Lead to Soar

Dec 16 2024 178 ep. 36 mins 17
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Lead to Soar is a multi-platform resource for ambitious women leaders who want to reach their full potential. 

We support women in 3 ways;

The Lead to Network: https://leadtosoar.network/landing

The Lead to Soar Podcast: https://shows.acast.com/lead-to-soar 
• The Lead to Soar Summit: https://www.leadtosoar.com/summit

Contact your Lead to Soar hosts.
Email Michelle Redfern

Email Mel Butcher

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Money, Leadership, and Potential: Why Women Must Close Their Gender Gap with Lizzy Goldfinch

Dec 16 2024 43 mins  
Michelle Redfern sits down with Lizzy Goldfinch to explore the crucial intersection of money, leadership, and women’s potential. Lizzy shares her professional expertise and personal experiences to illuminate how financial literacy and independence are foundational for closing the leadership gender gap. The conversation focuses on breaking down harmful money myths, embracing finan

The End-of-Year Job Hunting Heebie-Jeebies: How to Stay Focused and Seize Opportunities

Dec 08 2024 41 mins  
In this follow-up episode, Michelle and Renata Bernade, host of The Job Hunting Podcast, tackle the other side of the equation—job hunting. For job seekers, the holiday season can be a nerve-wracking time, but Renata offers insights and strategies to stay proactive, avoid burnout, and prepare for success when the market picks up.Topics include:• Navigating the anxiety of job hu

Is hiring people a joy or a burden? Talent Management Tips from Renata Bernade

Dec 01 2024 38 mins  
In this episode of Lead to Soar, Michelle welcomes back friend of the pod, Renata Bernarde to discuss hiring from the manager’s perspective.Does the thought of hiring fill you with joy or dread? They explore this question because managers tell us that hiring often feels like a burden.  Topics include:• Why hiring feels like a chore for many leaders.• Common pitfalls

How to Support All Women at Work: Advice for Inclusive Leadership

Nov 24 2024 49 mins  
Michelle Redfern is joined by Lisa Saunders and Natalie Moore from Own Your Health Collective to explore how workplaces can better support women through perimenopause and menopause, pivotal life stages impacting women at the peak of their careers. Together, they address the often-taboo subject of menopause, highlighting the need for awareness, education, and supportive policies to

From Good to Great: How to Transform the Way You Coach Women Leaders

Nov 21 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, Michelle Redfern is joined by Susan Colantuono, founder of Be Business Savvy and co-founder of the Lead to Soar Network, to discuss the transformative coaching approaches needed to support women’s advancement into senior leadership. This conversation focuses on how managers, mentors, and coaches can go beyond traditional coaching frameworks to build their own bus

Can We Reimagine HR for a Second Please? With Trina Sunday

Nov 10 2024 46 mins  
In this episode of Lead to Soar, host Michelle Redfern is joined by Trina Sunday, founder of Reimagine HR, for a candid conversation about the need for a major overhaul in HR. Michelle and Trina unpack the shortcomings in traditional HR practices, including the “policy police” reputation, and discuss how HR functions must evolve to be effective partners in strategic leadership.

Why You Must Master the Art of Conversation for Leadership Growth

Nov 03 2024 13 mins  
In this episode of the Lead to Soar podcast, Michelle Redfern explores the concept of learning conversations and their role in career and leadership development. Michelle shares how mastering the art of these informal but intentional discussions can significantly enhance your leadership journey.Key Discussion Points:What are Learning Conversations?Michelle defines learning conversa

Real Success Stories: How Hour of Power Transforms Careers

Oct 27 2024 14 mins  
In this episode, Michelle Redfern discusses the Hour of Power, a weekly group coaching call within the Lead to Soar network. This session provides a safe and consistent space for women to share their career challenges and insights, offering practical advice, support, and a strategic network that empowers women to thrive. Michelle highlights the importance of psychological safety, t

Reach Your Full Potential: How to Navigate a Hostile Workplace

Oct 20 2024 19 mins  
In this solo episode, Michelle tackles a deeply challenging issue many women face: hostile workplaces. From subtle microaggressions to outright discrimination, hostile environments can undermine confidence, drain emotional energy, and hinder career progression. Michelle breaks down practical strategies to protect yourself, build resilience, and—if necessary—find your way out. T

Opportunity Knocks: How to Take Smart Risks for Career Growth

Oct 13 2024 36 mins  
In this episode of Lead to Soar, hosts Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher tackle the crucial topic of taking risks in your career. From deciding whether to apply for new roles to managing toxic work environments, the conversation covers practical strategies for assessing risks, taking bold steps, and learning from past decisions. Michelle introduces the concept of a "risk matrix" to