Women Changing Leadership with Stacy Mayer

Ep #315: How Promotable Leaders Own Their Process and Not Their Projects

In this week's episode, I'm celebrating the first graduates of my Executive Promotion Process Facilitation Certification — and using their journeys to dig into something I believe is the real differentiator for senior leaders: having your own process. Not projects. Not instincts. A repeatable, articulable system for how you lead. I share the stories of Jennifer, Shari, and Thelma to show what shifts when you stop operating on gut feel and start owning a defined leadership approach — one that makes you promotable, transferable, and indispensable no matter your industry. If you're ready to move from task-focused execution to genuine thought leadership and influence, this episode will show you exactly how your leadership process becomes your most powerful career asset.
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Ep #313: Take Back Your Power with former Ancestry.com CEO, Deb Liu
In this episode, I sit down with Deb Liu — founder, investor, advisor, former CEO of Ancestry.com, and creator of Facebook Marketplace — for a conversation about building relationships that actually matter, making sure your voice is heard in leadership rooms, and what it really takes to go from a small town in the South to leading some of the biggest names in tech. Deb breaks down the four types of allies every woman needs in her corner, why diverse viewpoints are a competitive advantage, and how tools like AI are changing the game for women who are ready to accelerate their careers. If you've ever felt like you were navigating the corporate world without a roadmap, this one's for you.
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Ep 312: The Game Behind the Game: Politics, Power, and the C Suite
In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the multiple pathways to securing and sustaining a C Suite role — drawing on real stories from women who've succeeded and faced unexpected challenges at the executive level. I'll tell you why the C Suite isn't always the dream job it appears to be, how to navigate the political landscape once you're there, and why building strong alliances — with your peers and your CEO — is what actually determines your long-term success. I also share my signature concept, "always be interviewing," and walk you through the actionable steps to position yourself for executive leadership, wealth, and influence — on your own terms.
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Ep #311: The C-Suite Reality: Why Success Still Feels Unfulfilling
In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I’m pulling back the curtain on what really happens after you reach the C-suite—because for so many women, it’s not the relief or fulfillment they expected. I walk through the patterns I see with my executive clients: overworking at the highest levels, feeling underutilized, and struggling to create real impact despite having the title. We dive into the challenges of navigating organizational structure, managing dysfunctional executive peers, and regulating your emotions in high-stakes environments. I also break down the critical shift from being a subject matter expert to becoming a visionary leader who communicates at scale. Whether you’re on your way to the executive level or already there, I share practical strategies to help you build a dream team, manage up effectively, expand your influence, and finally create both career satisfaction and personal freedom in your leadership role.
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Ep. #310: Buy-In vs Permission: Why Your Work Isn’t Getting Recognized
In this episode of Women Changing Leadership, I explore why hard work alone often goes unnoticed in corporate environments, especially for high-achieving women. I share real-life examples and coaching insights to show you how to align your contributions with executive priorities and secure genuine buy-in from leadership—instead of just seeking approval or overdelivering on projects no one is championing. You’ll learn practical strategies to stop pouring energy into unrecognized work, start positioning yourself for visible impact, and confidently claim your place at the leadership table.
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