're building a business or taking ownership of your career, this episode will remind you that you don't have to do it alone.Questions for reflection:What are some of the "shoulds" weighing you down?What can you take out of your backpack of expectations? ___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Paige on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigemcpheely/👉 Find an executive assistant through Base: https://basehq.com/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

This is a special series featuring the incomparable Glo Harris - Executive Advisor, Organizational Consultant, Intergenerational Healer.This episode is all about power, self-advocacy, and claiming the space you deserve. Glo talks about the biggest blind spot she sees in rising women leaders — waiting to be noticed — and shares how to ask boldly, manage up with confidence, and step into CEO energy long before you’re given the title.The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

This is a special series featuring the incomparable Glo Harris - Executive Advisor, Organizational Consultant, Intergenerational Healer.Glo goes deep on the emotional realities leaders face: burnout, the pressure to prove yourself, feeling “too much,” imposter syndrome, and the quiet insecurities every high performer carries. She offers grounded, compassionate wisdom for navigating the internal world of leadership with more grace and less self-judgment.The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

This is a special series featuring the incomparable Glo Harris - Executive Advisor, Organizational Consultant, Intergenerational Healer.Forget the outdated, surface-level definitions of “executive presence.” Glo unpacks what presence really is — how you carry your energy, how you hold attention, how you move in a room, and how your physicality communicates confidence long before you speak. A must-listen for anyone refining their leadership presence.The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

This is a special series featuring the incomparable Glo Harris - Executive Advisor, Organizational Consultant, Intergenerational Healer.In this episode breaks down the timeless truths of leadership — the small, human behaviors that separate the merely good from the unforgettable. From speaking with candor and care, to being present in the moment, to understanding your ripple effect, this episode is rich with habits great leaders practice daily.The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

This episode is part of a special series in which we interview the incredible Glo Harris - Executive Advisor, Organizational Consultant, Intergenerational Healer. Learn about Glo's extraordinary path from young mother to psychotherapist to global executive coach to leaders at Google, McKinsey, Facebook, and beyond. This is the story of how she found her calling — and what it taught her about purpose, identity, and trusting your own path.The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Speaking doesn’t just build your visibility, it helps you step into the most authentic form of confidence. Join us as Nausheen Chen sits down with our host, Ashley Laabs, to dive into the mindset shifts that will help you amplify your message without sacrificing who you are.Questions for reflection:When you’re in the spotlight, do you feel confident, or are you performing confidence? What stories from your career and life are the most relevant to your message? ___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Nausheen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen/👉 Learn more about Nausheen: https://www.speaking.coach/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

LinkedIn-insider Lorraine K. Lee chats with our host, Ashley Laabs, about why doing great work isn’t enough. She shares the rewards of creating visibility instead of waiting for recognition.Questions for reflection:Where have you been avoiding being present?How can sharing your experience help others?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Lorraine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorraineklee/👉 Learn more about RISE Learning Solutions: https://lorraineklee.com/👉 Get a copy of Unforgettable Presence: https://lorraineklee.com/unforgettable-presence/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

At a certain point, your biggest challenge isn’t knowing more, it’s trusting yourself more. That’s what Lindsay Tjepkema learned after years of pushing herself too hard and making herself too small. Join Lindsay and our host, Ashley Laabs, for an episode all about the power of authenticity, human connection, and trusting yourself again.Questions for reflection:When does performing to others’ expectations get in the way of doing what you really love?Which parts of “having it all” actually matter, and which parts are just draining your energy?___________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Lindsay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaytjepkema/👉 Learn more about Human Brands Win: https://humanbrandswin.com/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Don't wait to build your reputation until you need to use it--start building status now. Author, professor, and organizational psychologist Alison Fragale joins our host Ashley Laabs to uncover what it means to grow visibility with intention, not exhaustion.Questions for reflection:Whose opinion do you need to influence? How can you be of more strategic service to others?__________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Alison on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonfragale/👉 Get your copy of Likeable Badass: https://alisonfragale.com/product/likeable-badass-book-signed-workbook/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

How can you stand in your character instead of conforming? That’s the question Brianna Doe answers in her upcoming book, The Unapologetic Professional. She sits down with our host, Ashley Laabs, to talk about the importance of unlocking security and mentorship by unlocking your voice.Questions for reflection:How has your definition of professionalism held you back? How can being unapologetic help you move forward?__________💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Brianna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianna-doe/👉 Get a copy of The Unapologetic Professional: https://www.briannadoe.com/the-unapologetic-professional👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

