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More Women Promoted
Why Being “Too Nice” at Work Is Hurting Your Career
Being kind isn't the problem, but being too nice at work is. Learn how to use "kind candour" to grow your influence and credibility. If this feels familiar, book a call with my team and learn how I can support your leadership development.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Why over-functioning and saying yes to everything keeps you stuck in support rolesThe "kind candour" framework for giving feedback that lands without damaging relationshipsHow to set boundaries and push back professionally while still being seen as collaborativeWhy avoiding difficult conversations actually hurts your leadership credibilityPractical scripts for challenging ideas and...
2025-08-04
23 min
More Women Promoted
Want to Be Seen as Strategic? Start Doing This
Tired of being told you're "not strategic enough" without any guidance? In this episode, I walk you through the four-part model that finally breaks it down, plus a cheat sheet to help you apply it fast.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:Why “you’re not strategic enough” isn’t real feedback—and what to do insteadThe 4-part Strategic Leadership Model to start using tomorrowExactly how to bring strategic insights to the tableHow to frame your ideas so people listen and actThe one habit every aspiring VP needs to protect their time...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!
2025-07-28
35 min
More Women Promoted
How to Position Yourself as VP Even If You’ve Never Been One
Want the VP title? Here’s how to position yourself as the obvious choice—whether you're interviewing or aiming for an internal promotion. Plus, take my new “Are You VP Ready?” quiz to uncover your gaps and next steps.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:The three biggest mistakes keeping women from getting VP-level offers (and how to avoid them)What hiring leaders really want to hear in your interviews and what to skipThe communication framework that helps you sound like you already have the titleA visibility system that builds trust and influence across your companyHow to speak in outcome...
2025-07-21
27 min
More Women Promoted
Does It Really Matter What You Wear? The Truth About Presence at Work
Whether you're remote or in the office, your presence still speaks volumes. In this episode, I’m diving into the real impact of how you dress—and how small visual cues can shape energy, perception, and leadership presence.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Why appearance still influences how you're seen, even on ZoomHow to use clothing as a confidence-boosting ritual, not a routineTiny tweaks that help you show up as the leader you want to be...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO! Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would l...
2025-07-14
24 min
More Women Promoted
Does It Really Matter What You Wear? The Truth About Presence at Work
Whether you're remote or in the office, your presence still speaks volumes. In this episode, I’m diving into the real impact of how you dress and how small visual cues can shape energy, perception, and leadership presence.WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Why appearance still influences how you're seen, even on ZoomHow to use clothing as a confidence-boosting ritual, not a routineTiny tweaks that help you show up as the leader you want to be...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO! Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would...
2025-07-14
25 min
More Women Promoted
You Are Worthy of Nice Things (And You Don't Need to Justify It)
Ever feel guilty spending money on yourself while freely investing in everyone else? You're not alone, and this guilt isn't protecting you—it's keeping you stuck and costing you more than you realize.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:Why women are socially conditioned to put everyone else's needs first (and the surprising research behind it)The hidden costs of not investing in yourself—time, confidence, opportunities, and emotional drainHow to reframe self-investment from "selfish indulgence" to essential growth strategyThe difference between looking at cost versus value when making decisions about yourselfA simple challenge to h...
2025-07-07
22 min
More Women Promoted
The Real Reason You Keep Slipping Back Into Old Habits
You don’t need more willpower. You need better systems. In this episode, I share the 3 pillars that helped me go from overwhelmed and burned out to energized and thriving so you can make change that actually sticks.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Why motivation isn't the problem and what to focus on insteadThe sneaky mindset traps sabotaging your successHow to build habits that actually align with your goalsWhat goals are you working towards? What systems have you created to help you in your day to day? Let me know - I love hearing from you!...
2025-06-30
26 min
More Women Promoted
How to Be Strategic Without a Team (Plus Annual Review Tips)
Today I’m answering your real-life coaching questions – from annual reviews to credit-stealing coworkers to strategic thinking with no team. If you’re craving support from people who actually get it, let’s talk about what it looks like to work together.WHAT YOU'LL LEARNThe exact questions to ask so your next annual review actually reflects your impactHow to protect your strategic ideas without losing credibilityWhat to do when you're expected to be strategic but have zero support...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO! Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee...
