Ordinary To Badass

Author: Marie Sonneman

Ordinary to Badass is the podcast for women who are done playing small in rooms not built for them. Hosted by Mariea law enforcement lieutenant turned leadership coach, its where real talk meets real strategy. Hear from badass women in predominantly male industries as they share how they rose, led, and stayed true to who they are. If youve ever felt like the only woman in the room, this show is for you. Lead louder. Lead real. Lead like the badass you already are.
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Genres: Business, Careers

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409 – Staying Calm in the Chaos with Lisa Roberts: How to Lead, Rise, and Rebuild Your Career After a Break
Monday, 24 November, 2025

Think you need to be the loudest person in the room to lead?...Think again....In this episode, tech project leader Lisa Roberts shares what it really looks like to stay grounded, direct, and effective in workplaces where everyone else is losing their cool. From managing multimillion-dollar projects to handling rooms full of yelling executives, Lisa has mastered the art of quiet power — and today, she’s teaching YOU how to do the same.Lisa also opens up about taking a seven-year career break to raise her kids, navigating divorce, and rebuilding her entire career from scratch. Her story is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and stepping back into the arena even when you’re terrified....🔥 How to stay calm when everyone around you is spiraling...💬 The exact phrase Lisa uses to de-escalate high-pressure moments...💡 Why “fake it till you make it” isn’t a weakness — it’s a strategy...✨ How to return to the workforce after a long break (and actually thrive)...💛 The power of women supporting women in predominantly male industriesPlus, I share my Ordinary vs. Badass moment of the week — including why sliding into DMs has surprisingly brought me JOY — and a behind-the-scenes story about how a random night of Three Dog Night VIP access became a metaphor for the kind of leadership access women deserve at work.You’ve ever questioned your confidence in a male-heavy environmentYou’re craving strategies for difficult conversationsYou're coming back after a career breakYou’re ready to step into leadership without pretending to be someone you’re notDM me “waitlist” on Instagram (@ordinarytobadass) to get early access to my course:How to Get the Promotion You Deserve — and Thrive as a Leader....Early access =✨ 25% off✨ First dibs before the public✨ A VIP-only bonusBecause if you're here… you belong in the VIP section.In this episode, you’ll learn:This episode is for you if:🎟️ Want VIP access to your career?