Leadership Lab: Confidence Skills, Emotional Intelligence, and Career Growth for Women Leaders

Progress Over Perfection: Building Confidence and Authenticity in Your Leadership Journey

18 Sep 2025

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Welcome back to the Leadership Lab podcast! In today’s episode, hosts Jamie McKinney and Vanessa Bower dive deep into the journey of stepping into your power as a leader—especially when it means getting outside your comfort zone. Jamie introduces Vanessa, ADP’s Talent Practice Lead, who candidly shares her transformation from feeling plagued by imposter syndrome to confidently leading presentations on a national stage.Vanessa opens up about the challenges and growth she experienced after taking on a brand new, high-visibility leadership role while navigating a significant time in her personal life. Together, Jamie and Vanessa unpack the importance of finding your authentic voice, seeking mentorship, and building a trusted peer group for support and honest feedback. They discuss why authenticity matters, how to quiet your inner critic, and how being surrounded by people who want to see you succeed can make all the difference.Listeners will walk away with actionable tips—from embracing vulnerability and seeking out mentors, to creating space for experimentation and practicing communication skills in a safe "sandbox." Whether you’re facing a new challenge or looking to strengthen your leadership style, this episode is packed with honest stories and strategies to help you focus on progress over perfection.Tune in for a motivating conversation about courage, authenticity, and the real experiments that shape strong leaders.

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Leadership Lab: Confidence Skills, Emotional Intelligence, and Career Growth for Women Leaders

Progress Over Perfection: Building Confidence and Authenticity in Your Leadership Journey

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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