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We all do it. We all hate that we do it. And yet — here we are, still comparing ourselves to literally everyone.

In this episode, Coralyn, Jamie, and Jessica are getting into the comparison spiral — why your brain is wired for it, why social media pours gasoline on the whole thing, and why you're always measuring your behind-the-scenes against everyone else's highlight reel.

They're getting honest about negative self-talk, the environments that keep you stuck, and the one mindset shift that might actually break the cycle.

Spoiler: it starts with cheering for other women instead of quietly resenting them. Yes, really.

If you've ever opened your phone and immediately felt behind — this one's for you.

What they cover:The biology of comparisonWhy social media is designed to make you feel behindHow negative self-talk fuels the spiralGratitude and self-awareness as actual toolsHow to build a circle that lifts you up

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Are you building a life with purpose… or just staying busy checking boxes?

In this powerful and honest conversation, Jessica, Jamie, and Coralyn dive into one of life’s biggest questions: Why am I here? From discovering your unique gifts to understanding how serving others can unlock meaning, this episode explores what it looks like to live intentionally instead of running on autopilot.

If you've ever found yourself thinking “There has to be more than this,” this conversation is for you.

Through personal stories, practical takeaways, and real-life reflections, we unpack how purpose often isn't found in giant life moments — it's revealed through everyday interactions, courageous steps, and serving one person at a time.

– Why discovering your "why" matters more than chasing achievement
– How everyday interactions reveal your unique gifts and strengths
– The connection between purpose, service, and fulfillment
– What distractions are stealing your attention and focus
– Practical steps for self-discovery and intentional living
– How women in leadership and working moms can create impact through ordinary moments
– Ways to stop surviving and start living with greater meaning

"Are we just busy living?"

"There has to be more than this."

"Serve one person at a time."

00:00 – Discovering Your Why
03:16 – Unpacking Personal Gifts and Purpose
11:59 – The Importance of Serving Others
20:09 – Finding Meaning in Everyday Life
25:07 – Practical Steps to Make a Difference

– Lead Like A Girl Website
– StrengthsFinder by Gallup
– Giant Worldwide Core Beliefs Assessment

– Jessica on LinkedIn
– Jamie on Twitter
– Coralyn on Instagram

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Who decided life has an expiration date on dreams, reinvention, or joy?
In this heartfelt and hilariously honest episode of Lead Like a Girl, Jamie, Jessica, and Coralyn dive into the pressure women feel around aging, timelines, and “having it all figured out.” From career pivots and relationships to confidence, fashion, and personal growth — this conversation is your reminder that life doesn’t stop at a certain age… it actually gets better when you stop asking for permission.

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “Am I too old for this?” — this episode is for you.

Together, the hosts unpack societal expectations around women and aging, the emotional weight of missed milestones, and the freedom that comes from embracing your journey exactly as it is. Through laughter, vulnerability, and real-life stories, they explore how confidence and self-acceptance evolve over time — and why celebrating your wins matters no matter when they happen.

• Why women feel pressured by society’s timelines
• The truth about aging and self-confidence
• Navigating career pivots later in life
• Relationships, dating, and finding love again
• Fashion, identity, and owning your personal style
• Emotional growth and celebrating unexpected milestones
• How friendship and community help us embrace change
• Why it’s never too late to reinvent yourself

“Every day is priceless, make the most of it.”

“You’re never too old for anything.”

“Celebrate your wins, no matter the timing.”

Aging, women leadership, self-acceptance, confidence, life transitions, empowerment, personal growth, working moms, friendship, motivation, career pivots, embracing change, real stories

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Comfort is quietly limiting your growth.
In this powerful and honest episode of Lead Like a Girl, Jessica, Jamie, and Coralyn dive deep into why doing hard things is the key to confidence, resilience, leadership, and personal growth.

From starting over and facing fear to embracing discomfort and learning through adversity, this conversation is packed with real stories, practical mindset shifts, and empowering reminders that growth rarely happens inside your comfort zone.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or afraid to take the next step — this episode will challenge and encourage you to move anyway.

✨ Because small brave wins lead to life-changing transformation.