2025-06-23
24 min
More Women Promoted
The #1 Way to Build Unshakeable Confidence
Confidence isn't something you're born with - it's something you build, project, and protect. Discover why confidence matters as much as competence for career advancement and learn the proven strategies to feel confident and project it authentically.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:Why people use confidence as a proxy for competence and how this impacts promotionsThe three-step framework to build, project, and protect your confidenceHow to shift from undermining language to powerful, assertive communicationWhy the confidence gap closes over time and what this means for your careerPractical strategies to intentionally build confidence through...
2025-06-16
27 min
More Women Promoted
3 Reasons You Think You're Not Executive Material (And Why You're Wrong)
Think you’re not ready for the VP seat? Think again. In this episode, I’ll help you start seeing yourself as the leader you already are.Want to go deeper? Join me in Toronto for Own the Room, my one-day event to help you lead with confidence and be seen as executive-ready.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:Why seeing yourself as a leader is often harder than being oneThe 3 most common traps that keep smart women from going after the VP seatThe belief shift and two conver...
2025-06-09
24 min
More Women Promoted
You’re Brilliant So Why Aren’t They Listening? The Missing Skill
You're smart, strategic, and full of ideas…So why aren’t they landing? In this episode, I share why storytelling is the missing skill that elevates your influence and builds real trust in leadership.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN How storytelling builds instant credibility and connectionWhy “big stories” aren’t necessary—and what to use insteadThe 4 keys to storytelling that makes your message stick...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO! Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up q...
2025-06-02
26 min
More Women Promoted
Ask Katy: Demotions After Leave, LinkedIn Strategy for Beginners, and Monthly Momentum
Considering a step down after time off? Not sure where to start on LinkedIn? Feeling pulled in every direction? In this Ask Katy episode, I tackle career reentry, beginner-friendly visibility tips, and how to make real progress—one month at a time. WHAT YOU’LL LEARNHow to evaluate a lower-level role after a layoff, maternity leave, or time awayPractical, no-pressure ways to start building your presence and network on LinkedInThe “one-category” monthly method for gaining momentum without burnout...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO! Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would lov...
2025-05-26
29 min
More Women Promoted
From Awkward to Powerful: How Knowing Your Story Transforms Your Executive Presence
Discover why your introduction isn't just small talk—it's your most powerful tool for instantly communicating executive presence and value. Get my three-step formula for crafting a compelling leadership intro that showcases your worth in under 30 seconds, no matter the setting.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:Why first impressions form in milliseconds and how to make them work in your favorThe two critical questions others are silently asking when they meet youHow to craft different versions of your intro for networking events versus job interviewsGet my simple three-step formula to sound like a powerhouse in...
2025-05-19
18 min
More Women Promoted
Impostor Syndrome or Limiting Beliefs? How to Tell What’s Holding You Back (and What to Do About It)
Are you feeling like a fraud despite your achievements, or do certain beliefs consistently hold you back? In this episode, I unpack the crucial differences between impostor syndrome and limiting beliefs, and provide actionable strategies to overcome both. Get my worksheet on how to unpack your limiting beliefs.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:How to identify whether you're experiencing impostor syndrome or a limiting beliefWhy impostor syndrome is actually a sign you're crushing itA step-by-step process to challenge and reframe your limiting beliefsPractical tools to build confidence in your abilitiesHow to transform self-doubt...
2025-05-12
20 min
More Women Promoted
Unsubscribing From Guilt: The Secret to Sustainable Success
Feel like you have to “do it all” to succeed? In this episode, I’m sharing practical strategies to free up your time, stop the overwhelm, and build a big career—without burning out. DM me to continue the conversation or share your thoughts!By the time you finish listening, you’ll know:Why “doing it all” is holding you backThe secret every successful woman knows about getting help3 ways to free up time and energy (so you can focus on what matters most)How to unsubscribe from guilt and set yourself up for sustainable successThis episode...
2025-05-05
22 min
The 360 LeadHERship Podcast
#176 What Stops Women From Breaking Through to Senior Leadership with Katy McFee
Send us a textFeeling like the rules of the game weren’t written for you? You’re not imagining it—especially as a woman aiming for senior corporate leadership.If you’re working harder than ever but not seeing the progression you deserve, or constantly questioning whether it’s okay to want more without sacrificing your wellbeing… this episode is for you.Every Sunday night, I send out powerful insights, mindset shifts, and leadership strategies straight to your inbox to help you recharge, refocus, and rise—without burning out.If you’re a corpo...
