What does it really take to climb the corporate ladder and step into leadership roles?

In this episode, Hanna Bang, VP of Lifecycle Marketing at L’Oréal, pulls back the curtain on the reality behind her impressive titles. From roles that looked glamorous on paper but felt very different day-to-day, to the moments she wasn’t ready for but stepped into anyway—Hanna shares what a long-term career in corporate actually looks like.

She opens up about mentorship, power, and representation. She shares more about why women need women in corporate spaces, what AAPI leadership has taught her, and how to both rise and lift others at the same time. Hanna also talks candidly about the realities of leading at the top—from the behind-the-scenes grind of running marketing for some of the world’s most iconic beauty brands, to the high-stakes decisions that don’t always make it to LinkedIn.

And, of course, she leaves us with the advice every rising leader needs to hear—what she wishes she knew in her 20s, the sacrifices no one talks about, and the truth about what it really takes to build a career on your own terms.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s *really* behind the prestige of a long corporate career—or you’re navigating your own path toward leadership—this episode will leave you with perspective, honesty, and the kind of insight you won’t find in a polished resume.

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What happens when you leave behind the prestige, the playbook, and the pressure—to build something that feels truly aligned?

In this episode, Aisha Chottani, Founder & CEO of Moment, shares the story behind her bold leap from McKinsey consultant and Harvard Business School graduate to wellness entrepreneur. What started as a deeply personal mission to support mental health became Moment—a fast-growing beverage brand rooted in mindfulness, calm, and intention.

Aisha opens up about the reality of starting from scratch, the grit no one prepares you for, and the powerful mindset shifts she’s made along the way. From honoring her father’s legacy to staying grounded in purpose while scaling a business, she reminds us that success isn’t about status—it’s about impact.

If you’re navigating a big career shift or dreaming of launching something deeply personal, this episode will give you the clarity—and courage—to trust your path.

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Sometimes the work no one else wants becomes the work that sets you apart.

In this episode, we sit down with Anu Muralidharan, COO at Expensify and board member, for a candid conversation on rising through the ranks by solving overlooked problems and building confidence through momentum—not perfection. Anu shares the unconventional path that led her from undefined roles to IPO leadership, and the mindset shifts that helped her battle imposter syndrome and show up with clarity.

We explore the power of generalists, the myth of instant confidence, and how her personal “Castanza Experiment” (yes, *that* Seinfeld reference) changed how she makes decisions. Anu’s approach to leadership is refreshingly honest—and a reminder that building your career isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about being bold enough to try something different.

If you're in a season of self-doubt, transition, or just need permission to do things your own way, this episode will leave you feeling grounded and ready to move forward.

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What happens when you reach the top of the ladder—only to realize it’s leaning against the wrong wall?

In this episode, we’re joined by Mannat Sharma, a NYC-based tech lawyer and creator who walked away from big law burnout to redesign her career and life on her own terms. From late nights and high pressure to wellness, boundaries, and building a powerful personal brand, Mannat shares what it took to make the pivot—and why it’s been the most liberating move of her life.

We talk about egg freezing, ambition, identity, and what it really means to live fully without shrinking any part of yourself. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the version of success you were *supposed* to want, this episode is your reminder that it’s never too late to pivot boldly and build something that’s fully yours.

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What if your career actually felt like you?

In this episode, we sit down with Sacsha Calixte Flowers, a purpose design coach and organizational development expert who’s spent over 15 years helping people navigate their careers with clarity and intention. From higher education and fashion to recruiting and coaching, Sacsha’s journey is proof that alignment isn’t a one-time decision—it’s an ongoing practice.

We unpack how identity, purpose, and self-trust play into building a career that reflects who you truly are—and what it takes to let go of paths that no longer fit. Sacsha shares powerful insights on how to move through doubt, define your own version of success, and build a voice and network that feel authentic.

Whether you’re just starting out, in a season of career change, or feeling disconnected from your work—this episode will help you reconnect with your purpose and make your next move with confidence.

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What happens when you walk away from the version of success you were taught to chase—and begin defining it for yourself?

In this episode, we sit down with Kalli Prins, VP of Growth & Experience at Her Workplace, to explore how a career in fashion and creative leadership evolved into a bold path through tech, digital growth, and purpose-driven community building. Kalli shares how each industry pivot brought her closer to the work that truly mattered—and how taking a pause gave her the clarity to realign her values and lead from a place of authenticity.

Together, we unpack the lessons she's learned about self-trust, ambition, and building spaces that are both high-impact and deeply human. From joining Her Workplace as an aligned mission to now shaping the member experience at scale, Kalli offers a real and relatable look at what it means to grow your career while staying grounded in who you are.

If you're navigating change, craving more meaning in your work, or wondering what it really takes to build a community-first platform—this conversation is for you.

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What sparks the courage to build something new, not just for yourself, but for others too?
In this candid episode, Kalli Prins, VP of Growth & Experience at Her Workplace, interviews our host, Marilynn Joyner, Founder & CEO of Her Workplace, to explore the personal and professional moments that led to the creation of a network and tech platform for women navigating corporate environments.
From career wins that didn’t feel like success to quiet realizations and bold decisions, Marilynn shares the behind-the-scenes stories that shaped her mission. This isn’t just a career journey—it’s a reckoning with the systems we’re told to succeed in, and a reminder that sometimes, the most powerful change starts with redefining your values to find clarity.
If you’re craving more meaning in your work or wondering what it looks like to build a career on your terms, this episode is your invitation to begin.

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What happens when you realize the definition of success you’ve been chasing isn’t your own? In this solo episode, Her Workplace Founder & CEO, Marilynn Joyner, takes us behind the scenes of her career journey—from her early days in commercial real estate brokerage, following all the “rules,” to the pivotal moment she decided to rewrite them.

Marilynn shares the burnout, the awakening, and the bold pivot that led her to create Her Workplace—a tech platform and network dedicated to supporting women in the workplace. Along the way, she reveals the lessons she’s learned about belonging, ambition, and redefining success in a system that wasn’t built for us.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overworked, or like you’re playing a game you didn’t sign up for, this episode will leave you inspired to take back your power and chart your own path.

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Welcome to Her Workplace Unfiltered—a podcast about what it really means to be a woman in the workplace.

Each week, we’ll be sharing real and raw stories from women—the pivots, the promotions, the burnout, the breakthroughs, and everything in between. Marilynn Joyner, Founder & CEO of Her Workplace, will also be sharing more about her career journey as a startup founder, new mom, and advocate of women.

Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, changing careers, growing a company, or carving your own path, you’re not alone. This podcast is for you.

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