Too many women stall their careers by waiting—waiting for certainty, waiting for permission, waiting to feel ready. But the truth is, successful careers aren’t built on hesitation. They’re built on decisive action.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:
✔ Why indecision is one of the biggest career blockers
✔ The real reason you feel stuck (hint: you already know what you want)
✔ A simple framework to help you make confident career decisions—without overthinking or regret

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to step up, this episode is for you.

Listen now and start making the decisions that will move your career forward.

📍 Want to accelerate your career? If you’re ready to take action and want to know how coaching can support you in achieving your goals faster, book a free career strategy call here.

Loved this episode? Share your biggest takeaway with me over on LinkedIn! I’d love to hear from you.

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You’re working hard, giving it your all—but somehow, it’s still not enough to land that promotion, get noticed, or step into leadership. It’s frustrating, right? Today, we’re having a tough but necessary conversation about what to do when your best isn’t getting you the results you want.

In this episode, we break down:

• Why “working harder” isn’t always the answer.
• How to assess whether your current best is enough for where you want to go.
• The key gaps holding you back—skill, visibility, leadership, or mindset?
• Why potential often outweighs performance in promotions (and how to use this to your advantage).
• The shift from effort to strategic growth—and how to take action today.

If you’re ready to level up and take control of your career, this episode is for you.

Loved this episode? Share your biggest takeaway with me over on LinkedIn! I’d love to hear from you.

✨ Want to supercharge your career? 

Find out about how I can help - visit www.rebeccabangura.com

Ever felt stuck in self-doubt or second-guessed a big decision? You’re not alone.

 Last week, I caught myself falling into a mindset trap that could have held me back—and it made me realise just how often our thinking shapes our careers in ways we don’t even notice.

In this episode, we’re diving into:

✔️ The hidden cost of your mindset—and how it may be holding you back
✔️ How to reframe limiting thoughts so you stop playing small
✔️ A simple mindset check to help you make decisions from a place of confidence, not fear
✔️ Practical ways to shift your thinking (so you start showing up the way you want to)

Your mindset is either working for you or against you—and the best part? You’re in control. Tune in now and start making shifts that will transform your career and leadership.

💡 Loved this episode? Share your biggest takeaway with me over on LinkedIn! I’d love to hear from you.

✨ Want to supercharge your mindset and career? Coaching might be for you. Book a free call to find out more

Are you waiting for confidence to take the next step in your career or life? This week, we’re diving into the confidence myth and uncovering why waiting to feel ready might be the very thing holding you back.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through:
✅ How confidence is built through action—not before.
✅ The 5 steps to grow your confidence: Intention, Commitment, Courage, Capability, and Confidence.
✅ The neuroscience behind confidence and how small actions create lasting change.
✅ Practical tips to build confidence today, including reframing failures as feedback and taking small, courageous actions.

Confidence isn’t a trait you’re born with—it’s a skill you build over time. I’ll share personal stories, practical advice, and insights to help you take the leap, show up for yourself, and stop waiting for permission to lead with confidence.

💡 What action will you take today to start building your confidence?

Tune in to discover how to trust yourself, embrace the messy process of growth, and finally step into the leadership role you’re capable of.

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Are you living a life and career you love—or simply reacting to what’s expected?

In this episode, Rebecca Bangura dives into how to design a career and life by intention, not default.

From overcoming the brain’s natural bias toward the status quo to uncovering what truly energises you, Rebecca shares five practical strategies to align your goals, values, and actions.

Whether it’s writing a personal mission statement, creating a vision board, or understanding your values, this episode will inspire you to take control of your future with clarity and confidence.

Tune in to learn how to make conscious choices that empower your career and personal life in 2025 and beyond.

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Connect with Rebecca on LinkedIn for more insights, or head over to  www.rebeccabangura.com to find out more. 

Let's build a brighter future in property and construction!

Join host Rebecca Bangura on the inaugural 2025 episode of the "Building Up Women in Property" podcast. 

After a reflective break, Rebecca returns to empower and inspire ambitious women in the property and construction industry to achieve fulfilling careers without sacrificing personal life. 

In this episode, Rebecca dives into the real reasons why New Year's resolutions often fail and shares practical strategies to set and achieve meaningful goals. 

Listen in for insights on goal setting, building resilience, and becoming your own advocate in the workplace. Plus, discover the importance of radical self-forgiveness in overcoming setbacks. 

