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The Authentic SHE LeaderWhen Leadership Says 'Me Too' Instead of SolvingYou bring a workplace problem to your leader expecting solutions, but instead you hear those deflating words: "Me too, it happens to me too." That sinking feeling? It's not just disappointment—it's a wake-up call about the leadership trap that's keeping brilliant women stuck in survival mode instead of authentic power.This episode exposes the hidden pattern destroying women's leadership potential: when the people supposed to solve problems are just as trapped as you are. Learn the difference between survival leadership and authentic influence, why accepting "me too" as an answer perpetuates toxic cycles, and how to be...2025-07-2312 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderAuthentic Self Advocacy: The Pivotal Conversations that Elevate Women LeadersMost women leaders excel at delivering results but struggle with a deeper challenge: advocating for the recognition and advancement we've earned. We've been systemically trained to let our work speak for itself, yet this approach often leaves us invisible in critical moments of career elevation.Ashley Rudolph's story disrupts this pattern. Six years into her career, she experienced something revolutionary—a manager who proactively painted a vision of her potential with five slides mapping her trajectory to director level and beyond. This wasn't just career advice; it was someone seeing possibilities in her that she hadn't yet im...2025-07-0933 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderBreaking the Safety Trap For Executive WomenYour expertise became your identity—and now it's becoming your cage. High-achieving women often find themselves trapped by the very brilliance that elevated them, filtering every leadership moment through the narrow lens of what they can prove, measure, and demonstrate. This creates a false safety that actually limits authentic power and influence.When you've built your career on analytical excellence, there's deep comfort in being known as "the strategy person" or "the one with answers." But this identity becomes a professional coffee order—reliable, expected, and eventually confining. You start silencing intuitive insights, creative approaches, and emotional inte...2025-07-0218 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderThe High Achievers Guide To Courageous LeadershipSend us a textWhat if the courage to be "unfinished" is exactly what makes you a powerful leader? As high achievers, we're conditioned to have all the answers and look like we've got everything figured out. But what happens when you're building something new, becoming the leader you know you can be, but you're not quite there yet?In this powerful conversation with Phylicia Pough, CEO of Mom CEO Suite, we dive deep into the courage it takes to lead authentically even when you're still learning and growing. Phylicia shares how motherhood...2025-06-1834 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderRethinking Leadership for High-Achieving Women: Why We Must Go DeeperSend us a textYou've climbed the ladder, mastered your craft, and earned the title—but there's still an empty space where fulfillment should be. As a high-achieving technical leader, you get results, but something feels incomplete. That restless feeling isn't just ambition; it's your soul calling you toward authentic leadership.In this Season 3 premiere, I share why brilliant women like you don't need more skills or frameworks—you need depth, not width. We explore the disconnect between technical excellence and authentic power, and why your performance might be overshadowing your heart.You'll disc...2025-06-1111 min
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The Authentic SHE LeaderWhy Do High-Achieving Women Self-Sabotage? Uncover the Hidden TruthSend us a textWhy do so many high-achieving women struggle with self-sabotage—especially when success is within reach? In this powerful episode, we unpack the hidden fear of success that keeps ambitious women stuck in cycles of hesitation, procrastination, and second-guessing their own potential.Through personal insights and self-mastery strategies, I’ll help you recognize the subtle ways you might be holding yourself back, decode the fear behind self-sabotage, and reframe your relationship with success so you can step into leadership with clarity and confidence.You’ll learn:✅ Why succ...2025-04-0934 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderStepping into Your Full Leadership Power: How to Go from Hesitation to AssertionSend us a textYour words shape your leadership. But too often, women soften their language, shrink in high-stakes moments, or hesitate to assert themselves. What if small shifts in how you communicate could transform your leadership presence?In this episode, I break down the subtle yet powerful shifts that turn hesitation into clear, confident communication—without feeling aggressive or inauthentic. You’ll learn:✅ The phrases that weaken your authority—and what to say instead✅ How to set boundaries in your speech with confidence✅ Why sh...2025-04-0222 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderIs Whole-Self Leadership the Missing Key to Authentic Success?Send us a textLeadership isn’t just about how you show up in business—it’s about how you show up for yourself. But what