2025-05-04
49 min
More Women Promoted
Ask Katy: Career Setbacks, First 90 Days, and Escaping the "Second Job Trap"
Feeling stuck after a career setback? Drowning in your first 90 days? In this Ask Katy episode, I tackle your burning questions about bouncing back from disappointment, mastering your first 90 days, and escaping the "second job trap" that's keeping you from promotion. Plus, DM me if you have a coaching question you'd like answered!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:A four-step framework to overcome career disappointments without losing your motivation (including when it's actually okay to wallow!)My proven 30-60-90 day roadmap for excelling in a new leadership role—including what to prioritize an...
2025-04-28
36 min
More Women Promoted
The Exact Questions That Turn Generic Feedback Into Career-Changing Guidance
Feedback can make or break your career, yet most of us struggle with both sides of this critical conversation. In this episode, I'll show you how to master feedback to accelerate your path to executive leadership—and don't miss my 5 Simple Shifts for Strategic Thinking to elevate your leadership today!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:Why so many of us women struggle with receiving feedback (hint: that "good girl syndrome" might be playing a bigger role than you think!)How I've created a "culture of feedback" with my teams that actually strengthens relationships wh...
2025-04-21
27 min
More Women Promoted
Ask Like an Executive: The 3 Cs Framework for Business Requests That Get Approved
Ever wonder why your brilliant ideas aren't getting approved? I'm sharing my game-changing 3 Cs framework that transforms how you make requests to leadership. Plus, grab my free "Speak Like a VP" guide and learn exactly how to communicate with the confidence that gets results.What You’ll Learn From This Episode:Why your great ideas are getting rejected (it's rarely about the idea itself—it's how you're framing it)My proven 3 Cs framework that turns frustrating "nos" into enthusiastic "yeses"How to shift from communicating personal needs to demonstrating clear business valueThe powerful "so what" technique that...
2025-04-14
24 min
More Women Promoted
How to Be Assertive Without Being Labeled "Aggressive" - The Secret Every Female Leader Needs
Master "kind candour" - the perfect blend of assertiveness and warmth that transforms how you communicate as a woman leader. Get my free guide "Speak Like a VP: 10 Powerful Language Reframes" to immediately elevate your executive presence.What You'll Learn From This Episode:Why most women fall into communication traps of being either too passive or too aggressiveHow to practice "kind candor" to deliver direct feedback while maintaining relationshipsSpecific language reframes to sound more confident Practical techniques for handling interruptions and challenging situations in meetingsNeed help mastering your communication? Get my free guide "Speak L...
2025-04-07
26 min
More Women Promoted
How to Ask for More Money: The Negotiation Episode Every Woman Needs to Hear
Want to earn what you're really worth? Get my free Negotiation Guide and learn the exact phrases and timing strategies that will help you confidently ask for—and actually receive—the salary you deserve. Episode SummaryAre you negotiating but still not getting paid what you deserve? Contrary to popular belief, women DO ask—we're just not getting. Discover how to effectively negotiate your worth, combat the likability backlash, and potentially add seven figures to your lifetime earnings.What You'll Learn While ListeningThe myth-busting truth about women and sala...
2025-03-31
30 min
More Women Promoted
What Every Ambitious Woman Needs to Know About Sponsorship vs. Mentorship
Ever feel like you're getting tons of advice but your career is still stuck? You're not alone. The truth is mentors won't get you to the executive level—sponsors will. Discover why women typically have more mentors but fewer sponsors, and learn how to transform your relationships to accelerate your career. --> Get the Blueprint to VP in my upcoming live masterclass. It’s perfect if you're aiming for VP in the next 1-3 years!
2025-03-24
25 min
More Women Promoted
How to Take Control of Your Career Growth (When No One Else Will)
Ready to transform your mornings and fast-track your career growth? Download my free guide "7 Habits to Accelerate Your Next Promotion" to discover the intentional routines that helped me go from burnout to executive success while balancing family life.Episode SummaryAre you waiting for your company to invest in your development while your career stagnates? Discover why taking ownership of your growth is the smartest career move you can make, and how intentional self-investment can help you grow 10X faster than relying on corporate training programs.What You'll Learn While...
