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When Every Eye Is on You: The Hidden Pressure Women in Trades Carry

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT

If you’ve ever walked into a job site and felt the weight of being the only one, this episode is for you.
In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, we talk about what it really means to show up, stand tall, and stay rooted when you’re working in a male-dominated environment that challenges your worth at every turn.

In this episode, I share stories of women in the trades who’ve proven their skill, leadership, and grit, yet still face judgment, disrespect, and dismissal. But this episode isn’t just about the struggle; it’s about the shift, the moment you stop seeking permission, stop shrinking, and start owning your space unapologetically.
You’ll walk away with real strategies to stay grounded in your confidence:

How to stop defining your worth by others’ opinions
The power of your brag bag, your proof, your receipts, your wins
How to hold your ground, even when it feels uncomfortable

Because when a woman knows her value, she can’t be shaken.

Her confidence isn’t rented it’s rooted.

Tune in, take a breath, and remember: you don’t have to shrink to survive. You can stand tall and thrive.

Listen now and join the conversation in The Break Room, where women in the trades come to tell the truth, laugh, and lead from a place of power.

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She Stopped Asking for Permission: Women in Tech, Confidence & Building a Purpose-Driven Business

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

What happens when a woman stops waiting for permission and finally trusts herself enough to build the thing she can’t stop thinking about?

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha sits down with Lacey Cadieux-McLean, Founder and CEO of Rhubaia, an eco-conscious fashion brand paired with an AI-powered Virtual Closet designed to help women manage their wardrobes more intentionally while reducing textile waste.

Before launching Rhubaia, Lacey spent more than 15 years leading technology initiatives in male-dominated industries as a certified Project Management Professional. Raised on a ranch in northern Alberta, her connection to nature and sustainability eventually collided with her passion for innovation, technology, and leadership.

This conversation goes far beyond fashion.

Lacey opens up about self-doubt, leadership, entrepreneurship, learning to trust her voice, and what it looks like to take up space in rooms where women are still underrepresented.

Inside this episode, we discuss:

• Women leading in male-dominated industries

• Confidence and self-trust

• Entrepreneurship and innovation

• Sustainable fashion and AI technology

• Taking your seat at the table

• Leadership as a woman in tech

• Turning personal frustration into purpose

• Why women downplay their greatness

• Building a mission-driven company

This episode is for the woman who keeps questioning herself while carrying a vision bigger than what the world expects from her.

Because sometimes the biggest shift happens the moment you stop asking for permission and decide to trust yourself instead.

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What Your Body Might Be Carrying When You Swallow Your Words at Work | With Chanlee Sutoyo

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

What happens when your body starts carrying everything your voice never got to say?

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris sits down with Chanlee Sutoyo, former government trial attorney and creator of Rage on the Page, to talk about emotional suppression, chronic pain, and the healing power of journaling.

For more than a decade, Chanlee lived with unexplained chronic pain. Doctors ran tests. MRIs came back mostly normal. Treatments helped temporarily, but nothing truly solved the problem.

Then she discovered something that changed everything.

Her body wasn’t broken. It was holding years of swallowed words.

Through a journaling practice she calls rage journaling, Chanlee began writing the truth she had been holding inside. Anger. Grief. Disappointment. The promotion she never received. The pressure of working in a high-stakes legal environment.

Within weeks, something shifted.

In this conversation, Samantha and Chanlee explore what happens when women finally give themselves permission to tell the truth — especially women working in male-dominated industries like construction, trades, aviation, and transportation.

Because confidence doesn’t come from pretending everything is fine.

It comes from releasing what you’ve been carrying.

In this episode we talk about:

• Why emotional suppression can show up as physical pain
• What it feels like to work in high-pressure environments where composure is expected every day
• The connection between people-pleasing, perfectionism, and chronic stress
• What “rage journaling” is and how it helps women release suppressed emotions
• How writing the truth can help women reconnect with their voice and confidence
• Why healing is a leadership conversation, not just a wellness one

If you’ve ever swallowed your words at work just to survive the environment, this conversation will resonate with you.

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From Scaredy Cat to Summit: Jennie “AdrenaJen” Milton on Courage, Confidence, and Leading in Male-Dominated Spaces

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

What would you do if fear showed up right when your dream did?