happens when your vision shifts, and the path you’ve been following no longer feels aligned?In this episode of She Leads Authentically, I sit down with Michelle Leakers, fashion designer and entrepreneur, to explore the journey of whole-self leadership—the art of integrating personal and professional growth. We get into:- Navigating Unexpected Career Shifts – How to embrace change when...2025-03-2634 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderThe Hidden Cost of Not Finding Your Thing: Can You Lead Without Truly Knowing Yourself?Send us a textWhat if the real reason you're feeling stuck, uninspired, or drained by your work has nothing to do with your skills—but everything to do with misalignment?In this episode of She Leads Authentically, we’re uncovering the hidden cost of not finding your thing in leadership. I share my personal journey of navigating career transitions, struggling with self-doubt, and finally discovering what true alignment looks like. We’ll explore:✅ The four key areas where misalignment silently drains your leadership power✅ The emotional toll of forcing success in the wrong...2025-03-1933 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderMastering Self-Leadership and Resilience in Career TransitionsSend us a textHave you ever felt pressured to define your niche, only to realize that true fulfillment in leadership comes from aligning who you are with what you do? In this episode, Kiara Holt shares her personal journey of transitioning from a burnout-ridden tech career to a fulfilling role in healthcare—revealing how the struggle to "find your thing" can drain your energy and block your creative flow. Kiara dives into the emotional highs and lows of being fired, the challenge of adapting to new environments, and the secret sauce behind self-mastery that helped her re...2025-03-1237 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderStop Making Lists and Start Building CapacitySend us a textAre you constantly making to-do lists but still feeling overwhelmed? True leadership isn’t about managing more tasks—it’s about managing your capacity. In this episode, we break down the 3 dimensions of leadership capacity—physical, mental, and technical—and how understanding them can revolutionize your decision-making, prevent burnout, and help you lead with clarity and confidence.What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why prioritization without capacity awareness leads to stress and burnout The game-changing mindset shift from task management to sustainable leadership How assessing your physical, m...2025-03-0531 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderWhat Happens When You Drop the ‘Strong Woman’ Act? The Real Key to InfluenceSend us a textVulnerability and leadership—can they coexist? Absolutely. But for women in leadership, especially Black women, embracing vulnerability can feel like a challenge rather than a strength. In this powerful episode I’m joined by Stacy-Ann Buchanan, a TEDx speaker, mental health advocate, and filmmaker, to uncover why confident vulnerability is a leadership superpower—not a weakness.Together, they explore how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and mindset shifts allow women leaders to break free from societal expectations, lead with authenticity, and create harmonious lives without sacrificing their impact. Stacy-Ann also shares her personal journe...2025-02-2632 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderRedefining Success on Your Own Terms Through GriefSend us a textEver feel stuck chasing someone else’s version of success? In this episode, I’m sitting down with Nancy West—a vibrant 50-plus content creator who transformed her life in the midst of personal loss. We explore how embracing authentic leadership and pursuing self-mastery can reshape our understanding of success, no matter our age or life stage. From battling limiting beliefs about being “too old” for Instagram to empowering women through her photography tutorials, Nancy’s journey is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to redefine your path. If you’re ready to brea...2025-02-1924 min
The Authentic SHE Leader3 Things I Learned From Situational LeadershipSend us a textHave you ever discovered leadership lessons from seemingly ordinary, day-to-day experiences? In this episode, I’m sharing three surprising insights that shaped my journey toward self-mastery and authentic leadership. We’ll dig into why healing from unmet expectations can help you lead with more empathy, how winning hearts with integrity builds lasting influence, and why you likely know more than you think. If you’re a woman in leadership ready to blend emotional intelligence, resilience, and genuine personal development into your leadership style, this conversation is your roadmap to transformation. Join me for...2025-02-1223 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderPowerful Strategies to Leverage Your Voice in Any RoomSend us a textEver feel like your voice isn’t packing the punch it should? In this episode, I sit down with Ella Parlor, a consultant and author who’s generated over a billion dollars in revenue through savvy marketing. Together, we dig into the nitty-gritty of amplifying your unique voice in any room—whether that’s a board meeting, a high-stakes pitch, or a life-altering conversation. Expect unfiltered insights on code-switching, emotional