2025-03-21
19 min
More Women Promoted
My Morning Routine (And Why It Changed Everything)
Transform your mornings and accelerate your career with the habits that helped me recover from burnout while advancing professionally. Download my free guide "7 Habits to Accelerate Your Next Promotion" to discover the science-backed routines that boost your leadership presence while preventing burnout.Episode SummaryEver wonder how I manage three kids, a business, and ultra-marathon training without burning out? I'm sharing my complete morning routine—from 5:30 AM workouts to meditation with a red light mask—and how this intentional approach transformed me from corporate burnout to focused leader.What You'll Lear...
2025-03-21
18 min
More Women Promoted
Should You Stay or Should You Go? 3 Signs It's Time to Leave Your Job
Stuck in a role that no longer serves you but afraid to make a move? Discover the three definitive signs it's time to leave your job, why chasing titles and money alone often leads to regret, and a practical framework to make this critical career decision with confidence.Made your decision to move on? Don't leave money on the table.--> Grab my free Negotiation Guide with proven scripts and strategies to get what you're worth in your next role.What You'll Learn While ListeningThe three clear signs...
2025-03-21
23 min
More Women Promoted
Why 'Working Harder' Is Keeping You Stuck in Middle Management
Feeling overwhelmed as a director but know you're capable of more? Download my free guide "5 Simple Shifts for Strategic Thinking" to transform how you approach your role and position yourself for executive advancement without adding more to your plate.Episode SummaryWhen you're already burning out as a director, the thought of pursuing VP can feel completely overwhelming—yet staying stuck is equally unsatisfying. I'll reveal the three pivotal mindset shifts that transformed me from an exhausted, overlooked director to a thriving executive, proving that advancement doesn't require working harder or sacrificing your we...
2025-03-21
27 min
More Women Promoted
The Danger of 'Letting Your Work Speak for Itself'
Tired of working hard without recognition? Download my free guide "Speak Like a Leader: 10 Powerful Reframes" to transform how you communicate your achievements and advocate for yourself without feeling like you're bragging.Episode SummaryAre you working hard with your head down hoping someone will notice instead of advocating for the promotion you deserve? Discover why this approach is holding you back and learn practical strategies to share your wins without feeling like you're bragging, so you can finally get the recognition and advancement you've earned.Let’s connect!...
2025-03-21
29 min
More Women Promoted
Put on the Spot? Exact Phrases to Sound Confident When You Don't Have All the Answers
Struggling with on-the-spot decisions in meetings? Take my free "Executive Presence Quiz" to discover your current leadership presence level and receive tailored strategies to build your decisiveness muscle and command the room.Episode SummaryEver been asked to make a decision in a meeting when you weren't prepared? Discover why decisiveness is critical for your leadership image and learn tactical phrases to maintain your executive presence even when you need more time to think or gather data.What You'll LearnThe three main reasons we struggle with on-the-spot...
2025-03-21
18 min
More Women Promoted
You Belong at the Table: Executive Leadership for Ambitious Women
Are you an ambitious woman who's been stuck at the sr. manager or director level, watching peers advance despite your consistently stellar performance? Do you find yourself drowning in back-to-back meetings, unable to carve out time for lunch, much less time for professional development? You are not alone. Breaking through to the executive level isn't about working harder—it's about transforming how others perceive your leadership.Join Katy McFee, a former tech executive and Forty under 40 winner turned leadership coach. Through her leadership programs, Forbes.com writing and keynote speaking, she's empowered hundreds of women to...
2025-02-28
04 min
The Standup
Why vague feedback is sabotaging your career (and how to fix it)
Think you’re not ready for that leadership role? Think again. Self-doubt might be holding you back, but it doesn’t mean you’re not good enough.In this episode of The Standup, Katy McFee shares how she overcame imposter syndrome and her insecurities to build a thriving career—and help others do the same. As the founder and CEO of Insights to Action, Katy offers advice to help leaders build confidence and guide organizations in supporting women and working parents more effectively. Discover how asking for honest feedback, embracing failure, and setting clear boundari...