• Why hard things build confidence and character
• The connection between discomfort and growth
• Real stories of overcoming fear and adversity
• How resilience is built one small win at a time
• Practical ways to expand your capacity and mindset
• Why women leadership often requires courage before confidence

• “Comfort is quietly limiting us from growth.”
• “Embrace the hardness, it makes you stronger.”
• “Small brave wins lead to big transformations.”

00:00 Introduction and Setup
01:02 The Importance of Hard Things
01:32 Personal Experiences with Hardships
04:27 Lessons from Hardships
07:26 The Role of Support in Overcoming Challenges
10:22 Conclusion and Reflections
12:58 Embracing Achievements and Pride
13:45 The Courage to Start Over
14:02 Comfort vs. Growth
16:57 Creating Change Through Small Actions
19:35 Building Confidence Through Hardship
22:11 The Power of Small Brave Wins
24:27 Facing the Unknown with Courage
27:42 The Instinct to Act in Crisis
32:07 Takeaways: Embracing Hardships

• Toastmasters International
• Grit by Angela Duckworth

• Instagram – Coralyn
• Twitter – Jessica
• LinkedIn – Jamie

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Could you keep climbing when everything in your body tells you to quit?

Jennifer Harkness joins Lead Like a Girl to share her unforgettable experience attempting to summit Mount Kilimanjaro — and the life-changing lessons she learned along the way.

From intense physical preparation to unexpected panic attacks at high altitude, Jennifer gets real about the mental toughness required to face fear, push through discomfort, and redefine success.

This episode is for every woman navigating big goals, self-doubt, leadership challenges, motherhood, business ownership, or simply trying to survive life’s hard seasons with courage intact.

Whether you’re climbing literal mountains or personal ones, this conversation is packed with inspiration, resilience, and practical wisdom.

• Women leadership and resilience
• Mental toughness and perseverance
• Overcoming fear and self-doubt
• Adventure travel and personal growth
• Goal setting and mindset
• Working through setbacks
• Building confidence through challenge
• Living a purpose-driven life

00:00 — Introduction and Banter
02:29 — Preparing for Goals: Successes and Failures
07:24 — The Journey to Climbing Kilimanjaro
11:05 — Training and Mental Preparation
16:43 — The Climb Begins: Overcoming Challenges
22:05 — Facing Fears and Finding Strength
27:51 — The Final Push to the Summit
29:40 — Mental Struggles: Pressure and Self-Doubt on the Climb
31:43 — Turning Back: The Decision to Descend
32:46 — Reflections on Failure: Learning from the Experience
33:54 — The Call to Adventure: Planning for Another Attempt
35:44 — Embracing the Journey: Finding Pride in the Experience
39:26 — Life Lessons from the Mountain: Overcoming Challenges
42:58 — The Importance of Community: Support on the Journey

• Jennifer Harkness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferharkness
• Mount Kilimanjaro: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Kilimanjaro
• Women High on Adventure: https://womenhighonadventure.com

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferharkness

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If you’ve been treating LinkedIn like a digital resume, you’re leaving serious opportunity on the table.

In this episode of Lead Like a Girl, Jessica, Jamie, and Coralyn break down how LinkedIn has evolved into one of the most powerful platforms for personal branding, career growth, and women’s leadership visibility.

This is your wake-up call to stop overthinking, stop lurking, and start showing up with confidence. Because the truth? Visibility creates opportunity.

Whether you're a working mom, entrepreneur, or professional ready to grow your influence, this episode gives you the mindset and strategy to build a brand that actually opens doors.

• Why LinkedIn is the #1 platform for organic reach and professional growth
• How to build confidence and show up authentically online
• Proven LinkedIn content strategies to increase visibility and engagement
• The power of storytelling in personal branding for women
• How small actions (comments, posts, shares) lead to big opportunities

• LinkedIn is no longer optional — it’s essential for career growth and visibility
• Confidence is built through action, not perfection
• Engagement drives reach — don’t just post, participate
• Your story builds connection, credibility, and influence
• Authenticity will outperform curated perfection every time

• “Your voice is not random.”
• “Stop consuming, start creating.”
• “Visibility creates opportunity.”