A single conversation can change everything. That’s what happened when Kim Peretti’s mentor asked questions that sliced through the shield of perfectionism and helped her find her confidence.Questions for reflection:- Do you feel like you are enough?- Do you feel like you are successful?_______💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Connect with Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-peretti-2b719730/👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Stop waiting for permission to be noticed, get promoted, and have an impact. Shantel Love joins our host, Ashley Laabs, to talk about how you can honor your journey without fear.Questions for reflection:- What rooms are you in that don't deserve you? - When are you convincing yourself you can't do something instead of looking for options?Connect with Shantel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shantellove/ Get your copy of Promote Your Damn Self:https://www.shantellove.com/books 💜 Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.) 💜👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Giddy up because Season 2 of The Ripple is here!This time around, we’re keeping things short and sweet with bite-sized episodes and reflective questions to spark ideas you can actually use in your everyday life.In this quick trailer, you’ll hear from Wednesday Women co-founder Melissa Moody and our ever-energetic and vibrant host, Ashley Laabs, as they spill what’s coming up this season. We’ve got women who’ve built game-changing tech, written books, founded purpose-driven organizations, led teams, and who know what it’s like to face big challenges and turn them into opportunities. This season is all about how exec women leaders show up, create visibility for themselves and the work they do. We’re bringing you their unfiltered stories, lessons learned, and tips you can put in your own career toolbox. (and then use as needed) 😉If you’re here for the real talk, the courage, and the ripple effect of women owning their voices - you’re in exactly the right spot.____________Season 2 is made possible by our friends at GNW Consulting, who support our mission to uplift women execs. (And provide top-notch MarTech-driven agency support for your marketing operations needs, btw.)First episode in the new season drops in mid-September. Until then…👉 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/👉 Drop us a note at [email protected]👉 Learn more about GNW Consulting: https://gnwconsulting.com/👉 Learn more about Wednesday Women Executive Membership: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membershipThe mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

When you let fear get in the way, you leave the door open for regrets. Join us as Ikram Guerd, VP of Global Marketing at Aspivix and board member of Inspiring Girls USA, shares how a life-changing mantra gave her the courage to leap into new opportunities. From tackling pain in women’s healthcare to mentoring the next generation of leaders, Ikram reveals how stepping out of her comfort zone helped her create meaningful change. She also emphasizes the importance of visibility and advocacy in empowering women to take control of their health and careers.Questions for Reflection:  Where has fear been holding you back?  What might you regret 10 years from now? What’s one step you can take toward empowerment today?Find Ikram on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ikramguerd/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Opportunities aren’t just handed out—they’re cultivated. Ejieme Eromosele shares her journey from customer success rookie to GM of EMEA at Quiq, and how founding Success in Black has created space for others to thrive. She reveals why speaking your goals into existence and building community are key to creating meaningful change.Questions for Reflection:Are you actively cultivating your opportunities or waiting for them to find you?What communities can help you grow?Find Ejieme on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ejieme/Learn more about Success in Black: https://www.successinblack.co/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

The numbers don't lie, but they dont' tell the whole story either. Abi Williams reveals what it means to break out of "spreadsheet leadership" to build a people-first culture that thrives.Questions for Reflection: What models of leadership have you inherited?How can you grow through subtraction? Find Abi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abiolawilliams/ Learn more about Lead Not Lag: https://www.leadnotlag.com/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Heidi Solomon-Orlick dives into workplace diversity through the eyes of travel and leadership. Join us as she shares practical advice for leaders who want to create safe, inclusive spaces.Questions for Reflection: How can you respond to new situations with more openness? How can you encourage belonging instead of fitting in? Find Heidi on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/heidisolomon1 Learn more about GirlzWhoSell: https://girlzwhosell.com/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Your experience can change lives--whether you're a seasoned pro or new to leadership. Join us as Kristi Faltorusso shares how to overcome imposter syndrome and share your knowledge. She teaches us how finding confidence in your voice can get you closer to the people you can help most.Questions for Reflection: How can your experience help others? What's holding you back from sharing it? Find Kristi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiserrano/ Learn more about Kristi: www.kristifaltorusso.com The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Listen to a brief mid-season recap from Host Ashley Laabs. And have a wonderful holiday season this 2024! The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Small businesses can have big cultures, too! Molly George joins us to share how she implemented innovative benefits that help her team thrive. Her experimental approach is sure to inspire your next big idea!Questions for Reflection:What would you change about your work culture? What experiments could you run to make it happen? Find Molly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-george-kickstand/ Learn more about Kickstand: www.meetkickstand.com The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Not all advice is worth taking. That's the lesson Noelle Russell learned after her mentors underestimated her. Instead of playing it small, she learned to embrace her instincts and create a supportive community of her own.Questions for Reflection: - How do you know what advice is worth listening to? - What do you owe yourself?- How can you take the opportunities that are presented? Find Noelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noelleai/ Learn more about AI Leadership Institute: http://skool.com/aili/about The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Have you noticed our questions for reflection?  Here's a bit about the why and how we've created the Ripple to help YOU.  Hear from host Ashley Laabs ... and then let us know what you think!The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Join us as Hang Black shares how her experience as an immigrant shaped her mission to create joyful community at work. Her lens on human-centered sales processes and diverse teams is an inspiring look at what it means to be a curious leader. Questions for Reflection How can you encourage a spirit of discussion instead of debate? How can you bring more joy into your relationships? Find Hang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hangwithhang/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Yes, we CAN have it all! Krissy joins us to talk about her journey balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood, and how it taught her to live life unapolagetically. Learn to ignore the naysayers and build the life that fits your personal definition of success.Questions for Reflection: What's your definition of "having it all?" What are the "shoulds" taking up your limited time and energy?Find Krissy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissymanzano/ Learn more about Blueprint Expansion: www.blueprintexpansion.com Listen to the Talent GTM podcast: https://blueprintexpansion.com/resources/podcasts/  The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Don't let plan B keep you from achieving your goals. Alina Vandenberghe shares her journey up the corporate ladder and blasting off to found Chili Piper, valued at $700 million. She reveals the importance of conviction when building a culture and company that thrives. Questions for Reflection What would it look like to bring more conviction into your decisions? Who are your biggest supporters? Find Alina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinav/ Learn about Chili Piper: www.chilipiper.com The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Are you saying yes to the things that matter? Karrie Sanderson draws on experiences from her career as an executive at companies like Typeform and Smartsheet to show how we can embrace more opportunities—even when they're outside our comfort zone. Questions for Reflection What do you want to say yes to? How can you build the confidence to trust your gut? Find Karrie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karrie-sanderson/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

