Sharing stories from amazing leaders just like you and me. Breaking down myths of leadership, imposter syndrome & helping us all be braver. Step by step.
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Calling all feminine legacy leaders! Tune in en leer hoe je de foundation legt voor jouw Million Dollar Legacy. Suzanne Beukema leert je the art of high-ticket feminine leadership en hoe je een match wordt voor premium Soulmate klanten. Get ready voor unshakable leadership, een premium positionering en je eerste million dollar year - the feminine way.
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For most women, when we are invited to study leadership the teachers, scholars, authorities and models are primarily… men. We are indoctrinated from the time we are born that men are the leaders and that natural male characteristics are the strengths you must also possess to be a good leader. Powerful. Strong. Authoritative. Direct. Assertive. Decisive. These and so many more are attributes that are typically associated with the male model of a leader. And so, for the better part of the last ...
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A Call to Leaders for More Connections
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In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy explores the transformative power of in-person connection in business and leadership. Fresh from her retreat in Hawaii, Kris shares a fundamental truth that nothing replaces the value of in-person connection. While the business world leans heavily on virtual interactions and digital spaces, she…
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#191 Miss Tee - No Permission Needed: Miss Tee’s Call to Lead, Empower, and Transform
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From teaching dance in parks to building an award-winning arts empire, Miss Tee Tamaira Sandifer is rewriting the rules of leadership, resilience, and impact. Hear how this powerhouse leader turned her passion into programs that have transformed over 800,000 lives globally. ----------------------- Craving inspiration? I send an email each Sunday ab…
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#96 Waarom gelijk de focus op je eerste miljoen?
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In deze aflevering deel ik een experiment (met mindblowing resultaten) van afgelopen week: met ALLE vrouwen in mijn wereld meteen de focus op hun eerste Million Dollar Year - ongeacht waar ze nu staan. Ontdek in deze podcast waarom de focus op jouw eerste miljoen from-the-get-go je zoveel méér gaat brengen aan een business en bankrekening die jouw …
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Who Will Lead Your Business Without You?
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In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy takes us on a journey through the stages of leadership and what it means to become a Sage—a woman who transforms an idea into a thriving entity and puts it out into the world. Sages are recognized as experts in their field and are known for what they do. With her heart-centered philosophy and d…
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#190 Penny Locaso - Owning Your Expertise: A Conversation with Penny Locaso
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Why do so many women shy away from calling themselves experts? Behavioral scientist and international speaker Penny Locaso shares her groundbreaking research into why women hesitate to own their expertise—and how it’s holding them back. Get inspired, gain practical tools, and learn how to live your impact in this empowering episode. Resources menti…
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Necessary Endings: How Letting Go Fuels Growth | E197
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In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy invites us to explore the transformative power of belief and the role it plays in achieving our goals. Kris challenges us to rethink the foundational beliefs that shape our actions. She unpacks why we often struggle to achieve what we genuinely want and explains how shifting our mindset can ope…
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#189 Summer Series - Future Fit for your Career?; Leaders share how.
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In this episode, we're diving into the minds of three incredible leaders who share their insights on staying future-ready in your career. Join us as we hear from Tony Johnson, former CEO of EY in Oceania; Michelle Loader, Managing Director at Future Leadership; and Jacinta Whelan, Lead Partner at Watermark Search International and author of "The Ri…
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If You Want Different, Think Different | E196
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In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy explores the power of our thoughts and the processes they set in motion. Kicking off the new year, Kris unpacks the compelling concept that everything we experience is a result of our thoughts. Her guiding principle? "Think, feel, do, get." Kris challenges us to pause and reflect: What if every…
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#188 Summer Series - It's Not a Confidence Issue. Except Sometimes It Is.
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Originally shared as a powerful blog, 'It’s Not a Confidence Issue. Except Sometimes It Is.' dives into the hidden challenges faced by accomplished leaders in advocating for themselves. From the emotional toll of navigating male-dominated spaces to the moments of self-doubt even the most confident leaders face, this episode explores why developing …
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You Are the Asset – Kicking Off 2025 | E195
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In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy kicks off 2025 with a powerful reminder: You are the asset. Through a heartfelt and insightful walk-and-talk, Kris unpacks what it truly means to prioritize yourself as the cornerstone of your life and business. She explores why being “tactic-hungry” isn’t the answer and challenges us to stop o…
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#187 Summer Series - What does Brave Feminine Leadership Mean? Leaders Share.