2025-01-27
18 min
The Confidence Lounge: Where Ambitious Women Come to Build Career Confidence
Director to VP: What It Really Takes to Level Up w/Katy McFee
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to go from Director to VP and confidently own your seat at the table? This is one of the top questions I get from the women I coach who are ready to break through to executive leadership - without the burnout. Today, I’m beyond excited to welcome an incredible guest expert who’s here to answer that exact question. Katy McFee is on a mission to empower women, close the gender gap in senior leadership, and help them not only reach executive levels but thrive o...
2024-12-16
47 min
Resume Assassin Unfiltered
How women in leadership can build confidence and break through bias with Katy McFee
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the challenges and opportunities women face in their journey to leadership. Joining us is Katy McFee, a seasoned executive and founder of Insights to Action, a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to empowering women to break through to executive leadership. Katie shares her personal experiences navigating the corporate world, including the obstacles she encountered in her quest for a VP position. We'll explore the common roadblocks women face in leadership roles, such as unconscious bias, lack of mentorship, and societal expectations.
2024-09-30
52 min
Evoke Greatness Podcast
5 Secrets to Break into the C-Suite with Katy McFee
Send us a text🎧 Episode 120: 5 Secrets to Break into the C-Suite with Katy McFee In this inspiring episode of Evoke Greatness, I welcome Katy McFee, Founder of Insights to Action. Katy shares her journey from corporate frustration to executive success and how she's now dedicated to closing the gender gap in senior leadership. She offers insights on:Navigating the corporate ladder from director to EVPOvercoming challenges and misconceptions in leadership rolesThe power of authenticity and kindness in executive positionsCreating supportive communities for women leadersStrategies for career growth and overcoming plateaus🔑 Key takeaways:Finding...
2024-07-23
44 min
How To Get A Job
How can women transition to corporate leadership - Episode 336
In this new episode, we have Katy McFee, a former corporate executive and founder of Insights to Action who dedicates her life to helping women break into executive leadership. After nearly 20 years in corporate life, Katy found it difficult to take the leap to become a VP. When she figured out how to do it, she decided to empower women and help close the gender gap in senior leadership. Here, we discussed the main challenges that women face when transitioning to corporate leadership and how managers and team members can overcome them. If you’re a woman and want to...
2024-04-22
35 min
RightOffTrack Entrepreneurship Connection Purpose | Anya Smith, MBA, MS
Why Purpose and Well-Being Are the New Metrics for Successful Leadership - Katy McFee is RightOffTrack
Ever wondered what to do when you've climbed to the top of the success ladder but still don't feel fulfilled? 🪜 Join me, Anya Smith, as I sit down with Katy McFee, whose transition from a high-flying Executive Vice President to the founder of Insights to Action Coaching and Consulting speaks volumes about seeking deeper satisfaction beyond traditional achievements. This episode delves into Katy's bold move to redefine success on her own terms, particularly focusing on empowering women to ascend in leadership roles, ensuring their journey is not just about reaching the top but thriving there. Div...
2024-02-13
53 min
ADHD for Smart Ass Women with Tracy Otsuka
EP. 266: ADHD in the C-Suite: Katy McFee's Blueprint for Women in Leadership
Tired of ADHD strategies that don’t work? Here’s what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup___Katy McFee spent the bulk of her career undiagnosed and struggled for years until she learned how to work with her ADHD and not against it. After 18 years in the corporate world, she founded her company, Insights to Action, which is on a mission to help close the gender gap in senior leadership.Katy discovered through her entrepreneurship journey and ADHD diagnosis that we can...
2024-02-07
1h 06
Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors: Shatter Limiting Beliefs - Redefine Success - Chase Big Dreams
Breaking Barriers: A Journey from Corporate to Empowering Women in the Executive Suite with Katy McFee
In this episode with CEO of Insights to Action, Katy McFee, we cover:Katy's corporate climb from Director to EVPThe challenges women face in breaking barriersThe Perception Problem for women in corporateWhy women get stuck in their career progressionHow you can solve for the perception problemWhy women need to excel more than menClear, concise, and compelling communication strategiesHow to navigate bias in the workplaceJoin the masterclass today! FREE~!BUY THE BOOK - Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors Connect with me on LinkedInBe a Book Launch Insider!!!My...
2023-12-27
28 min
The Leap To Lead: Helping Midlife Women Build Confidence, Find Purpose, and Grow with Impact.
