The Balanced Leader

By Yann Dang | Women in Leadership & Executive Presence Coach

Are you a woman in leadership feeling lost and frustrated in a male-dominated workplace? Do you struggle with confidence, assertiveness, and managing emotions in professional conflicts? You're not alo... more

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How many episodes does The Balanced Leader have?

The podcast currently has 113 episodes available.

The Balanced Leader episodes:

August 26, 2026 97. The Cost of Indecision: Why High-Performing Women Wait to Make the Move with Katy Nicholson
What is Waiting Costing You?

How long have you known it’s time to make a change, but kept yourself stuck in the space between deciding and acting? In this episode, I sit down with Command member Katy Nicholson to talk about what happens when high-performing women feel out of alignment but struggle to trust themselves enough to make the move.

Katy shares her journey from spending years questioning whether to stay in a successful role to realizing that the energy she was spending on indecision was far greater than the energy required to make the decision. You’ll learn why fear doesn’t disappear before a big decision, how listening to your emotions can reveal what needs to change, and why surrounding yourself with the right support can help you trust yourself and step into your next level of leadership.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/97
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
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30min
August 19, 2026 96. Assertive Communication for Women Leaders: How to Speak with Conviction
Have you ever said yes while your entire body was saying no? You know what you want to say, but you hesitate, over-explain, or soften your message because you’re worried about how others will respond. The challenge isn’t that you need better communication scripts. It’s that assertive communication requires something deeper: the embodied conviction to trust yourself, hold your ground, and stand behind what you say.

In this episode, I explore why so many women struggle to communicate with conviction and how reconnecting with your will can transform the way you lead. You’ll learn how to build the muscle memory behind assertive communication, strengthen your command energy, and align your words, body, and decisions so you can lead with greater clarity, authority, and self-trust.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/96
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
...more
25min
August 17, 2026 How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
This is a free, private leadership brief revealing the 5 ways high-performing women lose authority mid-conversation—and how to shift it immediately
Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
...more
3min
August 12, 2026 95. Why Brilliant Women Struggle to Advocate for Themselves (Self-Advocacy Isn’t Selfish)
How often do you prioritize “we” over “me”? You’re proud of your team, you care deeply about the people around you, and you want everyone to succeed. But when the “we” becomes so important that you disappear from your own story, your contribution, ambition, and leadership can get overlooked.

In this episode, I explore why so many brilliant women struggle with self-advocacy, not because they lack confidence, but because they’ve been conditioned to believe that advocating for themselves is selfish. We’ll look at why women often minimize their accomplishments, confuse humility with invisibility, and redirect recognition instead of owning the value they bring. You’ll learn how to shift from disappearing in the “we” to owning your role in the story.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/95
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
...more
25min
August 05, 2026 94. How to Grow Your Command Energy
Have you ever walked into a meeting knowing exactly what you wanted to say, only to question yourself the moment someone challenged your idea or questioned your expertise? You may think you need more confidence or better executive presence, but the foundation of powerful leadership starts somewhere deeper: your ability to command yourself first.

In this episode, I break down the three foundations of command energy and why they are essential for women who want to lead with more authority, presence, and trust in themselves. We explore why self-trust allows you to stay grounded in high-pressure moments, how building emotional capacity helps you navigate discomfort without letting it control you, and why inner authority matters more than seeking validation from the outside.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/94
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
...more
27min
August 05, 2026 How to Make the Rest of 2026 Your Most Powerful Season Yet
Attention all high-achieving women in male-dominated workplaces: The Power Series is BACK and you're invited.

This is a 3-part LIVE Leadership Lab for women who know they're meant for more.

You'll learn practical frameworks to lead with conviction. Make bold decisions with clarity. Cultivate the kind of presence that commands a room without saying a word.

Live Online | August 17, 20 & 21 | 12:00-1:00 PM ET

Sign up for the Power Series on Aug 17, 20 & 21 here!

I can't wait to see you there.
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3min
July 29, 2026 93. Stop Negotiating with Yourself
Has this ever happened to you? You know exactly what you want, what you believe, and what’s true in your bones, but then you start negotiating with yourself. Maybe you tell yourself to wait, maybe you question if you’re wrong, or worry about how others will feel. Most high-achieving women fall into this pattern. Spinning between fear, uncertainty, and the need to manage outcomes keeps you stuck and drains your confidence.

In this episode, I break down why negotiating with yourself silently undermines your self-trust and leadership authority. I guide you through a framework to identify where you’re negotiating with yourself, distinguish facts from your personal truth, and consciously rewrite the story you tell yourself so that it empowers rather than paralyzes you.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/93
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
...more
34min
July 22, 2026 92. Why Smart Women Leaders Spin & How Discernment Changes Everything
Spinning can feel productive, but it often leaves you drained, second-guessing, and stuck. It’s not that you lack skill or knowledge—it’s that uncertainty is being mismanaged, and your brain treats the unknown like a threat. In this episode, you’ll see how spinning shows up in your nervous system, your thoughts, and your body, and why learning to pause and choose intentionally allows you to act with clarity, trust, and confidence even when outcomes are uncertain.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/92
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
...more
17min
July 15, 2026 91. Stop Letting Uncertainty Hijack Your Leadership
How many opportunities have you delayed because you couldn’t guarantee the outcome? Promotions, projects, business decisions, and investments can all feel risky when the path isn’t clear.
In this episode, I discuss why trying to engineer for certainty can lead to self-sabotage, delayed decisions, and missed opportunities. You’ll learn how to stop letting uncertainty hijack your leadership and how to trust yourself to act decisively even when you can’t control the outcome.
Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/91
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
...more
26min
July 08, 2026 90. Why Self-Trust Matters More Than Confidence
It’s not a lack of confidence holding you back. It’s trusting yourself to make the call, even when the outcome is unknown.

After coaching hundreds of women over the past five years, I’ve seen that the ability to act despite uncertainty is what separates capable leaders from confident ones. In this episode, I show you why self-trust is the foundation of leadership and how to build it even when you’re scared, uncertain, or hearing no.

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://aspire-coaching.co/90
Connect with me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yanndang
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE LEADERSHIP BRIEF: How to Stop Getting Talked Over in High-Stakes Meetings (Even If You’re the Only Woman in the Room)
You said something valuable… and no one acknowledged it.
Then someone else repeated it—and suddenly it landed.

These aren’t obvious mistakes.
They’re small communication patterns that quietly decide how seriously you’re taken before your ideas are even heard.

Download the brief and identify the one pattern that’s costing you authority—so you can shift it before your next meeting: https://thebalancedleader.captivate.fm/5ways
Click here to download this free leadership brief
...more
17min

FAQs about The Balanced Leader:

How many episodes does The Balanced Leader have?

The podcast currently has 113 episodes available.