• Post one story from your personal or professional journey this week
• Comment on 5 posts with intention and value
• Show up before you feel ready — that’s where growth happens

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage03:03 The Power of LinkedIn as a Content Platform05:53 Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence08:49 LinkedIn: From Resume to Personal Brand Tool11:18 How Visibility Impacts Career Opportunities14:14 LinkedIn Engagement Strategies That Work17:08 Building a Personal Brand Through Storytelling19:47 Why Authentic Content Wins22:44 Sharing Vulnerability and Growth Moments25:05 Your LinkedIn Challenge27:56 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

• Lead Like a Girl on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadlikeagirllab/⁠
• Website: ⁠https://leadlikeagirllab.com⁠

Stop saying you’re “overwhelmed” — it might be the very thing keeping you stuck.

In this honest and thought-provoking panel episode of Lead Like a Girl, Coralyn, Jamie, and Jessica unpack how the word “overwhelmed” has quietly become part of our identity and why that matters for women navigating leadership, careers, and everyday life. This conversation goes beyond stress and gets to the root of how language shapes our mindset, our decisions, and ultimately our ability to lead ourselves well.

For women in leadership, working moms, and anyone carrying the mental load of life, this episode offers a powerful reframe. Instead of staying stuck in a vague feeling, the hosts share how to break overwhelm down into specific emotions, take back control, and move forward with clarity.

This episode blends real stories, practical strategies, and simple mental models that help you manage stress, set boundaries, and lead with intention even in the middle of chaos.

Key takeaways

• The word “overwhelmed” can become an identity that limits action
• Naming specific emotions creates clearer, more effective solutions
• Writing down your thoughts helps reduce mental clutter and stress
• Boundaries are essential for sustainable leadership and self-care
• Comparison increases stress and distracts from your own priorities
• Progress starts with one small, intentional step

Action steps

• Replace “I’m overwhelmed” with the specific emotion you’re feeling
• Do a brain dump to organize your thoughts and responsibilities
• Practice saying no and protecting your time and energy
• Focus on your next step instead of trying to solve everything at once

Sound bites

• “Overwhelm is becoming part of our identity”
• “Frustration has a reason behind it”
• “Don’t compare yourself to others’ overwhelm”

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and overwhelm in daily life
03:17 The power of language and identity
06:03 Navigating emotions and agency
08:41 The weight of responsibilities
11:52 Finding stillness in a busy world
14:01 Setting boundaries and managing the noise of life
17:36 Navigating life transitions
20:10 Understanding capacity and overcommitment
22:03 Identifying and managing overwhelm
28:17 The dangers of comparison
30:50 Practical strategies for reducing stress

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The words you choose as a leader matter more than you think — and these 7 simple phrases can change everything.

In this powerful and relatable episode of Lead Like a Girl, we’re diving into the everyday language that builds (or breaks) trust, inclusion, and resilience in your team. Because leadership isn’t always about big strategies — sometimes it’s about the small, intentional words that make people feel seen, supported, and valued.

From real-life leadership moments to practical communication tips, we’re unpacking how showing up with the right mindset — and the right words — can completely transform your workplace culture.

If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with more impact without overcomplicating it… this episode is your playbook.

What We’re Talking About:

• The power behind simple phrases like “I’ve got your back” — and why they matter more than you think
• How to create a culture of trust and inclusion through everyday communication
• Why servant leadership isn’t soft — it’s strategic and impactful
• Real talk: learning from mistakes and building resilience as a leader
• Easy ways to check in with your team that actually build connection
• How small shifts in language can lead to big shifts in team performance
• Practical leadership tips you can start using immediately

Key Takeaway:
Leadership isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about showing up, supporting your people, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Sound Bites You’ll Love:

• “Show up and support your team.”
• “Ask, ‘What can I help you with?’”
• “Your work makes a difference.”

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction and Light Banter
• 06:08 The Importance of Growth and Learning
• 10:01 Navigating Leadership Challenges
• 13:31 Building Trust in Leadership
• 17:19 Fostering Inclusion Through Communication
• 21:03 The Power of Servant Leadership
• 22:33 Embracing Mistakes and Learning
• 27:27 Collaboration and Team Support
• 29:16 Empathy in Leadership

Resources & Links:

• Lead Like a Girl Lab – https://leadlikeagirl.com
• Toastmasters International – https://www.toastmasters.org
• Leadership Quotes Book by Grifford Thomas

You’re not responsible for fixing everyone—and this conversation proves why letting go is the most powerful leadership move you can make.