Her Life: Women & Leadership
Welcome to "Her Life: Wisdom and Tips For Every Woman". Life is often characterised by seasons of transition and self-discovery. This series is about sharing stories, experiences, wisdom and practical tips for women no matter where they are or what they’re doing right now. In this episode we hear from Katy McFee of Insights To Action. Katy shares her experience and insights into women's careers, the challenges for aspiring leaders and the future for women in leadership. Katy spent 18 years of her career in tech and biotech, eventually working her way up to EVP, Sal...
2023-12-25
28 min
F'ing Up
F'ing Up with Katy McFe - S2 E2
Katy McFee is the Founder and CEO of Insights to Action Coaching & Consulting. She spends time helping women become executives and thrive as senior leaders. Katy, in her own journey, struggled to get to the top tier of leadership. It seemed no matter how successful and results driven she was, that top layer was constantly just out of reach. Katy shares honestly about her experience and how she overcame the hurdles, ultimately becoming an ally to others who experience the same struggle(s).About Katy McFee
2023-10-04
1h 03
Change is possible: Your Career Transformation Guide
Ep #40: Career Transformation Insights with Katy McFee: From Sales to Leadership Empowerment | еp.40 Change is Possible Podcast - your Career Transformation Guide.
Discover the transformative journey of Kathy McFee, who transitioned from a high-stakes corporate sales career to become a beacon of empowerment and leadership for women. Kathy opens up about her dynamic experiences, challenges, and the wisdom she gained while climbing the corporate ladder to become a VP and EVP in Sales. Kathy’s mission through 'Insights to Action' is to empower women, helping them to step boldly into senior leadership roles and thrive. In this episode, we delve deep into Kathy’s invaluable insights on leadership transformation, career pivots, self-discovery, and women...
2023-10-03
43 min
Get Clear with Crystal Ware
Embracing the #Powerofthepivot and Aligning your heart & career to build women up with Katy McFee
Embracing the #Powerofthepivot and Aligning your heart & career to build women up with Katy McFee with Katy McFee Want more free guidance just like this?? Get actionable advice on how to raise your salary, build wealth, create freedom and live a bad a$$ life by joining us here: https://mailchi.mp/7e52aa2dca4b/crystal-ware-landing-page Ladies, it’s time to take charge of your careers and get what you deserve and desire! Certified executive leadership coach Katy McFee joins Crystal to discuss her pivoting journey from the corporate world to entreprene...
2023-09-05
53 min
The Smart Connector
How Women Can Close The Gender Gap & Thrive in Executive Leadership - With Katy McFee
In this episode, Jane Bayler and Katy McFee, the Founder and Principal at Insights to Action Coaching and Consulting, discuss their invaluable insights on breaking through barriers, reaching executive ranks, and flourishing as a successful and impactful leader. With 18 years of experience in sales and leadership, including her tenure as a VP and EVP, Katy intimately understands the challenges faced by women on their path to the top. Realizing the lack of resources and mentors available, particularly for women, she took a leap of faith and established Insights to Action, a platform focused on helping w...
2023-07-18
45 min
Powerful Stories with Tory Archbold
How to create your life vision with Canadian Powerhouse Katy McFee
Katy McFee empowers others to rise, creating their own life vision and activating it to align them with the tools they need to rise. I love connecting with women on Linkedin who have stand out personal brands and engage at a high level with others to show them the possiblities in life. Katy is a Canadian powerhouse who is passionate about empowering women and helping them to close the gender gap in senior leadership who saw her Linkedin followers rise by 30,000 within 12 months simply by showing up with purpose and shining a light on topics which she believed mattered.
2023-01-18
34 min
Surf and Sales
S3E58 - What about Sales Leadership Sucks with Katy Mcfee
So you climb the ladder of success to EVP of Sales and then decide it's not what you want; what do you do? She had to slow down and learn what lights her up. Stop believing the fear of what you think people think about you.
2022-12-26
42 min
Live Better. Sell Better.
Live Better Sell Better November Highlights
This episode of the Live Better Sell Better Podcast recaps the best moments from our FIVE amazing guests for the month of November. Everything from finding a fit in terms of your value as a leader, when to utilize a paywall effectively, defining the stages of the buyer's journey, and the importance of diversity in leadership will be discussed in these episodes! HIGHLIGHTSBeth Jacobs, Chief Growth Officer at vChiefAmelia Taylor, Strategic Sales & Lead Evangelist at regie.aiBelal Batrawy, Founder of DeathtoFluff and Advisor at GTM buddyKaty McFee, Founder and Principal of i2a I...