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Welcome to the heart of meaningful conversations! On each episode of my podcast, I engage extraordinary leaders with a pivotal question: What is Brave Feminine Leadership does it need to change? Hear the perspectives from Kieran Flanagan (CoFounder of The Behaviour Report), Lisa Lynch (Chief Operating Officer, The Royal Women's Hospital), Alessandr…
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"I Don't Have Time."The Truth About What Matters Most | E194
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Are you stuck in the cycle of saying, “I don’t have time,” and wondering why your goals feel out of reach? As the new year approaches, it’s time to get honest: is it really about time, or is it about priorities? In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy challenges you to confront the deeper truth behind your excuses and start reshaping…
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#186 Summer Series - Three Brilliant Leaders share Breakthrough Career Moments
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Join me, as I sit down with three extraordinary executives: Melanie Silva, Juggy Sihota, and Tammy Medard. In this special episode we dive into the pivotal moments that shaped their careers. From career-defining decisions to overcoming personal and professional challenges, these leaders share their stories with honesty and heart. Tune in to hear ab…
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Believe: One Month to Believe. One Year to Achieve. | E193
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Are your beliefs holding you back from achieving your full potential? In this quick episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy dives into the power of belief, purpose, and mindset transformation. As the new year approaches, it’s the perfect moment to challenge the inner narratives that begin with “I can’t,” “I shouldn’t,” or “I’m going to …
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#185 Summer Series - Moving on from burn out: Stories & Advice
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As we come to the end of another busy year we often stop and reflect on the busy-ness of these times. One of my personal go-to reflections comes from 2 interviews I did - one with Dr Kellie Pritchard Peshek and the other with Kate Christe on the how to identify (and recover from) burnout. So I brought their interviews together for a timely reminder…
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Your Leadership Audit for End of Year | E192
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Are you carrying the weight of poor performance on your team? As the year winds down, it’s time to get honest: are your employees aligned with the skills, attitudes, and behaviors your business needs to thrive? The end of the year is the perfect time to take stock, reassess, and make changes that set you up for success in the year ahead. In this ep…
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#184 Jane Vandermeer - The Power of Style: Why Fashion Matters
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In this episode of the Brave Feminine Leadership Podcast, I sit down with internationally acclaimed style expert Jane Vandermeer. Jane shares her insights on how fashion goes beyond the surface, empowering women to show up with confidence, grace, and authenticity. We dive into the transformative power of personal style, the importance of embracing …
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End of Year Questions for Entrepreneurs | E191
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Are you feeling the tension between being the visionary leader your business needs and effectively managing your team? As the year comes to a close, do you find yourself reflecting on the ambitious goals you set—and wondering if you’re giving yourself enough grace for what you did achieve? In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy…
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#183 CEO Summit Part 1 Interview 6 - Launa Inman - Too Good to Promote? The Hidden Career Trap
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Launa Inman, former CEO of Target, Officeworks, and Billabong, shares how being exceptional at her job almost kept her from becoming CEO—and the game-changing advice she received on a plane that changed everything. In this candid conversation, Launa reveals how she navigated pivotal career moments, turned challenges into opportunities, and built he…
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Why So Many Women Who Lead Don't Believe They are Good at Leading | E190
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Have you ever felt unsure about your leadership instincts? Do you question your decisions because they don’t align with traditional expectations? In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy dives into the challenges women face when self-doubt creeps in and disrupts their confidence as leaders. She examines why so many women, despite thei…
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#182 CEO Summit Part 1 Interview 5 - Lisa Harrison - Got clarity? Got alignment? Go seek momentum!
