What if the path to leadership in tech isn't just about technical skill, but about breaking down systemic barriers and fostering true inclusion?

In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Anna Radulovski, CEO and founder of Coding Girls and co-founder of Global Innovation Catalyst. Anna is a dynamic force dedicated to empowering women and diverse leaders in tech through education, inspiration, and connection.

Together, they dive into the critical reasons behind the scarcity of women in tech, the nuances of allyship, and the importance of advocating for your worth. Anna shares invaluable insights from her new book, Chief in Tech, offering strategies for women to negotiate powerfully, join impactful boards, and leave a lasting legacy in the innovation economy.

Inside the Episode:

• The Root of the Problem: Exploring why so few women lean into tech, from early childhood influences to the lack of visible role models.
• Beyond the Numbers: Why diverse teams are more innovative and financially successful, and the challenges of changing entrenched systems.
• Effective Allyship: Practical advice for men and women on how to speak up against microaggressions and injustice in the workplace.
• Your Personal Board of Directors: The power of a trusted circle for honest feedback, expert advice, and crucial support in your career journey.
• Dreaming Without Borders: Cultivating the mindset that your worth is your birthright and embracing healthy entitlement to achieve your biggest aspirations.
• Negotiating Your Worth: Strategies for women to powerfully advocate for themselves in salary negotiations and career advancement.
• Making Boardroom Impact: Navigating different types of boards to drive change and build a legacy, beyond just public company boards.
• The 24-Hour Rule: A practical approach to managing highs and lows in your career and maintaining resilience through life's challenges.

If you're ready to break through self-imposed ceilings and lead with authenticity and impact in the tech world and beyond, this episode is your blueprint.

🔗 Resources:

• Find Anna Radulovski on LinkedIn (remember to include a personalized note with your connection request!)
• Discover her new book, Chief in Tech, available wherever books are sold. Check it out here!
• Connect with Erica Rooney on LinkedIn.

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What if the secret to navigating life's uncertainties isn't about finding quick answers, but about embracing the questions themselves?

In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Elizabeth Weingarten, author of How to Fall in Love With Questions. Elizabeth's unique career path, spanning journalism, public policy, behavioral science, and tech, is driven by a lifelong curiosity about why people behave the way they do and how to design spaces where everyone can thrive.

Together, they dive into the art of embracing uncertainty by loving the questions—a liberating approach that moves beyond the often-unrealistic expectation of "embracing uncertainty" in difficult times. Elizabeth shares powerful strategies for navigating life's messy middles, from career pivots to personal crises, by reframing how we interact with the unknown.

Inside the Episode:

• The "Messy Middle": How curiosity has connected Elizabeth's non-linear career path across diverse fields.
• Beyond Embracing Uncertainty: Discovering why "loving the questions" offers a more authentic and liberating path forward.
• The Charlatans of Certainty: Identifying and avoiding sources that offer quick, often misleading, answers to deep personal questions.
• The "Questions Map": A powerful tool to identify, refine, and commit to the right questions for clarity and progress.
• Cultivating a Questions Practice: The four key elements—curiosity, conversation, community, and commitment—for transforming your relationship with uncertainty.
• Finding Courage in the Questions: How shared questions and community can provide the strength to move forward, even when answers are elusive.
• Redefining Self-Worth: A crucial question for women in particular: how to define your self-worth outside of achievements and accomplishments.

If you're ready to transform your anxieties about the unknown into a journey of deeper understanding and empowered action, this episode is your guide.

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What if your professional reputation isn’t just about your resume, but about the story you tell?

In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica sits down with Lorraine K. Lee, a top-tier brand strategist and executive coach. Lorraine isn’t just talking about networking; she’s here to unpack how to authentically own your narrative, amplify your influence, and break through the "sticky floors" that keep many high-achieving women from fully leveraging their personal brand.

Together, they dive into the art of executive presence and how to move beyond generic career milestones to create a powerful, resonant personal brand that truly sets you apart.

Inside the episode:

• Why authenticity is the cornerstone of a powerful executive brand, and how to find yours
• Strategies for overcoming self-doubt and other "sticky floors" that hinder executive visibility
• The power of storytelling in shaping your professional narrative and making it memorable
• How to strike a balance between your professional persona and personal well-being
• Key advice for women aspiring to leadership roles on building a brand that propels them forward
• What the future holds for executive personal branding and how to stay ahead of the curve

If you're ready to transform your professional journey from a series of accomplishments into a compelling story of impact and influence, this episode is your guide.

🔗 Resources:
Find Lorraine Lee at https://lorraineklee.com/

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