In this episode of The Boss Lady Podcast, Teresa and Jennifer dig into McKinsey and Company’s 2025 Women in the Workplace data to challenge one of the most persistent myths in leadership today: that women lack ambition. The truth is far more nuanced and far more actionable. Drawing on the largest study of women in corporate America, you will learn how opportunity gaps, lack of sponsorship, uneven career support, and systemic barriers, not motivation, shape women’s career decisions. This conversation reframes what leaders often get wrong, unpacks why ambition fades when support disappears, and highlights what organizations can do differently if they truly want women to advance.

CONNECT WITH US:

Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresarand⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Boss Lady events and coaching at Ladder Network:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laddernetwork.org

Honesty isn’t just a “nice to have” in leadership. It is a superpower. When people feel safe telling you the truth, you gain access to better ideas, earlier warnings, and deeper trust. In this episode, Teresa and Jennifer explore what it really means to create psychological safety at work and why truth-telling is essential for strong, healthy leadership. She discusses the subtle signs that your environment may not feel safe, how leaders can model honesty without losing authority, and the simple behaviors that invite candor. If you want to lead a team that speaks up, shares openly, and trusts deeply, this conversation is for you.

CONNECT WITH US:

Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresarand⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Boss Lady events and coaching at Ladder Network:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laddernetwork.org

In this episode of The Boss Lady Podcast, Teresa and Jennifer take listeners on a journey through the decades—exploring how women’s careers evolve in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s. From building a strong foundation to redefining purpose and legacy, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and actionable insights for every stage of leadership. Whether you’re just getting started, stepping into influence, or transitioning into your next chapter, this episode reminds women that every decade brings value, growth, and opportunity.

CONNECT WITH US:

Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresarand⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Boss Lady events and coaching at Ladder Network:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laddernetwork.org

Influence isn’t about titles — it’s about connection, timing, and how you show up. On this episode, we break down the real politics of influence and how you can make things happen, no matter your role.  If you’ve ever wondered why some people move ideas forward so effortlessly, in this episode we share the strategies behind that power — and how you can use them in your own career.

CONNECT WITH US:

Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresarand⁠⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Boss Lady events and coaching at Ladder Network:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laddernetwork.org

As we step into a brand-new year, one thing is clear—2026 will require women leaders to be stronger, more focused, and more intentional than ever before. In this episode, Teresa and Jennifer challenge Boss Ladies to reflect, reset, and recommit to who they are becoming in the next season of leadership. This conversation is about clarity, confidence, and courage. They will discuss letting go of what no longer serves you and stepping fully into your next level. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and power in 2026, this episode is your starting line.

CONNECT WITH US:

Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresarand⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Boss Lady events and coaching at Ladder Network:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.laddernetwork.org

If your inner control freak twitches at the word delegate – this a podcast you won’t want to miss.  Jennifer talks through her journey of delegation.  She has tips on how to stop doing everything yourself and start making your work work for you!

Her business, Back Porch Communications, has moved from a team of one to now six and one of the biggest hurdles she overcame was the ability to let others get in on the work she was passionately hoarding and doing all by herself.  But letting go of control has led to big profits! 

Listen and see if there are opportunities in your work or business for you to let go and become a strategist!

CONNECT WITH US:

Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresarand⁠⁠

Learn more about Boss Lady events and coaching at Ladder Network:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.laddernetwork.org

Culture isn’t a policy, a perk, or a poster—it’s YOU. Every choice you make either builds or breaks your workplace culture. In this week’s solo episode, Teresa explores one of the most critical questions in leadership and business: Who is responsible for company culture?
Leaders often believe culture is set at the top. Employees sometimes assume it’s HR’s responsibility. But the truth is, culture is co-created every single day—through our words, actions, and even the smallest interactions. Teresa unpacks the shared responsibility between leaders and teams and offers practical steps you can take to create a culture worth being proud of.
Whether you lead a company, a department, or simply yourself, this episode will challenge you to think about how you’re shaping the environment around you.

CONNECT WITH US:

Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresarand⁠

Learn more about Boss Lady events and coaching at Ladder Network:  ⁠⁠https://www.laddernetwork.org

What happens when a leader stops sugarcoating and starts speaking the truth? In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Indie Bollman, author of the brand-new book *Leadership Truth Bombs* and keynote speaker for the upcoming Boss Lady Women’s Leadership Conference.
Indie brings unfiltered wisdom to the conversation—sharing the raw realities of leadership, the tough lessons she’s learned, and the truths women leaders most need to hear today. From embracing vulnerability to balancing honesty with encouragement, Indie’s perspective is both refreshing and empowering.
Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or stepping into your own leadership journey, this episode will leave you with practical insights and plenty of “truth bombs” to carry into your work and life.

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 Indie on LinkedIn

Indie's Website

Register for the Boss Lady Conference!

www.laddernetwork.org/conference

In this episode of the Boss Lady Podcast, Teresa welcomes Wynn Newingham, founder of Tustle Marketing, social media strategist, and women’s leadership advocate. Wynn will be a featured speaker at the Boss Lady Women’s Leadership Conference (Sept 18–19), where she’ll deliver her keynote 'How to Fly or Crash on Social Media.'
In this conversation, Wynn shares the do’s and don’ts of building a social media presence that works, how to avoid the pitfalls that make brands 'crash,' and how leaders—especially women—can leverage authenticity and storytelling to soar online.

Boss Lady Women’s Leadership Conference – Sept 18–19: https://www.laddernetwork.org/conference

Connect with Wynn Newingham & Tustle Marketing: 
https://www.tustlemarketing.com/

On this episode of the Boss Lady Podcast, Teresa and Jennifer sit down with powerhouse leader Phebe Fuqua, FRA-RA, LEED, NOMA, APA, AIA, IEDC—CEO, Senior Strategist, keynote speaker, and author. Phebe is the CEO of Elite Eagle Developments Inc., and she’s passionate about equipping leaders to remain steadfast and focused even when life’s storms hit.
Phebe will also be a featured speaker at this year’s Boss Lady Women’s Leadership Conference (Sept 18–19), where she will deliver her keynote 'Unshakable Through the Storm: Focused on the Call.' In this conversation, she shares her personal leadership journey, how to discover 'the call' in your own life, and what it takes to lead with clarity and resilience in challenging times.

Connect with Phebe Fuqua: Elite Eagle Developments Inc. 

https://www.eliteeagledevelopments.org/ 

REGISTER FOR THE BOSS LADY CONFERENCE, SEPT 18, 19

https://www.laddernetwork.org/conference