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Sara Dean launched the Shameless Mom Academy in her pursuit of being, well, more selfish. Sara is an award winning fitness professional, author, and speaker who has worked closely with moms...
In this episode, I'm sharing strategic time-management tips for women ready to stop letting their calendars control them. We're talking ruth...
Difficult conversations are something most of us avoid, delay, or overthink. I get it. Who wants to get super uncomfortable - on purpose?! B...
When Loren Mayor’s team reached out to me about Loren guesting on Shameless Leadership, it was a quick and easy YES! For decades, Loren’s wo...
Ever since my own ADHD diagnosis in my mid-forties, I’m on the lookout for other women who are talking about their later-in-life diagnosis....
Why do many women leaders freeze in high-stakes moments even when they know exactly what to say? If this is you, you’re definitely not alone...
If you’ve ever wondered how to improve communication skills without overthinking it, this is for you. I’m breaking down simple, practical wa...
Sometimes the biggest obstacle holding you back in your work and leadership isn’t related to your skillset at all. It’s your mindset. When y...
Emotional intelligence is that thing that most people agree is important but few understand how to develop. It can feel tricky - and vulnera...
Ambition looks different for every woman. In this episode, we dive into the questions ambitious women ask themselves to define success on th...
What if your team isn’t getting along as well as you think? What if… they’re just hiding? In this episode of Shameless Leadership, we’re tal...
I was recently given the opportunity to step into some volunteer work at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Seattle. While I suspected I would...
Perhaps we need to stop celebrating resilience. Because we may actually be celebrating toxic resilience. Hear me out. In the corporate world...
How often do you take action in a way that makes you think, “This is going to get me where I want to go!” My guess is that you’re not taking...
When the world feels heavy and chaotic, I hear the same question from leaders over and over again: “What do I say?” In this episode, I talk...
“Work that is meaningful has the power to change not just what we do, but who we become.” Gloria Steinem Meaningful work isn’t just about wh...
Leadership in 2026 is asking more of us. But, not necessarily in volume, output, or productivity. It’s asking more from us in terms of depth...
Leadership visibility sounds empowering, even exciting… until you’re the one being seen. In this episode, I’m talking about why stepping int...
The Lean In and McKinsey & Company Women in the Workplace 2025 report claims that, for the first time, women are less likely than men to wan...
In early 2025, my dear friend Jennifer started telling me about how she was preparing for her youngest child to leave for college. She was c...
As we head into a new year, I’m just as focused on breaking rules as I am on setting goals. In this episode, I share six leadership “rules”...
There is no denying that 2025 has been a doozy for women and anyone carrying a marginalized identity. AND… I’m seeing midlife women step int...
I love having mentors. Watching and learning as others navigate the world is one of my superpowers. Sometimes I feel like a spy as I closely...
When I learned of Lauren Tetenbaum’s work around workplace menopause advocacy, I knew I wanted her to come on the show. Talking about menopa...
I recorded this episode on the eve of my 50th birthday. I’m writing this show description at 6:23am on the morning of my 50th birthday. 50 f...
In this episode, I’m exposing the Authenticity Trap for you. The Authenticity Trap is the mixed messages women get about “being themselves.”...
I was thrilled when I learned that past podcast guest Jessica Frew wrote an entire book on decision-making. Decision fatigue is real and so...
"Sara, I tried one little thing you recommended in our session and it totally changed my interaction with a team member!" Back story…I was l...
When it comes to giving yourself credit for your wins and accomplishments, how would you rate yourself? Are you a strong self-promoter? Do y...
One of the trickiest parts of leadership for women, and even more so for women of color, is the tension between being authentic and being “g...
Who doesn’t love a roadmap or a step-by-step blueprint to get from Point A to Point B?! Sometimes, as we are just going about our daily live...
This episode is especially for business owners and consultants, but the themes will resonate with anyone navigating leadership in challengin...
I met Michelle Desmond a few months ago at a birthday gathering for a mutual friend. As Michelle started talking about her work in dying, de...
"Sara, some of my newer leaders are really struggling. I know they want to shine, but they need support, and I don't have the time or skills...
Jamie Lee is an executive coach who specializes in women and underrepresented leaders who are "allergic" to risky conversations and office p...
Public failures and fumbles are painful to say the least. I’ve recently had a handful of clients come to me feeling crushed after making a m...
When you hear the phrase thought leader, what comes to mind? For a lot of people, it’s someone with a massive following, a bestselling book,...
A few months ago, I shared some of my personal experiences in perimenopause. Today I am back with a big update. Since the last episode on th...
Empathy is one of the most critical leadership skills we can have—but like any strength, it can become a liability when it’s out of balance....
I was thrilled to interview Themba Dayton, whom I was introduced to by Elena Joy Thurston, a past guest of the show and a friend. When I lea...
Have you ever found yourself staring down a big decision, maybe making a move, a new job offer, a promotion, or even staying in a role that...
Having a boss who causes harm or holds leadership values that clash with yours is rarely a positive experience. But time and again, I’ve see...
Last year, Google invited me to come lead trainings for Aging Awareness Week. This was a truly enjoyable opportunity to work with some brill...
When the world feels heavy and hard, it can feel wrong or even selfish to feel joy amidst the suffering. But in this episode, we explore a p...
When I decided to start inviting guests onto Shameless Leadership, I immediately knew I wanted my dear friend and speaking colleague Elena J...
Sometimes your boss is the biggest obstacle to your leadership growth. Whether they’re dismissive, manipulative, or flat-out toxic, their be...
Over the last few years, I’ve been developing curriculum and resources that help leaders establish trust with their teams and enable teammat...
I was recently sitting in one of my Change Leadership classes for my Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership, and my teacher asked us,...
I met Maria Ross 12 years ago when we shared the stage at a women’s event. Her work is centered around human behavior and empathy in the wor...
Stephanie Chung is a leader, fighter, survivor, breast cancer warrior, and barrier-breaker in corporate leadership who consistently embodies...
Consistency is pretty boring. It might be the least glamorous component of leadership. This is probably why it tends to be an underrated lea...