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Welcome to the fifth interview in the 6-part CEO Series Visionary Voices, where I explore the CEO Mindset and path to success. This episode features Lisa Harrison, CEO of Suncorp Consumer Insurance, whose journey from the suburbs of Sydney to leading a major financial organization is both inspiring and refreshingly down-to-earth. Lisa opens up abou…
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Navigating Disappointment Finding Strength & Purpose in Leadership | E189
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Are you feeling discouraged by the current state of leadership and wondering how to lead with more empathy and purpose? Do recent events have you questioning how to stay true to your values as a leader? In this soul-searching episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy delves into the aftermath of the election, sharing lessons from her pers…
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#181 CEO Summit Part 1 Interview 4 - Henriette Rothschild - Stop waiting to be the Perfect CEO
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Welcome to the fourth interview in the 6-part CEO Series Visionary Voices, where I explore the CEO Mindset and path to success. In this episode, Henriette Rothschild, former CEO of Hayes Group and now a Non-Executive Director at Richmond Football Club and Brown Brothers Wine, shares her journey of building an intentional career that combines her pa…
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Do you ever feel like your instincts are leading you down a different path than others in your field? Have you questioned whether your unique approach is “right” simply because it doesn’t match the norm? In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy draws inspiration from a recent conversation with a client who, like so many trailblaz…
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#180 CEO Summit Part 1 Interview 3 - Carolyn Cresswell - Your career is 1 aspect of the plates you are juggling
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Welcome to Interview three in the 6-part CEO Series Visionary Voices where I explore the CEO Mindset and path to success. Carolyn Cresswell CEO & Founder of Carman's Kitchen, proves you can have a multinational business, love what you do and genuinely balance all the spinning plates. Carolyn is the ultimate "Multiplying" leader, ensuring her team h…
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Are you finding it challenging to follow through on your goals, even though you genuinely want to achieve them? Do you notice a gap between your intentions and your actual commitment, especially when the going gets tough? With the end of the year approaching, many of us are reflecting on our goals and thinking ahead to what we want to accomplish. I…
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#179 CEO Summit Part 1 Interview 2 - Bernie Brookes AM - Be Prepared to Step Out of Your Lane
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Welcome to Interview two in the 6-part CEO Series Visionary Voices where I explore the CEO Mindset and path to success. What is the journey to growing a CEO Mindset? Just ask Bernie Brookes AM to share his career journey and you get a great roadmap. Bernie shares his inspiring story and the mindset needed to succeed in senior roles. From his humble…
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#95 In the Spotlight: Maria Schoenmakers
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In deze aflevering van "In de Spotlight" ga ik in gesprek met Maria Schoenmakers, energetisch business coach die een geheel eigen visie heeft op ondernemers-succes. In een tijd waarin social media overspoeld wordt met beloftes van 10K's, 30K's en 100K's, deelt Maria haar visie op een krachtiger sleutel naar diepgaand en vervullend succes. Als voorm…
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#94 In the Spotlight: Caroline de Belder
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In deze aflevering van "In de Spotlight" ga ik in gesprek met Caroline de Belder, een succesvolle netwerkmarketeer die in 6 maanden tijd haar vaste baan in het onderwijs verruilde voor een bloeiende online business. Ze deelt openhartig over de voor- en nadelen van de netwerkmarketingindustrie, onthult hoe ze een team van meer dan 4000 businesspartn…
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Why New Hires Don’t Work Out - and How to Fix It | E186
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Are you feeling frustrated because the people you hire just aren’t working out the way you’d hoped? Do you wonder why new hires struggle to fit into your team, despite careful planning? In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy takes a close look at what might be missing in your hiring process and shares practical steps to help en…
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#178 CEO Summit Part 1 Interview 1 - Jeanne Johns - Turning Light Hearted Remarks into Career Game Changers
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Welcome to Interview One in the 6-part CEO Series Visionary Voices where I explore the CEO Mindset and path to success. Could a light hearted remark spark a wonderful career? You bet! This happened for Jeanne Johns. "If you don't get discovered by the time you're 30, your career is over." This comment was shared by her boss when Jeanne was only 22 …
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Do you find yourself frustrated because your team isn't working the way you expected? Are you struggling to understand why your employees don’t seem to share the same drive and commitment that you bring to your business? In this episode of *Leadership is Feminine*, host Kris Plachy explores the diverse reasons people work and how understanding thes…
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#177 Mark Jones - I'm not used to telling my own story
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Are the stories you are telling yourself getting in your way? A panic attack in Bunnings literally stopped Mark Jones in his tracks. For the first time ever, he shares that moment and the painful transition as he faced the prolonged period of stress and anxiety head on. Mark is a master storyteller, highly acclaimed speaker and an optimist with a d…
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As a driven visionary, you have a clear idea of what success looks like—but the path to get there isn't always straightforward. Doubt, fear, and hurdles often creep in, challenging your confidence and testing your resolve. In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy explores the experience of visionary doubt—the internal struggle th…
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#176 Melissa Hamilton - Female CEOs - A glacial pace
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Short but not so sweet reflection on the latest CEW Executive Census Report. I coupled this with the top 3 things I observe when I mentor senior executive women. Love to hear your thoughts! ----------------------- Craving inspiration? I send an email each Sunday about leadership reflection, top tips to build an intentional & sustainable life and ot…
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In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy dives into the power of acceptance and the futility of resisting reality. Drawing from her 13 years of leading retreats in Hawaii, Kris reflects on a key question she frequently asks: "What do you wish wasn’t?" This thought-provoking question highlights how often we get stuck wishing circu…
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#175 Alessandra Edwards - Where has my Energy & Resilience gone? Unfool Yourself.