In this episode of Lead Like a Girl, Jessica, Jamie, and Coralyn unpack the emotional weight so many women carry every day. From managing other people’s feelings to over-explaining decisions and stepping in too soon, this is an honest conversation about what it really looks like to lead without control.

Inspired by the principles of Mel Robbins, this episode brings real-life stories into the spotlight. From parenting to leadership to family dynamics, the conversation highlights how letting go is not about caring less, but about leading better.

If you have ever stayed up at night trying to solve everyone else’s problems, this episode will challenge you to rethink what is actually yours to carry.

Key Takeaways

You are not responsible for other people’s happiness even when you care deeply

Rescuing others can delay their growth and development

Over-explaining decisions leads to burnout, not clarity

You do not need to be liked to be a strong and effective leader

People-pleasing often comes from early life experiences and patterns

Letting people struggle can feel uncomfortable but is necessary for growth

Leadership is less about control and more about trust and coaching

What This Episode Covers

Emotional responsibility and why women often carry more than they should

The difference between rescuing and coaching in leadership

Building confidence without needing validation or agreement

Setting boundaries in real-life situations including family and work

Framework Featured: The Core Four and Let Them principles by Mel Robbins

Action Steps

1. Pause before stepping in and ask if you are helping or controlling
2. Let someone work through a challenge without interfering
3. Make a decision without over-explaining it to others
4. Pay attention to where your discomfort is driving your behavior
5. Replace the need for agreement with confidence in your own clarity

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating milestones and setting the tone

03:52 Emotional responsibility and happiness

06:22 The need to be understood

09:10 The impact of rescuing others

12:13 Burnout and people-pleasing

19:56 Parenting and generational patterns

24:14 Coaching versus controlling

29:40 Decision-making without approval

33:41 Self-acceptance and confidence

39:24 Letting go of control

Final Thought

You do not have to carry everything to prove you care. Letting go is not weakness. It is leadership.

Joy isn’t something you find someday — it’s something you choose today. And if you’ve been chasing happiness but still feeling empty, this episode is your wake-up call.

In this raw and honest conversation, we unpack the difference between joy vs. happiness, why so many women in leadership feel disconnected, and how to reclaim joy in the middle of busy, messy, real life.

If you're a working mom, a high-achiever, or just trying to hold it all together, this episode will hit home.

• The real difference between joy and happiness — and why it matters for women’s leadership
• Why high-performing women struggle to feel joy (even when they “have it all”)
• How living in the moment unlocks deeper emotional well-being
• The hidden cost of chasing accomplishments without meaning
• Why gratitude and self-awareness are essential for cultivating joy
• How comparison silently steals your happiness and confidence
• The importance of building a supportive circle that actually lifts you up
• Why authenticity is the foundation of true joy and personal growth
• Simple ways to recognize your daily wins and stop overlooking them
• How to intentionally choose joy, even in imperfect seasons

• Joy is deeper than happiness — it’s rooted in meaning, not just moments
• You can experience joy even when life isn’t perfect
• Being present is a powerful and often overlooked tool for emotional well-being
• Burnout often comes from constant striving, not lack of ability
• Gratitude can quickly shift your perspective
• Comparison will rob you of joy if you let it
• Your circle matters — choose people who support your growth
• Self-forgiveness opens the door to experiencing joy
• Small, everyday moments are where joy actually lives
• Joy is not accidental — it’s something you cultivate intentionally

• “What actually brings you joy — not just validation?”
• “I miss out on all the joy when I’m chasing the next thing.”
• “Finding joy starts with yourself.”
• “Comparison is the thief of joy.”
• “You’ve got to get your people right.”
• “Joy is a constant — if you allow it.”
• “It’s never too late to find joy.”
• “You can always change your life.”

00:00 – Introduction to Joy and Happiness
02:58 – The Difference Between Joy and Happiness
06:00 – Experiencing Joy in Everyday Life
08:59 – Finding Joy in Helping Others
12:09 – Meaning and Purpose as the Root of Joy
14:48 – Why High-Performing Women Struggle
17:51 – Living in the Moment and Finding Balance
19:57 – Recognizing Daily Successes
22:57 – The Power of Authenticity
25:54 – What True Joy Really Looks Like
30:02 – Gratitude and Happiness
34:00 – The Comparison Trap
36:57 – Building Your Support Circle

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