Let's make 2025 the year of impactful change and success together!

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Let's build a brighter future in property and construction!

Time and again, I’ve encountered incredibly capable women being perceived as lacking a commanding presence. This perception can be career-limiting because executive presence is deemed crucial for inspiring trust and motivating teams. Today, I want to unpack this notion and explore how every one of us can project power in our roles by embracing our big boss energy.

 Women often face a double bind: we're expected to be nurturing and excel in soft skills, yet we also need to assert ourselves to be seen as leaders. If we adopt traditional leadership styles, we might be judged negatively for not being feminine enough. Conversely, if we stick to more stereotypically feminine styles, we might not be seen as leaders. This conflicting expectation makes it tough to navigate the leadership landscape.

How do we hold these conflicting truths? By understanding that being a female leader doesn’t mean compromising on our strengths. It means defining what big boss energy looks like for each of us, owning our path, and confidently stepping up when necessary.

Creating big boss energy begins with understanding our purpose – knowing what drives us. This clarity fuels our motivation and confidence, allowing us to step out of our comfort zones and assert our presence. It’s not about being loud or aggressive, but about being visible, sharing our ideas, and projecting a commanding presence. 

 Now, a commanding presence doesn’t mean being one-dimensional. It's about having a toolkit of skills that can be adapted to different situations. Emotional intelligence, confidence, and strong communication skills are vital. Women can command a room and lead effectively while staying empathetic and genuine to who they are.

Consider leaders like Jacinda Ardern, former PM of New Zealand, who led with strength in a very untraditional way. She showcased how to lean into one's true self and still command respect and achieve great outcomes.

 So, how do we create this commanding presence and get noticed as leaders? Understand your purpose and align it with your team's vision. Communicate clearly and compellingly to engage and inspire action. Non-verbal communication also plays a significant role – your body language and energy can make a substantial impact.

We also need to be willing to push past our comfort zone.  Women often fear being seen as domineering, resulting in them playing it too safe. Confidence grows from stepping out of comfort zones and practising assertiveness without aggression. It's about building capability incrementally – no one wakes up fully confident one day; it’s a process of continual growth and resilience.

Ultimately, cultivating big boss energy means standing confidently in who we are, showing up with self-awareness, and understanding our motivations. Bringing energy and enthusiasm to our roles, we become powerful forces, shifting perceptions and driving impact.
So, as we conclude, take a moment to think deeply about who you are and what that strong, confident version of you looks like. And remember leadership isn't about titles or positions. It’s about our energy, presence, and ability to effect change.

 LINKS:

Connect With Me:

Exceptional Leadership Framework: https://www.rebeccabangura.com/5-step-framework-to-exceptional-leadership

Book your strategy call: https://calendly.com/rebeccabangura/get_in_touch

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What leadership shadow are you casting on your team? 

Are you even aware of the tone you’re setting in the workplace, and how it might be affecting the organisation? 

As leaders, we really do have the power to create a positive work environment - as well as a toxic one. However, we often don’t realise just how impactful our habits, actions and overall leadership style can be on those around us. 

By understanding what your leadership shadow is, you can begin to intentionally create one that aligns with who you want to be and how you want to influence others in your team, organisation and in your industry.

So, what is a leadership shadow?

Essentially, it's how a leader's behaviours, actions and decisions cast a shadow over their team, which ultimately influences organisational culture and performance. Our shadows often have both positives and negatives and because we’re in the middle, we don't necessarily see the amount of influence and impact we have. 

Today, we'll explore developing an awareness around what our leadership shadow is and how to use it to create a strong, cohesive and high-functioning team. 

The concept of a leadership shadow was developed by Pine Street, part of Goldman Sachs's leadership development team, and it comprises four key elements: what I say, how I act, what I prioritise and how I measure. 

We’ll also explore three key components from a practical standpoint:

1. Role Modelling

2. Behavioural Impact

3. Communication Styles

Intentional cultivation of a positive leadership shadow starts with self-awareness and reflection. Although developing self-awareness is challenging, it can be achieved through self-reflection, feedback, assessments and regular check-ins. 

So, what does your leadership shadow look like right now? What are its positive and negative aspects? I encourage you to seek feedback from those around you to gain insights you may not see. 