2022-11-25
04 min
Live Better. Sell Better.
Power of Authenticity: Lessons for the Woman in Leadership with Katy McFee
This episode of the Live Better Seller Better Podcast features Katy McFee, Founder and Principal of i2a Insights to Action Coaching and Consulting. More and more professionals talk about becoming a woman in leadership but not enough talk about how to actually thrive in that space.Katy shares her insights on what it actually takes to take ownership and understand your role as a woman in leadership. She talks about how she started mentoring and teaches how to lean into your authenticity and succeed in the environment you're in. HIGHLIGHTSRealizing h...
2022-11-14
41 min
The Savvy Session
S1 Episode 15 - How to Break Through to a Leadership Role with Katy McFee
Are you struggling to break through to an executive leadership role, and feel like you have hit a plateau at the manager or director level?Join us on our latest podcast as we talk with Katy McFee, a leading coach & consultant who helps women break through to leadership roles and create the career and life they want.Katy McFee is the Founder & Principal of Insights to Action.The Insights to Action community is for:● Females who are looking to move up to an executive leadership role.● Those who want to become a s...
2022-11-07
23 min
Market-to-Revenue
🧗♀️ Shea Cole: Fullscript, VP Marketing
Tell yourself, “I can do hard things.” What does the data say? What is the insight I can pull from the data? What is the creative idea I have based on that insight? Take the hassle out of the purchase journey. What product-market-fit means for a new segment of users. Focus over speed. Strategy over plans. Regaining SEO. Meaning, difference and salience. Understand what motivates your customer, how they view your product, or the problem that it solves. You find that tension in their lives then you solve for it.Here’s what Katy McFee s...
2022-09-01
25 min
Market-to-Revenue
🍷 Darren Sharpe: SuiteSpot, Chief Revenue Officer
15 minutes with Meet Darren Sharpe, Chief Revenue Officer at SuiteSpot. Be maniacal about what’s working. Doing great homework. Connecting inbound and outbound channels. Prospect discovery. Client feedback loops to drive product innovation. Shifting a pricing model from features to platform. Pareto principal. Opportunity costs. A culture of coaching allows your team to collaborate in all things. Talk within your client's own words. Asking: What's important to you? What drives you? Is there a connection here where I can help solve? 21 insights. 7 rapid-fire questions. Show transcript.Here’s what Katy McFee said abou...
2022-07-27
15 min
The Teacher Career Coach Podcast
80 - Salary Negotiation and Raises with Katy McFee
Katy McFee spent 18 years working in sales and leadership, doing lots of negotiation on both sides of the table. She recently left her EVP, Sales job to start a coaching and consulting business focused on helping more women become executives and transition successfully to leadership positions. In this episode, we talk all about salary negotiation and how to ask for a raise in your new work environment. Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you? Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully transition out of the classroom and i...
2022-06-30
44 min
Market-to-Revenue
☮️ Katy McFee: Insights to Action, Founder and Principal
15 minutes with Katy McFee, Founder and Principal of Insights to Action. Helping new, aspiring leaders who are stuck in their career get to the executive level. Distractions. Balance. Lack of patience. Work when you work best. Show up as the person who want to be today. Creating focus and intentionality. Do less to do more. Focus on data, structure and process. Ask yourself 3 questions daily: What is the goal? What is the bigger picture? What has been successful in the past? 21 insights. 7 rapid-fire questions. Show transcript.Here’s what Brandon Fluharty said about Katy:Ka...
2022-05-16
15 min
Sales Leadership Podcast
Episode 182: #181: Katy McFee of Insights to Action — The 3 Things that Stop You From Being Promoted…and How to Overcome Them
Katy McFee has had an award-winning career as an Executive Sales Leader with emphasis in the biotech and technology segments. Today she is the CEO and Founder of Insights to Action and works with sales leaders worldwide helping develop new and emerging sales leaders. Her mission is to help new and aspiring leaders get to that next level…and get there fast. She shares her framework of how to get “unstuck” in your career and earn that first…or next promotion. For video snippets of this and other episodes and for Rob's sales leadership resource center, head to Sales...
2022-04-12
1h 02