About this episode

Three accomplished female leaders share insights on their career journeys and the mindset shifts behind their success in honor of Women’s History Month.

In honor of Women’s History Month, this episode features three very accomplished female leaders — Jennifer Schutz, Lauren Langston, and Melissa Korzun — sharing candid insights on their career journeys, pivotal moments, and the mindset shifts behind their success. The conversation highlights how growth comes not from linear paths, but from embracing opportunity, building confidence, and leading with authenticity. Key Topics Covered How curiosity, adaptability, and unplanned opportunities shape successful careers Why leaning into challenges accelerates growth and opens new doors The role of self-awareness and authenticity in effective leadership The shift from execution to communication, influence, and alignment as you grow How to reframe setbacks as learning opportunities Book Recommendations for Leadership & Career Growth Melissa’s Recommendations Crucial Conversations — Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan & Al Switzler Radical Candor — Kim Scott The Secrets of Six-Figure Women — Barbara Stanny Switch — Chip Heath & Dan Heath Lead with a Story — Paul Smith Jennifer’s Recommendations Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office — Lois P. Frankel Extreme Ownership…

People in this episode

Guests: Lauren Langston, Jennifer Schutz, Melissa Korzun

Topics covered

• Women in Leadership
• Career Growth
• Authenticity in Leadership
• Overcoming Challenges
• Mindset Shifts
• Self-Awareness

Keywords

• leadership
• women's history month
• career journeys
• mindset shifts
• self-awareness
• authenticity
• growth

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Crucial Conversations, Radical Candor, The Secrets of Six-Figure Women, Switch, Lead with a Story, Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office, Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win, How Women Rise, The 48 Laws of Power, Your Brain at Work

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