intelligence, and resilience—the same strategies that have propelled Ella’s success in male-dominated industries. We’ll also cover practical tactics for preventing burnout and ta...2025-02-0532 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderMastering Emotional Intelligence: The Conversation Women Leaders NeedSend us a textAre your leadership habits keeping you stuck, or are you ready to unlock your true potential?That’s right—it’s time to elevate your leadership by harnessing the power of emotional intelligence. But what’s holding you back? For many women leaders, it’s the limiting patterns and outdated beliefs that keep them from stepping into authentic and impactful leadership.In today’s episode, we’ll explore how self-awareness can help you break free from these barriers and redefine your leadership approach. Join me, Kemerlin, as I sit down with Judy...2025-01-2933 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderWelcome Back to Season 2: Staying Committed to MyselfSend us a textPodcast Description: Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the leadership journey you're on? Do you find yourself struggling to piece together your purpose and the true essence of leadership?It's time to step into a new era of leadership—one where emotional intelligence, resilience, and empowered decision-making are at the core of everything you do. In today's episode, we're diving into the evolution of She Leads Authentically as we reflect on the transformative journey that Season 1 sparked.Join me as I share how our community ha...2025-01-2219 min
Side Hustle GROWTHFrom Settling to Soaring into your Purpose-Driven Path, with Kemerlin Richards.Text Me, I'd LOVE to hear from YOU!In this episode, leadership, self-mastery, and accountability coach Kemerlin Richards shares her journey from a high-level corporate role to becoming a coach focused on cultivating sustainable leadership in women. She discusses the importance of self-mastery, emotional intelligence, and personal development, especially for Black women in leadership roles. Kemerlin details her own experiences, including facing a lack of leadership from management, being fired, and ultimately transforming these setbacks into a passion for helping women leaders recover their stories and achieve their dreams. She speaks abo...2024-09-2624 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderOvercoming the Battle of Hiding in LeadershipSend us a textCan you think of an area in your life where you’ve been hiding?We all want to make bold moves and decisions that empower us and move us closer to our goals. But it’s a constant battle, and coming out of hiding isn’t an overnight process. So, give yourself a break and embrace the journey.In this episode, I’ll share personal stories, practical tips, and three actionable steps to stop hiding: reflect on why you hide, practice visibility in small ways, and seek support. As leade...2024-07-1718 min
The Authentic SHE Leader3 Reasons Why You Don’t Stay In Your LaneSend us a textCould your leadership journey be a beacon of authenticity and empowerment?I remember the day I realized that trying to be a jack-of-all-trades in leadership was leaving me exhausted and unfulfilled. That epiphany sparked a transformation in my approach to guiding others, and it's this very journey to authenticity in leadership that I share with you today. Slipping into the driver's seat of life, we sometimes find ourselves veering off course, often due to underestimating our capabilities or succumbing to the perilous trap of comparison. I...2024-07-1020 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderUnmasking Perfectionism: Exploring the Impact of Your Perceived Acceptance Part 2Send us a textHow does your perceived reality hinder on your acceptance and how that impacts your leadership? And it all stems from perfectionism. In this episode of She Leads Authentically, we delve into the profound impact of perceived acceptance on leadership, with a focus on how perfectionism, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs can create barriers to authentic leadership. Drawing from personal experiences and client insights, I explore the importance of distinguishing between internal and external influences and how this understanding is crucial for personal and professional growth. Join me...2024-07-0317 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderPerfectionism-Part 1: What To Do When Your Environment is Breaking You DownSend us a textAre you tired of perfectionism holding you back from leading authentically? Well, if you're on the path to overcoming this hurdle, you're in for a treat. I'm right there with you, navigating through the complexities of perfectionism myself. We’re delving deep into the topic of perfectionism and its profound impact on leadership. From sharing personal experiences to offering practical guidance, we'll explore how to break free from the grips of perfectionism and step into our true leadership potential.In this episode, I'm diving into the root causes of perfectionism and ho...2024-06-2616 min
Marketing That Works17. Turn Your Story into a Coaching Framework: Interview with Leadership Coach Kemerlin RichardsDanielle R. Harris talks with leadership coach Kemerlin Richards about how working together one-on-one in The Blueprint helped Kemerlin get clear on who she served, her frameworks, and how to trust her voice again.
