We are entering a new dawn of executive leadership. A new era where inclusivity, diversity, empathy, and compassion are both welcomed and expected at the leader...
Lift as You Rise: Simple Actions to Help Us All Advance Together
Ep #271: Lift as You Rise: Simple Actions to Help Us All Advance TogetherWomen leaders like you don’t need to be told to lift others up. You’re already doing it. You support, advocate for, and maybe already mentor other women - not because someone told you to, but because it’s part of who you are. So while supporting women is a no-brainer, the how of doing it as effectively as possible - and doing it without burning yourself out - might be less clear. How do you make sure your mentorship truly moves the needle? How do you balance supporting others while continuing to advance your own career? And how do you open doors for other women in ways that create lasting change? In this episode of Women Changing Leadership with Stacy Mayer, I’ll show you how. You’ll learn how to support women at different stages of their careers, structure mentor-mentee relationships so they’re effective and energizing to both of you, and ensure your guidance leads to real results.Unlock the missing piece in your leadership development. Take the quiz: www.ReadytoBePromoted.com
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Bigger Than You with Kelly Roach
Ep #270: Bigger Than You with Kelly RoachHaving a team should make your job easier, not harder. So why does it sometimes feel like a lot more work? Your to-do list just gets longer, your inbox is overflowing, and suddenly, instead of doing everything yourself, you’re also responsible for other people’s work, too. Here’s what you need to know: The best leaders don’t manage their teams - they mentor them. And that is exactly what today’s guest, Kelly Roach, has mastered. Kelly is a former Fortune 500 executive turned 8-figure business owner who built and led high-performing teams before leaving the corporate world and scaling multiple companies of her own. She’s also a Top 20 podcast host, a former NFL cheerleader (yes, really!) and the author of several multi-international best-selling books, including an incredible book about building unstoppable teams: Bigger Than You. In this episode of Women Changing Leadership with Stacy Mayer, Kelly is breaking down how you can go from being a manager to a mentor - so your team isn’t just waiting for directions, they’re taking ownership, making decisions, and leading in their own right.Unlock the missing piece in your leadership development. Take the quiz: www.ReadytoBePromoted.com
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Why 'Middle Management Mentality' Is Keeping You Stuck in Your Career
Ep #269: Why 'Middle Management Mentality' Is Keeping You Stuck in Your CareerYou’re great at your job. You take ownership, hit your goals, and know you’re capable of more. So why does it feel like you’re spinning your wheels in middle management while other people seem to move up faster? Here’s why: The way you think about your role might be keeping you stuck. I call it middle management mentality, and it happens when you unknowingly operate like a middle manager - even when you’re more than ready for a higher-level leadership role. It sounds like: “I’ll just wait for my boss to tell me what to do,” or “If I keep working hard, my results will speak for themselves.” This mindset makes total sense. It’s what got you promoted in the past. But the skills that made you successful in middle management are NOT the same skills that will get you into the executive suite. To get there, you have to start thinking and leading differently now. In this episode of Women Changing Leadership with Stacy Mayer, I’ll show you how middle management mentality is keeping you in career limbo, how to break free from it, and what to do instead so you can step into your next-level leadership role - without waiting for permission.Unlock the missing piece in your leadership development. Take the quiz: www.ReadytoBePromoted.com
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Stuck in Middle Management Hell? Here’s How to Escape FAST
Ep #268: Stuck in Middle Management Hell? Here’s How to Escape FASTLet’s be honest: Middle management is kind of the worst, right? You’re constantly caught in the middle - answering to leaders who don’t always value your input while trying to motivate a team that doesn’t always listen. You have some authority but not enough to make real change (the changes you really want to make). You’re expected to own your work but don’t always get recognized for it. And the worst part? It can feel like this is just how things are. But let me tell you something: this does not have to be your reality. Too many brilliant, hardworking women settle for middle management purgatory because they assume the only way out is to switch jobs, get lucky, or put in even more hours. But that’s not the path to true leadership. You actually don’t need to do more work to get yourself promoted to higher levels of leadership - you just need to position yourself differently. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down how to shift from feeling stuck in middle management to becoming a leader who is seen, heard, and valued. I’ll share real stories of women who landed the titles, pay, and recognition they deserved - not by working harder, but by using a simple strategy that made all the difference. Unlock the missing piece in your leadership development. Take the quiz: www.ReadytoBePromoted.com
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The Biggest Career Risk You’re Taking (Without Even Knowing It!)
Ep #267: The Biggest Career Risk You’re Taking (Without Even Knowing It!)Are you taking the wrong kind of risk at work - or worse, avoiding risk altogether? Every week of this new year has felt a little overwhelming, exhausting, and - let’s be real - mind-numbing. The world feels unpredictable, layoffs are happening left and right, and the temptation to keep your head down and just survive is strong. But here’s the thing: staying invisible is actually the biggest risk of all. I see it all the time. Women leaders - brilliant, hardworking, and beyond qualified - convincing themselves that now is not the time to speak up, to stand out, or to ask for more. But that mindset? That’s a disempowered observer mindset. And it’s keeping you stuck. On today’s episode of Women Changing Leadership, I’m breaking down exactly how to take more strategic risks in your career - especially in times of chaos and uncertainty. You’ll learn the difference between empowered risks that position you for influence and opportunities, and reckless risks that might actually be holding you back. Plus, I’ll show you the single most important strategy to ensure you’re seen as a leader - without having to fight tooth and nail for recognition.Unlock the missing piece in your leadership development. Take the quiz: www.ReadytoBePromoted.com
We are entering a new dawn of executive leadership. A new era where inclusivity, diversity, empathy, and compassion are both welcomed and expected at the leadership table. On Women Changing Leadership, we believe women are the leaders who are bringing about this change, and each week we share strategies and insights to help women like you advance to the executive suite on your terms. Your host, Stacy Mayer, is a bestselling author, a certified executive coach, a promotion strategist, and the creator of Executive Ahead of Time, a life-time access group coaching program for corporate women leaders. In each episode of Women Changing Leadership, Stacy will teach you how to get promoted, get paid, and bring your whole self to the leadership table. Join Stacy on her mission to transform the way business is run from the C-Suite out – one powerhouse woman leader at a time.
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