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As High Performing senior leaders, often there is an overarching feeling that our bodies are no longer supporting us. We put on weight even when we are doing everything we know is right. Our confidence falters, we start to question our capability and it feels like we have lost control. Alessandra Edwards, Health Scientist and Clinical Nutritionist,…
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Why Gen X Women Struggle So Much With Support
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As a driven entrepreneur, you likely pride yourself on being self-reliant and handling everything on your own. Yet, deep down, you know that to grow your business and thrive, you need to lean on your team more. In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy explores the challenge many Gen X women entrepreneurs face: asking for and acce…
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#174 Melissa Hamilton - Three Practical Tips to Elevate your IMPACT
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Does your Team know what winning looks like? How do you zoom out and get an unbiased view of your business? Join as I explore 3 Tips that elevated my influence as a CEO and delivered a focused, aligned team and protected our culture so we could massively scale. Download the CEO Code Webinar workbook here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15DQJKyjJW4…
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The Influence of Change on Effective Leadership | E181
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As someone who is leading a business and looking to uplevel your life, not only have you endured a lot of change, but it’s also something you seek. But just because you wish things were different, that doesn’t mean that change comes easy. In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy talks about the relationship we have with change, a…
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#173 Melissa Hamilton - Getting out of the Weeds
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Operational or Strategic? It's the #1 question leaders reflect on as they move into more senior roles. It's hard to let go of the detail when it has played such a role in your success and your credibility. Join as I reflect with another former CEO on how we got out of the weeds. Who gave us the feedback we needed to hear to grow. ------------------…
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People Pleasing and Getting Into Trouble | E180
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Many leaders carry a worry that they will make a mistake and it will land them in trouble. This worry of being in trouble can be overwhelming, paralyzing, and be the driving force in decision making. In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy reminds us that as a leader, you're going to make mistakes, and she invites listeners to r…
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#172 Kieran Flanagan- People: From Annoying to Amusing
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Wasting energy trying to change people is exhausting! What if you better understood what drives people, moves people and lifts them! This is a terrific, fun conversation with the awesome Kieran Flanagan. Kieran helps smart people get more people smart! Dive in leaders. So much to learn in this one. I even throw in leadership advice from the GOAT To…
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Why Are Good People So Hard to Find? | E179
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You started your business, had some success, and now you need to add people to your team. Or, maybe you’ve been at this for a while, you’ve had some turnover, and it’s starting to feel hopeless, like you’ll never be able to find people you can trust that will stick around. In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy answers the ques…
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Say What Needs to Be Said Even When You Don't Want to & They Don't Want to Hear It
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In our final Bonus Episode focused on ‘the biggest bummers you didn’t see coming as a female entrepreneur, Kris dives deep into how communication is not just a tool but the heartbeat of effective leadership. Whether you're managing a team or leading your own venture, these insights are sure to elevate your leadership game. 💬 Kris breaks down the es…
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#171 Dr. Oli Sophie Meredith - ADHD Series Proud to Take the Mask Off
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Welcome to a special 5-part series "Thriving with ADHD: Stories of Female Leaders". This week we are joined by Dr. Oli Sophie Meredith (she/they). Oli is an autistic and ADHD non-binary woman originally from England. Oli is public health academic at Charles Sturt University, a reiki master, poet and yogi. Oli is currently leading a project “Hiding …
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Confronting the Accountability & Responsibility Crisis in Small Business Teams
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This bonus episode is for you if you are you tired of dealing with team members who refuse to take ownership, accountability, or responsibility? Too much focus on blame rather than solutions? In our next Bonus Episode focused on the “biggest bummers you didn’t see coming as a small business owner, let’s confront what so many of you are facing… very…
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From Gossip to Meltdowns: Dealing with Employee Drama
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Are you tired of feeling like a babysitter or a referee in your own business? Are your employees giving reality TV a run for its money with all their drama? Well, hold onto your ergonomic chair because we've got the cure for your workplace woes! Tune into our latest episode of The Leadership is Feminine podcast featuring the utterly fabulous Kris P…
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How to Deal with Low Team Motivation & Engagement
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Transform Your Team Dynamics Are you a female entrepreneur facing the relentless challenges of managing a team that just doesn’t seem to care as much as you do? Are you overwhelmed by a cycle of frustration, poor performance, and disengagement? You’re not alone. In this exclusive bonus episode of the Leadership is Feminine Podcast, leadership exper…
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10 Biggest Bummers as Reported by Female Entrepreneurs | E185
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You started with a dream. A vision. And you created a business in order to bring your dream to life. But along the way, you’ve had sticking points that you just didn’t expect, and some of them may have even rattled your confidence. Recently, host Kris Plachy, sent an email asking women entrepreneurs what were the biggest and most unexpected bummers…
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