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Women Who LeadAuthor: Ruth Penfold
This might be the worlds most obvious plot reveal, but its worth saying out loud. Workplaces are still dominated by systems and rules that reward the loudest voice in the room, the longest hours, and the toughest attitudes. As women, were constantly navigating spaces where we feel like we have to prove ourselves, work harder to be taken seriously, and hide the parts of us that dont fit in. Its no surprise that so many of us feel overworked, undervalued, and just plain disconnectedfrom our confidence, our energy, ourselves. Ive spoken to countless women who are tired of feeling stuck in roles that drain them, tired of second-guessing their worth, and tired of shrinking themselves just to make it through another meeting. Theyre ambitious, capable, and full of ideasbut theyre also crushed by a system that wasnt designed for them. Ive built Women Who Lead with one goal in mind: Putting you at the centre. This podcast, the newsletter and our leadership program isnt about forcing you to fit into someone elses mold. Its about reconnecting with who you are, reclaiming your energy, and stepping into your poweron your terms. Because when women lead as their authentic selves, we dont just create better careerswe create better workplaces, better communities, and a better world. Its time to rewrite the rules, starting with yours. Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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409: Building, bootstrapping and becoming with Emily Lincoln Gordon
Thursday, 22 May, 2025
Women Who Lead is more than a podcast—it’s a movement, a mindset, and a space for transformation. It’s a platform for real, raw, and radically honest conversations with women who are redefining leadership on their own terms. Rooted in the belief that true leadership begins within, these Women Who Lead invite us to break free from outdated models of power and success. Through storytelling, coaching, and a soulful newsletter that follows the rhythm of the seasons, it supports women to rise—courageously, unapologetically, and as their whole selves. This is a space for women ready to lead with more self-trust, more softness, and more power. Learn more at https://ourtimetobloom.com. Season 4, Episode 9: Building, bootstrapping and becoming with Emily Lincoln Gordon This week, I’m joined by the brilliant and fiercely honest Emily Lincoln Gordon—former General Counsel turned COO, board director, executive coach, and founder ofTable Eight. Emily has spent over a decade building and running founder-led, high-growth startups—leading across legal, ops, people, talent, finance, and even product. She’s scaled what needed scaling, stepped into what needed shaping, and grown alongside every challenge. Now, she works with senior leaders as an executive coach, helping them do the same. She partners with VCs to deliver operations-focused founder bootcamps. Through Table Eight, she’s built a private network for outspoken women in senior leadership. And through it all, she brings radical clarity, real talk, and a fierce commitment to growth that doesn’t come at the cost of self. To stay updated on future episodes, make sure you subscribe on your favourite podcast platform. I’d love to hear what resonates—so feel free to leave a review or reach out on social media. And if this episode moved you, inspired you, or made you feel seen, please consider sharing it with someone else who might need to hear it. Timestamps: 01:31 | What does it mean to you to be ‘in Bloom’ in work and life? 02:59 | How did you create and maintain confidence and authenticity in environments where those traits might be tested? 07:34 | What’s your relationship like with your feminine energy? How do you balance masculine and feminine energies in leadership? 10:34 | What advice would you give to women on building confidence and asking for what they deserve? 13:36 | Which season of your career shaped you the most, and how did it impact you? 18:26 | What challenges did you face as a woman in the male-dominated world of work, and how did you navigate them? 27:53 | What are your top strategies for preventing burnout while staying driven? Resources mentioned: Table Eight The Run Club Emily on LinkedIn Just the right amount, actually – SubstackEmail Emily at emily@tableeight.io or DM her on LinkedIn.
