#198 From Playing Small to Leading Boldly: How ONE Decision Fueled the Confidence + Career Acceleration of Two Senior Managers in STEM

Send us a textDo you ever find yourself replaying conversations in your head after a meeting?Second-guessing your words…shying away from conflict…feeling like something invisible is holding you back from truly fulfilling your leadership potential?Maybe, on top of your demanding role, you’re balancing everything else raising children, caring for aging parents, trying to prioritise your health, or even, like one of today’s guests, navigating a life-changing medical challenge.Want to Lead with More Confidence and Live with More Balance? Discover 3SIXTY leaders ClubPodcast Details: In this weeks' episode of the 360 LeadHERship Podcast, I’m joined by two phenomenal 3SIXTY Leaders Club members, Avril Whitty and Danielle Buggel who share their raw, honest journeys from self-doubt and overthinking to confident, strategic leadership. Their stories prove that you can thrive in senior leadership and make time for the moments that matter most without burning out or losing yourself in the process.Their journeys are proof that you can rise to the top without burning out or sacrificing your personal life. When you invest in yourself and surround yourself with the right support, you unlock the clarity, confidence, and calm you need to lead with impact and still have the time and energy to enjoy your life.Tune in to discover:The powerful mindset shifts Avril and Danielle made to create more space, balance, and joy in their day-to-day lives.The role 3SIXTY Leaders Club played in accelerating their confidence, clarity, and career progressionWhy visibility is key to building executive presence (and how to start showing up more powerfully).How to embrace fear, take action before you feel “ready,” and use group coaching to fast-track your results.What it really takes to overcome reservations about investing in yourself and why it’s the smartest move you’ll ever make.Recommended Next Steps👉 Connect with Avril Whitty on LinkedIn👉 Connect with Danielle Buggel on LinkedIn👉 Discover more about The 360 LeadHERship Podcast👉 Want to Lead with More Confidence and Live with More Balance? Discover 3SIXTY Leaders ClubEnjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women - just like you - move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textIsn’t it time you played a bigger game in your career?Too many brilliant women in leadership are showing up as a diluted version of themselves masking their true brilliance, overthinking every move, and second-guessing their voice in the boardroom.But what if you could drop the mask, step into authentic, confident leadership, and still have time for the moments that matter most?Want to Lead with More Confidence and Live with More Balance? Discover 3SIXTY leaders ClubPodcast Details: In this week's episode of the 360 LeadHERship Podcast, I sat down with two incredible 3SIXTY Leaders Club members, Sandra and Marie, who have done exactly that.They share how they went from self-doubt and hesitation to promotions, stronger executive presence, and perhaps most importantly more time and energy to live life on their own terms.Tune in to discover:Goal setting strategies that helped them shift from reactive to strategic leadershipHow they built unstoppable executive presence without changing who they areMindset shifts that helped them speak up with authority and influence in senior leadership meetingsThe ripple effect of leadership growth on work-life balanceWhy being part of a like-minded community accelerates confidence, clarity, and career progression for women in leadershipRecommended Next Steps👉 Connect with Sandra Grogan on LinkedIn👉 Connect with Marie Kinsella on LinkedIn👉 Discover more about The 360 LeadHERship Podcast👉 Want to Lead with More Confidence and Live with More Balance? Discover 3SIXTY leaders ClubEnjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women - just like you - move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textAre you waiting for one more win, promotion, or project to finally feel confident enough to go for what you really want?For so many high-achieving women in leadership, confidence feels just out of reach like it lives on the other side of success. But what if that thinking is keeping you stuck?Want to Build Unshakable Self-Belief? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club and be the first to know when doors open again. You’ll get early access, behind-the-scenes updates, and priority application review.Podcast Details: In this final episode of this powerful five-part mini-series, I revealed the fifth mistake so many women in senior leadership make: believing that confidence is something you earn, not something you choose.This mindset mistake is more common than you think and it could be costing you time, energy, and the self-belief you need to move to the next level with ease and conviction.Tune in to Discover:How to stop outsourcing your worth to external validationSubtle signs you’re stuck in a “success-chasing loop” (even if you're thriving on paper)A powerful client story that proves what happens when you stop waiting and start owning your voiceActionable mindset shifts to help you build executive presence and influence from the inside outHow goal setting strategies that prioritise who you are, not just what you do, create deeper work-life balanceRecommended Next Steps👉 Want to Build Unshakable Self-Belief? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club and be the first to know when doors open again. You’ll get early access, behind-the-scenes updates, and priority application review.Enjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women -- just like you -- move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textAre you carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders because you think asking for support is a sign of weakness?For many ambitious women in senior leadership, independence is a badge of honour. You’re capable, competent, and proud of your ability to figure things out on your own.But behind closed doors, it’s exhausting.Ready to Feel Fully Supported in Leadership and Life? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club, the premier coaching experience for ambitious women in senior corporate roles. You’ll get early access to the next cohort, behind-the-scenes insights, and priority on applications.Podcast Details: In today’s episode of the 360 LeadHERship Podcast mini series, I revealed the fourth hidden mistake so many high-achieving women make: trying to do it all alone.From perfectionism to people-pleasing to the pressure to “prove” you deserve your seat at the table, this episode will help you shift into a new leadership paradigm, one where being supported is a strength, not a flaw.It’s time to release the pressure of needing to have it all figured out.Because strong women leaders don’t go it alone, they build powerful ecosystems that hold them while they rise.Tune in to Discover:Why women in leadership often feel isolated especially in male-dominated spacesThe hidden impact of “lone wolf leadership” on your confidence, clarity, and work-life balanceA powerful reframe that will change how you view asking for help and building your support systemWhy executive presence isn’t about doing it all, but knowing when (and how) to delegate and receiveHow building a strategic support system can fast-track your goal setting strategies and personal wellbeingRecommended Next Steps👉 Ready to Feel Fully Supported in Leadership and Life? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club, the premier coaching experience for ambitious women in senior corporate roles. You’ll get early access to the next cohort, behind-the-scenes insights, and priority on applications.Enjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women -- just like you -- move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textAre you waiting for things to calm down before you prioritise yourself?Be honest. How many times have you said, “I’ll do that when work eases up…” but that quieter season never actually comes?Ready to Stop Putting Yourself Last? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club and be first in line when doors open again. You’ll get early access to apply and behind-the-scenes updates so you don’t miss your chance to lead with more balance, presence, and purpose.Podcast Details: In this episode of the 360 LeadHERship podcast, I uncovered mistake number 3 of 5 on the most common and costly habits high-achieving women leaders make.And this one? It’s personal. Because putting yourself last is a mindset pattern that runs deep and it’s holding brilliant women like you back from creating true work-life balance, executive presence, and lasting leadership impact.Tune in to Discover:How the “timing trap” keeps women in leadership roles feeling stuck and overwhelmedWhy waiting until “things settle down” is sabotaging your goals and wellbeingThe deeper mindset shifts behind women leaders who say yes to themselves before they feel readyPractical goal-setting strategies to help you protect your time, energy, and developmentThe truth about high-achieving conditioning and how to rewrite it for long-term successRecommended Next Steps👉 Ready to Stop Putting Yourself Last? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club and be first in line when doors open again. You’ll get early access to apply and behind-the-scenes updates so you don’t miss your chance to lead with more balance, presence, and purpose.Enjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women -- just like you -- move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textDo you feel like your value is tied to how much you do?If your to-do list feels like it’s never-ending…If you find it hard to rest without guilt…Or if you're secretly afraid that slowing down might make people think you’re not committed…This episode is for you.Want to step off the hamster wheel and into strategic, confident leadership? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club and be the first to know when doors open.Podcast Details: In part two of this powerful five-part mini-series of the 360 LeadHERship podcast, I talked about the second mistake she sees even the most senior women in leadership making: equating busyness with value.This is more than just being organised or efficient. It's a deep, often subconscious pattern that stems from how we were conditioned: to overachieve, to seek gold stars, and to prove ourselves through relentless doing. But at senior levels, this pattern doesn’t elevate you; it erodes your executive presence, energy, and influence.Tune in to Discover:The hidden mindset trap keeping high-achieving women stuck on the hamster wheelHow over-functioning is silently impacting your confidence, relationships, and resultsA powerful reframe to shift from busy leader to strategic leaderReal-life stories of women who broke the cycle and stepped into confident, calm leadershipPractical mindset shifts and goal setting strategies you can implement todayRecommended Next Steps👉 Want to step off the hamster wheel and into strategic, confident leadership? Join the waitlist for 3SIXTY Leaders Club and be the first to know when doors open.Enjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women -- just like you -- move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textIs your success secretly sabotaging what matters most?If you’re constantly putting work first checking emails in the school car park, cancelling plans with your partner, or feeling too overwhelmed to take a proper break, this episode is your wake-up call.Ready to step into a new level of leadership (without burning out)? Join the 3SIXTY Leaders Club waitlist now to be the first to know when doors reopen.Podcast Details: In this powerful new 5-part mini-series of the 360 LeadHERship podcast, I dive deep into the five silent success traps high-achieving women in leadership keep falling into and how to finally break free. I share my own vulnerable story about how over-functioning almost cost me my marriage and mental wellbeing despite being at the top of her game.You'll walk away with powerful mindset shifts and leadership strategies that will help you protect your most important relationships while advancing in your career.Because let’s face it: What’s the point of achieving everything…if it costs you everything?Tune in to Discover:The hidden cost of constantly putting work above your health, family, and personal needsSigns you're over-functioning and how to catch it before burnout hitsWhy boundaries are the real key to work-life balance for women in leadershipThe 1% mindset shift that can help you start reclaiming your time and energyA real-life example from a 3SIXTY Leaders Club client who went from overwhelmed to award-nominated in just 4 monthsRecommended Next Steps👉 Ready to step into a new level of leadership (without burning out)? Join the 3SIXTY Leaders Club waitlist now to be the first to know when doors reopen.Enjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women -- just like you -- move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textFeel like cooking is just another item on your endless to-do list?Between the school runs, the Zoom calls, and your never-ending inbox, the idea of cooking from scratch can feel totally overwhelming even though you know it would make your life healthier, easier, and less reliant on takeaways.Podcast Details: In this episode of the 360 LeadHERship Podcast, I am joined by home cook, author, and Instagram sensation Sarah Butler, whose warm, no-fuss approach to food is inspiring thousands of busy women to embrace home cooking not as another chore, but as a simple, nourishing act of self-care and family connection.This isn’t about perfection or fancy ingredients. It’s about getting back to basics, using what you already have, and building sustainable habits even with a demanding leadership role.If you're ready to feel more in control of your food (and your fridge), this episode is packed with practical tips, time-saving strategies, and mindset shifts that will change how you think about cooking forever.Tune in to discover:Time-saving batch cooking hacks you can start using this weekRealistic school lunch ideas that take the stress out of weekday morningsThe Importance of Home-Cooked Food for HealthNavigating Food Choices and CriticismEncouraging Family Engagement in Home CookingRecommended Next Steps👉 Visit Sarah Butler’s website👉 Discover more about The 360 LeadHERship Podcast👉 Want to Lead with More Confidence and Live with More Balance? Discover 3SIXTY leaders ClubEnjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women - just like you - move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!

Send us a textIs your burnout hiding in plain sight?You’re still getting things done. You’re showing up to meetings, hitting your goals, and doing “all the right things.” But underneath it all… you’re exhausted. Maybe you’re more irritable than usual. Maybe you’re waking up at 3am thinking about work. Or maybe you’re just going through the motions, ticking the boxes and wondering why it all feels so flat.Feeling stretched too thin? Download The Ultimate Guide to Real Work-Life Balance for Women in Senior Leadership, a step-by-step guide to help you reclaim your time, energy, and clarity.Love this kind of content? Join over 3,000 women in leadership who subscribe to Lucy’s 360 LeadHERship Newsletter to get free weekly leadership strategies and offers that turn invisible doers into respected leaders. Learn the insider tactics to command respect, influence decisions, and create the impact you know you're capable of, all without sacrificing your sanity or your weekends. Subscribe now!Podcast Details: In this episode of The 360 LeadHERship Podcast, I talk about the quiet kind of burnout that high-achieving women leaders often miss until it’s already affecting their energy, executive presence, and ability to lead strategically.Burnout doesn’t always look like collapse. It can look like over-functioning. Like perfectionism. Like pushing through, but at a cost.Whether you're a Director, VP, or senior leader trying to juggle it all, this episode will help you press pause, reset your perspective, and start showing up for yourself again before burnout takes hold.Because the truth is, you don’t have to choose between a high-impact leadership role and a life you love. You get to have both.Tune in to Discover:The three quiet red flags that signal burnout (that most women leaders ignore)How your nervous system and mindset impact your leadership energy and clarityWhat burnout looks like for high-achievers (hint: it’s not what you think)How to lead with confidence and clarity without overworkingWhy mindset shifts are the missing piece when it comes to work-life balanceRecommended Next Steps👉 Feeling stretched too thin? Download The Ultimate Guide to Real Work-Life Balance for Women in Senior Leadership, a step-by-step guide to help you reclaim your time, energy, and clarity.👉 Love this kind of content? Join over 3,000 women in leadership who subscribe to Lucy’s 360 LeadHERship Newsletter to get free weekly leadership strategies and offers that turn invisible doers into respected leaders. Learn the insider tactics to command respect, influence decisions, and create the impact you know you're capable of, all without sacrificing your sanity or your weekends. Subscribe now!Enjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women -- just like you -- move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to l

Send us a textAre you leading… or are you still stuck doing?If you’re a high-achieving woman in senior leadership, chances are you didn’t get there by sitting on the sidelines. You’re the one people depend on. You deliver. You get sh*t done. But what happens when that brilliant reputation keeps you trapped in doing, rather than leading?Struggling with self-doubt, even though you know you're capable? Grab my free 5-step guide to overcome imposter syndrome and lead with unshakable confidence.Podcast Details: In this week’s episode of The 360 LeadHERship Podcast, I get real about one of the most common patterns I see with brilliant, capable women in top roles: getting stuck in execution mode, despite having a team and a title that should be freeing you up to lead strategically.And here’s the truth bomb… it’s not about time. It’s not about resources.This one hits deep and it’s exactly the mindset reset you didn’t know you needed.Tune in to Discover:Why even the smartest women in leadership get trapped in executionThe deeper mindset patterns that keep you spinning your wheels3 powerful shifts to help you lead with more clarity, confidence, and easeHow to stop chasing external validation and start owning your worthThe secret to reclaiming your executive presence and finding real work-life balanceRecommended Next Steps👉 Struggling with self-doubt, even though you know you're capable? Grab my free 5-step guide to overcome imposter syndrome and lead with unshakable confidence.Enjoyed the episode?Don’t keep it to yourself! Hit follow, leave a review, and tell your friends about the 360 LeadHership PodcastRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Lucy’s podcast, it’s so useful." This helps me support more women -- just like you -- move towards achieving their leadership career goals faster. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!