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Episode Synopsis
Have you ever wondered why so many capable, talented women find themselves stuck in mid-level roles, even after following every piece of conventional career advice? Today’s episode is one you absolutely cannot miss. I’m thrilled to be joined by the incredible Susan Colantuono — an internationally renowned speaker, TED Talk sensation, and founder of Be Business Savvy. Her TED Talk, “The Career Advice You Probably Didn’t Get,” has been watched over 4.5 million times, changing perspectives for women around the world.
In this powerful conversation, Susan and I dive into what she calls the “Missing 33%” — a critical ingredient for career success that no one tells women about. It’s the skill set that goes beyond confidence, networking, and personal branding, and it’s what women need to stand out and soar in their careers. Susan breaks down business, financial, and strategic acumen, revealing why these skills are key to breaking through the glass ceiling.
We discuss real-life strategies for women to move from “I’m getting nowhere” to “I’m well on my way.” If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels or like there’s something missing from your advancement strategy, this episode will be a game-changer.
Tune in to discover:
Why traditional advice isn’t enough to get women into senior leadership.
The missing skills that can help you finally break through to top leadership roles.
Practical steps to develop a leadership brand that positions you as a top candidate.
If you’re ready to stop spinning and start soaring, join us for an unforgettable conversation that could redefine your career path.
Susan Colantuono is an internationally renowned expert on closing the leadership gender gap, an author, speaker and mentor/coach.
She discovered, developed and introduced to the world a definition of leadership and 4 keys that have transformed women’s leadership development and initiatives to close the leadership gender gap.
In 2002, Susan established the Women’s Institute for Leadership at Bryant University and presented Leadership Mastery programs for women until 2010. In 2004, she founded Leading Women on a B2C model. In 2015 it shifted strategy delivering unique leadership development programs for women and gender dynamics programs for managers at global clients including Verizon, DHL, onSemi, Nokia, Amgen, Campbells and many others across a range of industries.
In 2019, with a goal of spreading her actionable insights to women around the world without access to leadership development resources, she and Michelle Redfern launched the Lead to Soar network- an online global community of ambitious women committed to developing their leadership skills and advancing in their careers.
Susan has published numerous articles on leadership and is the author of two other books. Her cutting edge insights have been featured in Time, AdAge, CNBC, Forbes, CBS, Duke University’s Dialogue magazine, numerous podcasts and other media outlets. An in-demand speaker, Susan has spoken to business audiences from every continent.
Follow Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susancolantuono/
Visit her website: https://www.bebusinesssavvy.com/
Listen to her TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_colantuono_the_career_advice_you_probably_didn_t_get?subtitle=en
In this powerful conversation, Susan and I dive into what she calls the “Missing 33%” — a critical ingredient for career success that no one tells women about. It’s the skill set that goes beyond confidence, networking, and personal branding, and it’s what women need to stand out and soar in their careers. Susan breaks down business, financial, and strategic acumen, revealing why these skills are key to breaking through the glass ceiling.
We discuss real-life strategies for women to move from “I’m getting nowhere” to “I’m well on my way.” If you’ve ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels or like there’s something missing from your advancement strategy, this episode will be a game-changer.
Tune in to discover:
Why traditional advice isn’t enough to get women into senior leadership.
The missing skills that can help you finally break through to top leadership roles.
Practical steps to develop a leadership brand that positions you as a top candidate.
If you’re ready to stop spinning and start soaring, join us for an unforgettable conversation that could redefine your career path.
Susan Colantuono is an internationally renowned expert on closing the leadership gender gap, an author, speaker and mentor/coach.
She discovered, developed and introduced to the world a definition of leadership and 4 keys that have transformed women’s leadership development and initiatives to close the leadership gender gap.
In 2002, Susan established the Women’s Institute for Leadership at Bryant University and presented Leadership Mastery programs for women until 2010. In 2004, she founded Leading Women on a B2C model. In 2015 it shifted strategy delivering unique leadership development programs for women and gender dynamics programs for managers at global clients including Verizon, DHL, onSemi, Nokia, Amgen, Campbells and many others across a range of industries.
In 2019, with a goal of spreading her actionable insights to women around the world without access to leadership development resources, she and Michelle Redfern launched the Lead to Soar network- an online global community of ambitious women committed to developing their leadership skills and advancing in their careers.
Susan has published numerous articles on leadership and is the author of two other books. Her cutting edge insights have been featured in Time, AdAge, CNBC, Forbes, CBS, Duke University’s Dialogue magazine, numerous podcasts and other media outlets. An in-demand speaker, Susan has spoken to business audiences from every continent.
Follow Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susancolantuono/
Visit her website: https://www.bebusinesssavvy.com/
Listen to her TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_colantuono_the_career_advice_you_probably_didn_t_get?subtitle=en
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