Exclusive Insights: 100 Honest Stories and Direct Advice from Women in Leadership - Laura Johnson, Author & Founder of Strivin

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📚Women in Leadership: 100 Stories packed with honest and direct advice

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In this week's episode of the Career Confidence Podcast, Georgie sits down with Laura Johnson, founder of Striving and author of the book "Women in Leadership: 100 Stories." Laura shares her inspiring career journey, the accidental path that led her to leadership, and her passion for women's empowerment.

They delve into the importance of community, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the need for flexible work environments to support women, especially mothers, in their careers.

This episode is filled with valuable insights and actionable advice for aspiring female leaders.

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Key Takeaways

Empowering Women in Leadership: Laura Johnson shares invaluable insights on overcoming imposter syndrome and building a supportive community for women leaders.Importance of Flexibility in Work: The conversation highlights the need for flexible work environments to support women, particularly mothers, in their career growth.Networking and Community Building: Learn how fostering strong professional relationships and community connections can significantly impact career success.The Value of Mentoring and Coaching: Understand how mentoring and coaching have played crucial roles in Laura’s career and the careers of many women leaders featured in her book.

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Timestamps

02:05Laura's Career Journey and Accidental Path to Leadership03:32Early Career Moves and Lessons Learned05:50Transition to London and Moving to Sydney10:24Importance of Saying Yes and Career Challenges12:28Empowering Careers Through Striving's Mission14:53Building Community and Leadership Coaching16:58Insights from "Women in Leadership: 100 Stories"18:24Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Community Support20:17Flexible Work Environments and Post-Maternity Challenges23:37Personal Growth and Entrepreneurial Journey26:29Key Lessons from Building a Business29:15Stories of Resilience and Leadership34:35The Power of Networking for Career Success39:57Strategies for Building and Maintaining Professional Networks41:33Fostering Relationships and Peer Connections45:00Where to Find Laura and Her Work

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