Remember, we are all a work in progress. Being transparent about your journey fosters support and encourages others to think about their own leadership shadow. When everyone is aligned and working towards the same goal, that's when we see incredibly strong leaders and cultures that achieve sustained results.

LINKS:

Connect With Me:

Exceptional Leadership Framework: https://www.rebeccabangura.com/5-step-framework-to-exceptional-leadership

Book your strategy call: https://calendly.com/rebeccabangura/get_in_touch

Website: https://www.rebeccabangura.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccabangura/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrebeccabangura/ 

Have you ever felt trapped by your own high standards, constantly striving for flawless performance but finding yourself exhausted and unfulfilled? You're not alone. Many women working in male-dominated fields like property and construction grapple with the relentless pursuit of perfection.

That’s why I want to break down what perfectionism is, what it isn’t, and the grim consequences it can have. Don’t worry though, I’ll also be sharing three practical tips to help you break free from its grasp.

What Is Perfectionism?

Perfectionism is the tendency to set excessively high standards for oneself and to strive for flawless work. This goes hand in hand with critical self-evaluation and a constant concern about others' opinions. In our professional realms, this often manifests in over-preparing and an extreme attention to detail, which can drive dissatisfaction and burnout.

The implications of perfectionism are extensive. It keeps us entrenched in procrastination, avoiding risks, and staying within our comfort zones. This impasse limits our potential and opportunities—straining not just our stress levels but also our relationships and overall productivity. Speaking from personal experience as a recovering perfectionist, I know how easy it is to spend too much time planning and to hesitate in delegating tasks—a habit that ultimately stunts our growth.

So, how can we move away from this perfectionist mindset and start taking more impactful action? Here are three tips to help you break free from perfectionism:

1. Focus on High-Value Work

Shift your focus to high-value tasks—those that are critical to your role and cannot be delegated. Eliminate tasks that don't add value, and delegate where possible. For example, while preparing a presentation, you might focus on crafting the key messages and desired outcomes, while a junior team member handles formatting.

2. Set Boundaries Around Time and Effort

Planning and adhering to time constraints is essential. According to Parkinson's Law, work expands to fill the time allocated to it. Therefore, setting definite time limits for tasks can prevent perfectionist tendencies from taking over. You’ll also need to accept that not everything has to meet an A+ standard; sometimes B or B- work is perfectly adequate.

3. Practise a Growth Mindset

Our careers are a journey, and every day we have opportunities to improve. Embrace feedback, review what worked and what didn’t, and make necessary adjustments. Show up intentionally with a growth mindset, understanding that discomfort is part of the process, but it will lead to exponential career growth and fulfilment.

I know letting go of perfectionism isn’t as easy as I’ve made it sound. It’s difficult and uncomfortable - trust me, I've been there. But once you start releasing the need for everything to be perfect, you'll find you have so much more time and energy for the stuff that really matters.

LINKS:

Mid-Year Check-In Guide

Connect With Me:

Exceptional Leadership Framework: https://www.rebeccabangura.com/5-step-framework-to-exceptional-leadership

Book your strategy call: https://calendly.com/rebeccabangura/get_in_touch

Website: https://www.rebeccabangura.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccabangura/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrebeccabangura/ 

When I first started navigating my career, I was like many others—relying heavily on the support and guidance of those closest to me. My immediate circle of friends, family, and colleagues played a crucial role in my development. 

But as I ventured further into my career, I realised something unexpected: the people who know us best, while loving and supportive, often limit us with their perceptions of who we've been, rather than who we can become.

We all have those moments where we yearn to break free from our comfort zones. Whether it’s nominating ourselves for that prestigious award, vying for a major promotion, or pivoting to a completely new career path, it’s these critical junctures that require us to look beyond our immediate circle. In today's episode, I break down the differences between close and loose connections.

At the end of the day, the journey to a successful and fulfilling career is not just about what you know but also about who you know. And sometimes, it’s the looser connections that make all the difference. They bring fresh perspectives and new opportunities that your close connections, for all their love and support, might inadvertently shield you from.

LINKS:

Mid-Year Check-In Guide

Connect With Me:

Exceptional Leadership Framework: https://www.rebeccabangura.com/5-step-framework-to-exceptional-leadership

Book your strategy call: https://calendly.com/rebeccabangura/get_in_touch

Website: https://www.rebeccabangura.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccabangura/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrebeccabangura/