34: How Women Executives Master Response Over Reaction for Strategic Leadership

Living While Leading with Sharon Ehrlich

This episode dives into the critical difference between reacting and responding.
As you navigate the high-stakes world of leadership, the pressure to act swiftly can often overshadow the wisdom of thoughtful decision-making. This show highlights how emotional reactions, especially when attached to specific outcomes, can derail the very success you strive to achieve.

Explore the long-term impacts of knee-jerk reactions and discover practical strategies for women leaders to master mindful decisions.

This episode is a must-listen for women executives seeking to lead with intention and empower those around them towards constructive behavior and strategic decision-making.

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Link to episode 16 Why Women Executives Should Know the Risks of the ‘One More Thing’ Mindset.

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Over my career, I have accepted various promotions in the corporate space.
Then, at a certain point, I realized that something was very wrong.
I was the only woman in the room. Perhaps there were other women out there experiencing the same. And perhaps those women needed mentors. So, I decided to walk away from my high-paying executive job and started Living While Leading.
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Don’t wait for the “perfect” time to invest in yourself. The right time is now. Work with me to unlock your potential and ensure you own every room you enter.

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