WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)

In this empowering episode of the WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Maria Doughty, President & CEO of The Chicago Network, to talk about gender equity, leadership growth, and the power of community. From embracing failure to navigating career transitions with confidence, Maria shares real, actionable advice for women who are ready to lead boldly.

Key Takeaways:

• Use your voice—it’s your most powerful leadership tool.
• Embrace failure—it’s not weakness, it’s growth.
• Celebrate your wins, track your achievements, and advocate for YOU.

Want to deepen your leadership journey?

You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally.

Explore now: www.wilempowered.com

Have you ever spotted a gap in the market and thought, “Should I go for it?”

In this inspiring episode of the WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley chats with Jill Biren, co-founder of JB Skrub, a skincare brand designed specifically for tween and teen boys. Jill shares her journey from media executive to purpose-driven entrepreneur, revealing the challenges, lessons, and victories that came with launching a product in a completely untapped market.

Key Takeaways:

• Creating what’s missing can lead to a powerful impact.
• Listening to your market is your greatest growth tool.
• Support networks and resilience fuel entrepreneurial success.

Special Offer!

Jill is offering our listeners 20% off your first JB Skrub purchase with code WILTALK20 — valid through April 30, 2025!

Want to deepen your leadership journey?

You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally.

Explore now: www.wilempowered.com

Are you chasing success, but neglecting your inner peace? 

In this soul-nourishing episode of the WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Sukaiyna Gokal, founder of Garden of Ayden, to explore the power of self-discovery, mental well-being, and trusting the universe’s plan.

Key Topics:

✔ Self-reflection is a catalyst for growth and grace.

✔ Emotional intelligence is essential to leadership.

✔ True luxury is nurturing your inner world.

Don’t miss Sukaiyna’s upcoming book, The Human Touch, launching April 9, 2025—a transformative guide to inner peace and global unity through gentle self-enquiry and deep reflection.

Want to deepen your leadership journey?

You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally.

Explore now: www.wilempowered.com

What if your comfort is costing someone else their voice?

In this eye-opening episode of the WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Gabriela Alcalde, CEO of the Sewall Foundation and author of What Your Comfort Cost Us. Together, they explore the hidden cost of white comfort in the workplace, the shared challenges faced by women of colour, and how empathy, curiosity, and storytelling can drive real change in leadership and corporate culture.

Key Takeaways:

✔ Workplace culture reflects what leadership values—it's never neutral.

✔ Curiosity and empathy are essential to understanding lived experiences.

✔ Productive discomfort creates space for learning and transformation.

Want to know how you show up as a leader? Take our FREE Leadership Quiz for insights and exclusive goodies!

🔗 Take the quiz now! https://www.wilempowered.com/assessment

In this powerful episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Natalie Cramp, partner at JMAN Group and chair of Women's Health at Women in Data, to unpack the transformative role of data and AI in shaping the future of women’s health.

Natalie shares her journey from problem-solver to data advocate, revealing how data gaps, biases, and organizational resistance are holding back critical progress in healthcare, especially for women. 

💡 Key Takeaways for Women in Business & Healthcare:

✔ Resistance to data is often rooted in fear, education, and community help shift the mindset.

✔ Self-advocacy and personal health tracking empower better outcomes.

✔ Organizations must embrace proactive data use and create space for open health conversations.

Want to know how you show up as a leader? Take our FREE Leadership Quiz for insights and exclusive goodies!

🔗 Take the quiz now! https://www.wilempowered.com/assessment

Can remote work and AI transform the future of business? In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Brianna Carney, co-founder of Crew Bloom and Betty AI, to explore the power of global recruitment, AI-driven innovation, and the evolving landscape of leadership in remote work.

Key Takeaways for Women in Business & Leadership:

✔ Happy employees = better results—a strong workplace culture is key.

✔ Bootstrapping a business teaches invaluable lessons without investor pressure.

✔ Diversity in recruitment leads to stronger, more successful businesses.

✔ Testing your ideas in the market is essential for entrepreneurial success

Want to know how you show up as a leader? Take our FREE Leadership Quiz for insights and exclusive goodies!

🔗 Take the quiz now! https://www.wilempowered.com/assessment

What if your passion could fuel a thriving business? In this episode of WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Kimmy K Powell, entrepreneur, author, and investor, to discuss how she built Woodhouse Spa, mastered marketing strategies, and turned purpose into profit.

Key Takeaways:

✔ Align your business with your passion for long-term success.

✔ Change is an opportunity, embrace it and pivot when needed.

✔ Angel investing isn’t just for the wealthy, start small, think big.

Want to elevate your leadership skills? Visit www.wilempowered.com and take our FREE Leadership Quiz for insights and exclusive resources!

In this empowering episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Carolyn Pritchard & Lorie Spence, co-founders of Bridge Medical Communications. Together, they unveil the game-changing ways they’re transforming healthcare communications to improve patient care and empower women’s health.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ The biggest challenges women face in healthcare & leadership

✅ How effective communication can save lives 

✅ The power of mentorship and why women must lift each other up

✅ The mission behind the Women’s Health Summit – and why you need to know about it!

If you’d like to join Carolyn and Lorie at the 1st Annual Women’s Health Summit on March 1, 2025, at TIFF Lightbox, Toronto, this is your chance! The event will bring together top medical experts to tackle key issues in women’s health, from menopause to cardiovascular care. Don’t miss it! 🔗 Register Here

Curious about your leadership? Visit our Women in Leadership Empowered website and take our free leadership quiz. It'll give you some great insight into how you're showing up in the world as a leader! https://www.wilempowered.com/quiz/

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, Vicki Bradley sits down with Danaya Wilson, co-founder and CEO of BetterCertify, to discuss breaking barriers in male-dominated industries, redefining leadership, and the launch of her new book, Change Makers Wanted. Danaya shares her journey, the importance of recognizing caretaking as real work, and how we can create more inclusive workplaces for women.

Key Takeaways:

✔ More women need to be in leadership roles.

✔ Caretaking is an economic task, not a hobby.

✔ Work flexibility leads to happier, more productive teams.

✔ Leadership isn’t about gender—it’s about impact.

Want to know how you show up as a leader? Take our FREE Leadership Quiz for insights and exclusive goodies!

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In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Angela Gill Nelms, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and motivational speaker. As the CEO of The AGN Group, Angela has built and scaled companies with a focus on global corporate culture, strategic growth, and resilience. Angela opens up about her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful business leader and single mother. She shares how conflict, resilience, and authenticity have shaped her leadership style and career in healthcare technology.

Key Takeaways:

1. Conflict isn’t a setback—it’s a tool for growth and stronger teams

2. Authenticity and self-belief are key to leadership success

3. Balancing career and motherhood requires resilience and adaptability

4. Service and impact should be at the heart of leadership

🚀 Ready to level up your leadership journey? Join us for our upcoming event where we’ll unpack powerful strategies to elevate your career with confidence! 

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