From engineering to entrepreneur, Juhi Saha has taken each step forward in her career with a strong sense of personal agency. Now, as the CEO of Partner1, she shares how portfolio careers are giving people a fresh playbook for success.Questions for Reflection Where do you feel stuck?Are there any moves you haven't explored yet? Find Juhi on LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juhisaha Learn about Partner1: https://www.partner1.io The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Resilience expert Stacey Copas shares the moment that motivated her to step into her story and her life's work. Join us as she recalls how she turned a life-changing accident into a life-affirming career.Questions for Reflection How could your story help others? What's keeping you from telling your story? Find Stacey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceycopas/ Learn about Academy of Resilience: https://www.academyofresilience.com.au/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Join us as Marija Skobe-Pilley shares her story of transitioning from individual contributor to leader of the Women in Customer Success Platform. Her passion for finding female role models led her to fill a persistent gap in her industry and blaze a trail for aspiring leaders everywhere. Maria shares the importance of visibility and representation to help women keep climbing the ladder.Questions for Reflection How can you step into being a beginner with joy? How can you better collaborate with the mentors in your life? Find Marija on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mspilley/ Learn about Women in Customer Success: https://www.womenincs.co The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

The job market may be tough, but intention and consistency conquer all. Nadia Milani, VP of Marketing at FundThrough, talks about how her personal values helped her make the right moves. Learn how to stay true to yourself on the job hunt—and see the red flags earlier—to build a career that loves you back. Questions for Reflection What are some red flags you may be ignoring? What needs are you prioritizing most right now? Find Nadia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-milani-she-her-%F0%9F%87%BA%F0%9F%87%A6-37021314/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Having more women in sales isn't just good for women—it's good for business! Get practical advice for finding mentors and developing a supportive network from Lori Richardson, Founder of Score More Sales.  She gives insider perspective on overcoming barriers in a male-dominated industry so you can keep climbing the ladder and grow diverse teams. Questions for Reflection Are you being celebrated or tolerated? What can you do to bring more women along with you as you grow? Find Lori on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scoremoresales/ Explore Lori's favorite resources: https://linktr.ee/scoremoresales The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

What if your customers were your best co-creators? In this epsiode we explore how collaboration, support, and relationships are challenging the traditional sales playbook. Janice B. Gordon, Founder of Scale Your Sales, shares the new rules for driving revenue with integrity. Questions for reflection: How can you invite more co creation into your work and your life? How can your organization's internal culture more closely parallel its customer relationships?Find Janice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-b-gordon Learn more about Scale Your Sales: https://scaleyoursales.co.uk Listen to the Scale Your Sales Podcast: https://scaleyoursales.co.uk/podcast The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

What does it look like to establish a human-centered approach to sales and company culture? In this episode, we sit down with Samantha McKenna, CEO of #samsales, to get a behind-the-scenes-look at how authenticity and growth became inextricably tied in her business. Questions for reflection: How can you be more authentically yourself in your work?How can you contribute to making work a more human centric place?Find Samantha on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samsalesli/ Learn more about #samsales: https://www.samsalesconsulting.com/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Stop people pleasing and playing it small with inspiration from Brandi Starr, COO at Tegrita. She shares how a mixup on her very first day in a leadership position set the tone for the rest of her career.Questions for reflection: Where would it be helpful for you to get comfortable with ruffling a few feathers? How can you use empathy to diffuse tension?  Find Brandi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandistarr/ Learn more about Tegrita: https://tegrita.com Listen to Brandi's podcast, Revenue Rehab: https://www.revenuerehab.live/ The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends

Learn what it means to refine your intuition and follow your gut from Mary Shea, Global Chief Evangelist for HireQuotient. She shares how calculated risks, curiosity, and great relationships helped her make huge pivots in her career.Questions for reflection: How might you learn to trust your gut more? How might you take a chance on others?  Find Mary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryshea/Learn more about HireQuotient:  https://www.hirequotient.com/The mission of Wednesday Women is to increase visibility of executive women leaders everyone should know, learn from, and be inspired by.💜 Support the movement - anyone can sign up for our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wednesday-women/💜 Join the membership - executive women can discover a safe place for busy leaders to ask any question + uplift others: https://www.wednesdaywomen.org/exec-membership💜 Share this podcast (The Ripple) with your friends