What on earth does the menstrual cycle have to do with leadership? Everything, if you care about performance, burnout, and team dynamics.

In this episode, Felicia Asiedu and Jo Fuller, Founder of The Merry Menopause, talk about cycle literacy in the workplace and why it matters for event and marketing teams operating under constant pressure. Jo explains how energy shifts show up across the month, how to plan smarter for big meetings and big shows, and how to normalize these conversations across teams, including with male colleagues.

Tune in to discover how cycle awareness can sharpen your leadership and protect your energy in high-pressure seasons.

What you’ll learn: 

• The four phases at work: How each phase of the menstrual cycle can influence creativity, communication, focus, and detail work in event teams
• Calendar strategy: Practical ways to plan deadlines, show days, and high-visibility moments around your natural energy shifts
• Normalizing the conversation: What it looks like to bring cycle awareness into teams, including male colleagues.

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Introducing Jo Fuller 

(02:48) Cycles are a leadership advantage

(06:30) Why this conversation is important for event planners

(15:49) Color-coding your calendar to prevent overwhelm

(17:14) Normalizing cycle talk at work

(25:05) Inviting men into the conversation

(27:08) Show-week survival tips when you’re on your period