“I wish I’d known earlier that all I needed to do was believe in myself.” – Kristie Cooper

In this episode of Her Leadership Coach, I sit down with one of my brilliant clients, Kristie Cooper, a regional occupational therapist and full-time mum of three, who’s journeyed from feeling stuck in her career to landing a permanent Assistant Director role — and more importantly, believing she’s good enough for it.

Kristie shares her transformation, from waiting for a leadership title to being the leader first, and how that single mindset shift changed everything. We unpack the power of personal growth, the gift of group coaching, and the freedom that comes from finally letting go of the need to prove yourself.

If you've ever doubted your worth or wondered what coaching could really do for your leadership journey, this episode is the warm and honest nudge you didn’t know you needed.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why becoming the leader before the title is the game-changer
• How Kristie shifted from “I’m not good enough” to “I know what I’m doing”
• What group coaching offers that solo learning doesn’t
• The powerful impact of simple daily practices like her “3 things that went well” reflection

Connect with Kristie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristie-cooper-20540b32/

Connect with Rochelle:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/

Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Join the Women in Leadership Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/hlwactiongoup today to connect with like-minded professionals and continue the conversation about building meaningful networks and advancing your career.

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“Braving the workplace is being yourself every day in a world that tells you to be something different.” — Dr. Beth Kaplan

This week on Her Leadership Coach, Rochelle is joined by Dr. Beth Kaplan, belonging researcher and author of Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point. Together, they dive deep into one of the most misunderstood — yet deeply human — needs in the workplace: belonging.

Dr. Kaplan shares not only her research but also her lived experience of workplace trauma and healing, offering powerful insights into why belonging matters, how it’s different from inclusion, and what leaders can do to foster it — both for their teams and themselves.

• Why the opposite of belonging isn’t exclusion — it’s fitting in.
• The four types of belonging in the workplace (and why only one of them is healthy).
• Practical ways to help yourself feel like you belong — especially after workplace trauma.
• The most powerful thing you can do as a leader to help your team feel seen, heard, and valued.

Whether you’re quietly determined to become a better leader, struggling with a team that’s disengaged, or wondering why work just doesn’t feel good anymore… this episode is one you don’t want to miss.

Connect with Dr Beth Kaplan:

• Get your copy of the Braving the Workplace book: https://a.co/d/48B4Gys
• Website: https://drbethkaplan.com/
• Linkedin Newsletter: Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6965730873996406784
• LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/beth-kaplan

Connect with Rochelle:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/

Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Join the Women in Leadership Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/hlwactiongoup today to connect with like-minded professionals and continue the conversation about building meaningful networks and advancing your career.

If you got value from today’s conversation, please share it with others who might benefit! And if you love the podcast, consider rating & reviewing the show – it helps others discover it, and I truly appreciate your support.

"Creativity isn't about being artistic—it's about coming up with new and useful ideas. And guess what? That's a skill anyone can learn!" — Jackie Brown

In this week's Her Leadership Coach podcast episode, Jackie Brown joins me to explore the crucial difference between creativity and artistic talent. Tune in as Jackie shares:

• Practical, fun exercises to flex your creative muscles (no paintbrush required).

• How creativity fuels innovation—no matter your role or industry.

• Why stepping outside your usual perspective can unlock innovation (hello, Six Thinking Hats!).

You'll walk away ready to transform your approach to creativity, even if you've never seen yourself as the 'creative type.'

Jackie has also generously shared a special resource for listeners: an article called Age of Innovation, which explains how your creativity can actually improve over time, even as you age [https://shiftingsuccess.com/2024/09/13/the-age-of-innovation/]

Ready to dive in? Let's get creative!

Connect with Jackie:

• LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-brown-coach/

• Website Shiftingsuccess.com/creative

Connect with Rochelle:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/

Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Join the Women in Leadership Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/hlwactiongoup today to connect with like-minded professionals and continue the conversation about building meaningful networks and advancing your career.

If you got value from today’s conversation, please share it with others who might benefit! And if you love the podcast, consider rating & reviewing the show – it helps others discover it, and I truly appreciate your support.

"You don’t have to wait for permission or for someone else to guide you. You are the best advocate for yourself, and self-coaching gives you the tools to chart your own course, no matter the disruption around you." ~ Janine McClintock

Welcome to another episode of Her Leadership Coach, the podcast for quietly determined career women looking to step up into their first or next-level leadership role. This week, we dive into the intersection of AI, leadership, and self-coaching with special guest Janine McClintock, leadership consultant and author of Stir It Up.

Janine shares insights from her book, a powerful business parable that explores how leaders can navigate AI-driven workplace disruption with confidence, clarity, and self-coaching techniques. If you've ever wondered how to future-proof your leadership and stay relevant in an ever-changing landscape, this conversation is for you!

• How self-coaching can help you navigate uncertainty and take control of your leadership journey.
• Why AI is not something to fear but an opportunity to evolve and expand your impact.
• The 8 R’s of the Relevancy Roadmap, Janine’s framework for staying adaptable and effective in an AI-driven world.
• The importance of reflection, reframing, and repurposing to leverage your skills and position yourself for success.

• Janine’s Book: Stir It Up – A Business Parable on Self-Coaching & AI Disruption
• Janine’s Free Gift for Listeners: The Relevancy Roadmap Toolkit, including an assessment and 45 self-coaching questions - send an email to rochelle@herleadershipway.com with subject 'Janine's AI Gifts' and I will send these back to you within 48 hours
• Connect with Janine: LinkedIn | Website

Connect with Rochelle:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/

Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Join the Women in Leadership Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/hlwactiongoup today to connect with like-minded professionals and continue the conversation about building meaningful networks and advancing your career.

If you got value from today’s conversation, please share it with others who might benefit! And if you love the podcast, consider rating & reviewing the show – it helps others discover it, and I truly appreciate your support.

"We'll know we've made history when they stop calling us female pilots." - Lola Reed Allen

This week we're flying into the journey of Lola Reed Allen, one of the first female commercial pilots in Canada, who blazed trails in the aviation industry when women made up less than 1% of pilots.

From facing skepticism within her own family (imagine your grandfather telling you you're "taking jobs from men"!) to dealing with passengers who assumed she was a flight attendant, Lola's experiences mirror challenges that many women in leadership positions still encounter today.

In this episode you will learn:

• How to overcome gender bias and discrimination in male-dominated industries
• Strategies for maintaining authenticity while pursuing professional excellence
• The importance of self-belief and resilience in leadership roles
• Practical tips for navigating workplace challenges as a woman leader Lola's story is a masterclass in corporate resilience.

While the percentage of women in leadership positions has improved since Lola's early days (from less than 1% to about 6% in aviation), there's still significant work to be done. Her story reminds us that progress is possible through persistence, courage, and community support.

Connect with Lola:

Email: https://www.lolareidallin.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lola-reid-allin-77662220/
Buy the book: Highway to the sky https://www.amazon.com.au/Highway-Sky-Lola-Reid-Allin/dp/1647428009

Connect with Rochelle:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/

Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Join the Women in Leadership Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/hlwactiongoup today to connect with like-minded professionals and continue the conversation about building meaningful networks and advancing your career.

"If women came together, instead of trying to get that one seat at the table, we're making the table much bigger." - Dr. Sweta Chawla

As a former clinical pharmacist turned leadership coach, this week's guest, Dr. Chawla, shares her transformative journey and insights on how women can leverage their innate strengths in leadership roles. For aspiring leaders and seasoned executives alike, this conversation challenges traditional leadership paradigms. Dr. Chawla explores how feminine qualities like intuition, empathy, and adaptability can become powerful assets in the corporate world. She emphasises that feminine leadership isn't about gender - it's about embracing a different approach to power and influence, one that focuses on creation rather than control.

In this episode you will learn:

• How to harness feminine energy as a leadership advantage in corporate settings
• Ways to redefine power from control to creation in your career
• The importance of self-recognition and articulating your unique value
• Strategies for building collaborative leadership networks

The discussion delves deep into practical strategies for women in leadership positions. Dr. Chawla shares valuable insights about overcoming cultural conditioning and stepping into authentic leadership. Through real client examples, she demonstrates how women can transform their careers by recognising their worth and articulating their unique contributions.

This episode presents a refreshing take on leadership development, encouraging women to trust their intuition and embrace their natural strengths. Whether you're navigating a male-dominated industry or seeking to elevate your leadership presence, Dr. Chawla's insights offer practical guidance for authentic leadership growth.

Connect with Dr. Sweta on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drswetachawla/

Connect with Rochelle on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/

Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Join the Women in Leadership Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/hlwactiongoup today to connect with like-minded professionals and continue the conversation about building meaningful networks and advancing your career.

What if leadership didn’t have to feel like a constant grind? What if it could feel aligned, natural, and even magical? In this episode of Her Leadership Coach, Rochelle explores two deceptively simple yet transformative questions inspired by Simon Sinek:

1. What’s a specific happy childhood memory?
2. What’s a specific job or task you’ve done where you thought, “If I could just do this forever, I’d be happy”?

Rochelle shares her own answers to these questions, uncovering the thread of wonder, transformation, and connection that ties them together—and how it’s shaped her leadership and coaching. She also invites you to reflect on your own answers and discover the magic of leading from alignment.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just curious about what it means to lead with ease, this episode is packed with insights to help you align your leadership with your joy, values, and purpose.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How two simple questions can reveal your unique leadership magic.
• Why alignment makes leadership easeful instead of stressful.
• Practical tips for discovering your own “thread” and leading with authenticity.

Connect with Rochelle:

• Join the conversation in the Women in Leadership Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/herleadershipway
• On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/
• Email rochelle@herleadershipway.com

"Networking is about building relationships that create genuine value and support – it's not just about collecting business cards or LinkedIn connections." - Jennifer Braganza

For women in corporate leadership roles and aspiring leaders, building a strong internal network can be a game-changer. In this enlightening conversation with Jennifer Braganza, we dive deep into the art of professional relationship building, exploring how successful women leaders can create meaningful connections within their organisations.

Jen's journey from engineering to strategy and transformation showcases the power of adaptability and continuous learning in today's corporate landscape. Drawing from her diverse experiences across automotive industries and international roles, Jen shares invaluable insights about the nuances of networking across different professional cultures. Her emphasis on authenticity resonates particularly well with women leaders who are looking to build genuine professional relationships.

One of the most powerful takeaways is her practical approach to maintaining connections, suggesting that meaningful professional relationships require at least four touchpoints per year. For aspiring women leaders, she emphasises the importance of joining employee resource groups and creating structured interaction patterns, such as regular virtual coffee meetings, to build and maintain professional relationships.

Connect with Jen on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenibrag

Connect with Rochelle on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/

Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Join the Women in Leadership Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/hlwactiongoup today to connect with like-minded professionals and continue the conversation about building meaningful networks and advancing your career.