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The Authentic SHE LeaderElevate your Leadership & Go Beyond The CeilingSend us a textHave you pushed your boundaries if not do you know what is holding you back?That's right, it's time to elevate your leadership and break through the ceiling.But what exactly is this ceiling? It's not just physical—it's the figurative and even spiritual barriers that limit our growth and potential. Have you ever felt like you're doing things that you can simply do, but you're not truly purposed to do? It's time to redefine success on your own terms, aligning your actions with your deeper se...2024-06-1915 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderDetoxing from Miserable SuccessSend us a textWhat exactly is miserable success? It's the pursuit of success in a way that doesn't align with who you truly are. It's about chasing after an image or idea of success that leaves you feeling unfulfilled, despite outward achievements.In this episode, I'll guide you through understanding the roots of your pursuit of miserable success and how to redefine success on your own terms. We'll uncover the barriers holding you back and develop strategies to bridge the six crucial gaps: energy, confidence, clarity, commitment, connection, and influence.2024-06-1216 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderFace Adversity Like A SHE LeaderSend us a textHave you ever hit a wall while trying to accomplish something? You know, that feeling when you just can't seem to find your groove and thoughts of giving up start creeping in? Well, that's exactly where I found myself when recording this episode. But hey, I didn't throw in the towel just yet.In this episode, we delve deep into the core of confident leadership and the art of making empowered decisions. Picture this: a crystal-clear vision, untouched by outside influence or expectations. Sounds dreamy, right? But the...2024-06-0516 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderConfident Leadership & Making Empowered DecisionsSend us a textHave you ever hit a wall while trying to accomplish something? You know, that feeling when you just can't seem to find your groove and thoughts of giving up start creeping in? Well, that's exactly where I found myself when recording this episode. But hey, I didn't throw in the towel just yet.In this episode, we delve deep into the core of confident leadership and the art of making empowered decisions. Picture this: a crystal-clear vision, untouched by outside influence or expectations. Sounds dreamy, right? But the...2024-05-2912 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderAuthentic Leadership: 3 Outcomes to Expect When You Embrace Authenticity Part 2Send us a textWe are back with part two of The Power of Authentic Leadership. Hey, SheLeaders! This week, we're diving into breaking free from self-compromise and aligning actions with our true selves. We laid the groundwork in the last episode and explored the importance of authenticity and its connection to the leadership journey. Now, let's get into what it truly means to be authentic and how it shapes our character. Authenticity isn't just about showing others how real we are; it's about embodying our true nature and beliefs, rooted in credibility and trustworthiness. B...2024-05-2216 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderThe Power of Authentic Leadership Part 1Send us a textGet ready to go deep into the transformative power of authentic leadership. In today's episode, I'm laying the groundwork for this essential topic, exploring why authenticity matters and how it shapes our leadership journey. Join me as we navigate through the complexities of personal development, debunking myths, and embracing the raw basics. Discover the difference between symptoms and root problems, setting the stage for genuine growth. Stay tuned for part two, where we'll define authentic leadership and uncover its profound impact on your leadership. Until then, remember to stay true to yourself...2024-05-1517 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderBreak Free From Self-Compromise & Align Your Actions With Your True Authentic SelfSend us a textAre you always looking for that quick fix in your leadership? We’re diving into breaking free from self-compromise and aligning your actions with your authentic self. It’s a discussion that resonates deeply because, let’s face it, we all find ourselves compromising at times. Discover how settling for 'good moments' stagnates growth and hinders bold moves toward authentic success. I explore four key gaps to close for self-alignment and discuss the power of practicing freedom to unleash authenticity. It's time to show up in the world authent...2024-05-0813 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderLetting Go of External Validation in the Pursuit of SuccessSend us a textThis episode is all about releasing the grip of external validation on our journey to success. Join me as we explore how seeking validation is part of our human experience, but also learn why it's crucial to redefine success on our own terms. Discover practical steps to shift your validation-seeking approach and ignite true authenticity. Let's break free together! Tune in now to take control!Resources mentioned in the show:Let’s work together, request your Authentic chat and ask about my Sig...2024-05-0117 min
The Authentic SHE LeaderWhy Personal Development Isn't Found in the Self-Help SectionSend us a textHey there, fabulous SheLeaders! Welcome to the first episode of She Leads Authentically podcast. I'm thrilled a passionate advocate for leadership and personal development. Join me as we explore what it means to lead authentically from the inside out, while gaining clarity on our purpose and letting it guide our journey.In this episode, I share my personal story and discuss the essence of She Leads Authentically. We delve into the importance of personal development, its role in leadership, and why it's not just about self-help but about nurturing our whole...2024-05-0112 min
Girl Talk With K Podcast7. Being Your True Authentic Self with Kemerlin RichardsThis week we're covering an important topic:
Being Your Authentic Self
Kemerlin Richards is the CEO & founder of The RICH Kliqué, LLC and Let’s Be Converts Christian Blog. She specializes in developing and teaching personal brands how to position their brand to build multiple streams of income. Kemerlin believes in creating as she likes to call it, "authentic brand experiences" for her clients and their audience. Six years ago Kemerlin got her start as an entrepreneur after a major change in her life. She lost her job! Kemerlin says that losing her job caused her to think about what she really...2020-02-1955 min