This episode is a recording of a live broadcast of the Living While Leading Podcast. In this episode Sharon discusses the challenges and opportunities for men in supporting women's leadership and development with her guest, Ross McLean, Vice President of Aiven, a Finnish software start-up company.

They talk about personal experiences and strategies for men to actively support women in the workplace and how sponsorship is more effective than mentoring in propelling women’s careers. They also explore the impact of unchecked affinity bias in the performance appraisal process. 

Keep listening to gain a deeper understanding of the male perspective on best practices for effective allyship.

 

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Sharon Ehrlich is a leadership strategist and executive coach who helps overwhelmed leaders and stalled teams create real momentum. Her work focuses on clarity, communication, and impact so leaders stop spinning and start moving forward.

Through targeted workshops and 1:1 coaching, Sharon supports organizations facing misaligned priorities, breakdowns in communication, and disengagement. Her clients see fast, practical shifts. Teams collaborate more effectively, decisions land with confidence, and leaders show up with intention instead of urgency.

She is also the creator of Project Unignorable, a leadership experience designed to help high-performing women stop waiting to be noticed and become known for their impact.

This podcast delivers direct, practical insights for leaders who want to think clearly, lead strategically, and be recognized for the value they already bring.

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