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Episode Title: The 60% – Maximizing Your Visibility and Exposure  Series: The Leadership Blueprint Series  

Summary: In this powerful finale to The Leadership Blueprint Series, we unpack the most crucial factor in the PIE theory of career success: Exposure—the 60% that often separates hidden potential from recognized leadership. Join us as we explore how increasing your visibility in authentic, strategic ways can elevate your impact, amplify your influence, and open doors to new opportunities. Whether you're leading a team or just beginning to shape your professional presence, this episode offers practical insights and bold encouragement to ensure your brilliance doesn’t go unnoticed.

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"The Leadership Blueprint Series: The 30%: Enhancing Your Personal Brand"

In this episode of the 'Leadership Sisterhood' podcast, hosts Ali and Annie and special guest Kira from 'Following the Ferrells' explore the critical 30% of the PIE theory focused on presence and image. They discuss the impact of perception on success and how to build a compelling personal brand. The conversation covers practical strategies for crafting a professional image, optimizing digital presence, mastering communication styles, and ensuring authenticity. They emphasize the importance of engagement, adaptability, and maintaining a consistent message while sharing personal experiences and practical advice for women in leadership. The episode concludes with actionable steps and a call to audit and improve personal brands.

Episode Outline:

• 00:00 Introduction to the 30% Pie Theory
• 00:52 Welcome to the Leadership Sisterhood
• 01:02 Meet Kira from Following the Ferrells
• 03:25 Understanding the 60-30-10 Framework
• 05:45 Defining Your Leadership Brand
• 06:54 The Importance of Personal Branding
• 09:18 Effective Communication Styles
• 15:46 Mastering Body Language
• 21:23 Crafting Your Online Presence
• 25:36 Engaging Authentically with Your Network
• 32:10 Embracing Authentic Leadership
• 33:14 Gender Bias and Societal Expectations
• 33:45 The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership
• 34:46 Personal Experiences with Inauthentic Leadership
• 37:38 Building Trust and Relatability
• 40:25 Crafting a Consistent Professional Image
• 41:19 The Role of Humor and Personality in Leadership
• 42:55 Personal Branding and Mentorship
• 49:03 Optimizing Your Digital Presence
• 52:49 The Power of Engagement and Communication
• 56:36 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

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In this episode, we dive deep into the 10% of the PIE Theory, where talent, skills, and mastery make all the difference.  What separates the good from the truly exceptional? How can you elevate your performance to stand out in any field?  We break down the secrets to delivering excellence, explore real-world examples, and share actionable insights to help you sharpen your edge.  Get ready to step up, stand out, and redefine peak performance.  It's the foundation of the 60-30-10!  

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The Leadership Blueprint Series – Unlocking the PIE Theory

Ever wonder why some professionals soar to success while others struggle to break through? It’s not just about hard work—it’s about strategy. In this kickoff episode of The Leadership Blueprint Series, we introduce the PIE theory: Performance, Image, and Exposure—the three critical factors that shape your leadership trajectory.

We’ll break down the 60-30-10 rule, showing why performance only accounts for 10%, while image and exposure carry more weight than most realize. This episode offers a high-level overview, setting the foundation before we deep-dive into each piece in future episodes.

If you're ready to rethink what drives career success and leadership growth, hit play and let’s get started.

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Leadership isn’t just about a title—it’s about mindset, skills, and action. If you’ve ever wondered how to step confidently into leadership, this episode is for you! We’re breaking down the essential qualities of a great leader, providing practical strategies to develop those skills, and demonstrating how to overcome common barriers that hold women back.  

Join us as we share insights, real-world examples, and actionable steps to help you embrace your leadership potential. Whether you’re eyeing a promotion, starting a business, or simply want to lead where you are, this conversation will equip you with the tools to take the next step.  

Are you ready to lead with confidence? Let’s dive in!  

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Fearless & Heard: The Power of Psychological Safety for Women

In Episode 15 of Fearless and Heard, the hosts explore the crucial importance of psychological safety in empowering women to lead fearlessly. The episode explores the various ways in which psychological safety can transform workplaces, enabling women to take risks, voice their concerns, and challenge norms without fear of backlash. The hosts provide in-depth discussions, real-life examples, and practical strategies for fostering inclusive leadership, challenging traditional leadership stereotypes, and addressing the confidence gap. Highlighting the role of empathy, active listening, and open dialogue, the episode also features skits that showcase negative and positive examples of psychological safety in action. Ultimately, the hosts emphasize that fearless leadership begins with listening, authenticity, uplift, and addressing the biases that women often face, and creating inclusive spaces where every woman is truly heard. 

SHOW TIMELINE:

00:00 Introduction to Fearless Leadership

00:48 The Importance of Psychological Safety

01:29 Skit: Lack of Psychological Safety

03:11 Discussion: Impact of Psychological Safety

04:46 Personal Experiences and Insights

05:23 Creating Inclusive Leadership

09:00 Addressing Confidence Gaps

21:30 Recognizing Achievements and Overcoming Negativity

24:19 Creating a Culture of Accountability

24:54 Inclusive Leadership Practices

25:17 Mitigating Insider-Outsider Dynamics

25:54 Implementing the Buddy System

26:24 Promoting Peer Mentorship

26:52 Bridging the Virtual Gap

28:05 Encouraging Feedback and Growth

31:59 Strategies for Psychological Safety

32:44 Empathy and Vulnerability in Leadership

33:05 Active Listening and Emotional Intelligence

35:51 Building a Supportive Culture

37:49 Organizational Policies for Safety

38:48 Recognition and Appreciation

39:57 Fun and Engagement in the Workplace

42:33 Skit: A Leader Who Listens

44:19 The Importance of Psychological Safety

49:25 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Authentic leadership extends beyond a job title—it's about influence, authenticity, and the ability to inspire those around you. In this episode, we challenge the traditional notions of leadership and explore how anyone, regardless of position, can step into their power, drive meaningful change, and build strong, collaborative communities. If you’ve ever wondered what makes a great leader or how you can lead without formal authority, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss!

Resources:

https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15738265/women-in-leadership-empowering-change-across-generations-and-cultures

https://www.jkpi.org/women-in-leadership-roles-an-epic-underrepresentation/
https://crrjournals.com/crrms/sites/default/files/CRRMS-2024-0036.pdf

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Artificial Intelligence is transforming workplaces worldwide—but is it helping or hurting the fight for gender equality? In this episode of The Leadership Sisterhood, we dive into: 💡 Key AI terms you need to know 📊 The reality of gender disparity in tech & leadership ⚖️ How AI can amplify bias instead of eliminating it 💪 Solutions to ensure fairness & inclusivity in AI-driven workplaces 📢 Advocacy steps to push for equitable AI policies.

Join us as we unpack the challenges—and opportunities—that AI brings to the workforce, especially for women and marginalized groups. This conversation is one that leaders everywhere need to have! 🚀✨

#AIatWork #LeadershipSisterhood #FutureofWork #TechLeadership #WomenWhoLead #GenderEquality #WomeninTech #AIandBias #EquityInAI #WomenEmpowerment #PodcastLife #PodcastEpisode #CareerGrowth #WomenSupportingWomen #AIConversation

Resources:

https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/03/21/ais-gender-divide-bridging-the-gap-for-women-in-the-workforce/

https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/04/21/closing-the-skills-gap-including-women-in-the-future-of-ai/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemckendrick/2025/04/22/women-make-gains-in-ai-but-roadblocks-remain/

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"Why Doing More Isn’t Working: Healing Burnout from the Inside Out"

In this extended, heartfelt and enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Amber Parks, DVM, DABVP—a veterinarian-turned burnout and stress coach who knows the toll of overachievement firsthand. Dr. Parks shares her personal journey from feeling overwhelmed and stuck in a once-beloved career to reclaiming energy, confidence, and joy. Now, she helps high-achieving professionals worldwide do the same—without quitting their jobs or starting over.

We explore the roots of burnout, imposter syndrome, and how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and a lack of boundaries can drive us to exhaustion—particularly among women. Dr. Parks offers actionable insights for overcoming self-doubt, boosting self-worth, and building a sustainable, fulfilling life that doesn’t demand constant overperformance.

Whether you’re struggling with workplace toxicity, chasing validation through busyness, or simply feeling stuck, this episode will empower you to pause, reflect, and take the first steps toward true healing. Plus, learn about the transformative power of coaching and how it differs from therapy.

Resources:

Email for Dr Parks: ([email protected])

Socials for Dr Parks:

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This week, we dive into the powerful synergy between leadership and motherhood. Join us as we explore the unique skills that motherhood brings to leadership, uncover the challenges women face at this intersection, and discuss the "motherhood penalties" still pervasive in society. Together, we'll delve into strategies for creating supportive environments, transforming societal norms, and uncovering valuable lessons for our listeners.

Don't forget to connect with us on social media or visit our website to share your stories and join the conversation. Let's lead and learn together!

Resources:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2015/05/08/inspiring-mothers-who-motivated-famous-business-leaders/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/za/blog/divergent-minds/202504/the-motherhood-penalty-and-the-fatherhood-competence-gap

https://www.intechopen.com/online-first/1190351

https://hbr.org/2024/07/how-biases-about-motherhood-impact-all-women-at-work

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/divergent-minds/202504/the-motherhood-penalty-and-the-fatherhood-competence-gap

https://www.thehrdigest.com/scaling-the-maternal-wall-bias-implications-of-the-motherhood-penalty/

https://www.sasterling.com/blog-3-1/8-moms-who-made-it-big-stories-of-triumph-and-motherhood

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