Picture this: you’re standing at the top of a mountain in Alaska. The helicopter that dropped you off is gone, and the slope below looks impossibly steep. There’s no one to follow, no way back, and one voice on the radio says, “Three, two, one… go.”

That was Jennie “AdrenaJen” Milton’s 30th birthday and the moment that changed her life.

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Jennie shares how facing literal mountains taught her what it means to move with fear instead of waiting for it to disappear. We talk about courage, self-trust, and staying grounded in male-dominated environments where women are often expected to shrink, stay quiet, or play it safe.

Jennie’s “Ready. Mindset. Go.” framework helps women build courage step by step turning fear into fuel, adrenaline into courage, and courage into confidence. She reminds us that fear isn’t the enemy; it’s the signal that you’re stepping into something bigger.

If you’ve ever felt underestimated, overlooked, or afraid to take the next leap, this conversation will help you remember what’s already in you: readiness, resilience, and the right to take up space.

Jennie “AdrenaJen” Milton is a world champion snowkiter, Australian Kitesurfing Champion, speaker, and author of Ready Mindset Go. From avalanches in Alaska to the challenge of three brain surgeries, she shares powerful stories that inspire others to move from fear to confidence. Through her talks, books, and retreats, Jennie helps audiences find the courage to take action, build resilience, and live life with bold energy.

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Website: https://adrenajen.com/

Speakersite: https://jenniemilton.com/

Children’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLVCXYS9

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When Confidence Meets Health: Staying Rooted with Dr. Kelly Elmore & Samantha Kaye Harris

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Ever felt like your confidence was being tested just for showing up as yourself in a male-dominated space? You’re not alone and this episode proves it.

Dr. Kelly Elmore, retired Navy Captain, board-certified OBGYN, and CEO of KOE Medical Consulting, joins me to talk about what it really takes to stay rooted when the environment tries to shake you.

After 26 years leading in rooms where few women and even fewer Black women had a seat at the table, Dr. Kelly knows what it means to hold your ground, keep your voice, and protect your peace.

We talk about:
✨ The connection between your confidence and your physical health
✨ How to advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office and at work
✨ Why “portion control” applies to your time, not just your plate
✨ What it means to “never come off your six” and why that mindset changes everything

This episode is for the woman who’s tired of shrinking, tired of proving, and ready to show up rooted in her power.

🎧 Listen now to Rooted in Your Confidence the podcast for women in trades and male-dominated industries who are ready to lead, speak up, and get paid for what they already do.

Dr. Kelly Elmore is a retired Navy Captain, board-certified OBGYN, and the CEO of KOE Medical Consulting and Viva Life SPFME, where she helps women around the world live spiritually, physically, financially, mentally, and emotionally healthy lives.

After serving 26 years in the U.S. Navy often as one of the few women, and even fewer Black women, in leadership Dr. Kelly knows firsthand what it means to lead with confidence in male-dominated spaces. She’s a powerhouse advocate for women’s health, wellness, and self-advocacy, helping women reclaim their power both in the exam room and in their everyday lives.

Her work is about transformation helping women live fully, prioritize themselves without guilt, and take up space unapologetically. Whether she’s leading corporate trainings, hosting the Viva Life SPFME Podcast, or speaking to women’s groups around the world, Dr. Kelly’s message is clear: you were born worthy, and you don’t have to shrink to fit anyone’s idea of success.

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You Are Not Alone: Julia van der Wyk on Confidence in Tech

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT

On this new episode of Rooted In Your Confidence podcast, I had one of those conversations that made me want to bounce in my seat.

My guest, Julia van der Wyk, has spent over 20 years in tech, from fine arts and film photography to web design and digital transformation. As she shared her journey of navigating industry shifts, learning new tools, and building her business from the ground up, I realized something powerful: Julia had been living the exact framework I teach women to build confidence in male-dominated industries long before she even knew it.

We unpack what it means to prepare, root, own, understand, and decide (the PROUD Framework) through the lens of Julia’s real-life experiences, from quitting her full-time job with zero clients to completing a triathlon just to prove she could do hard things, to finally owning her expertise without qualifying her worth.

If you’ve ever second-guessed your voice in a meeting, waited to “feel ready,” or wondered if you belong at the table, this episode will remind you that you already have everything you need.

You’ll hear us talk about:

How curiosity and self-teaching became Julia’s superpower
What it really looks like to root yourself in confidence and stay there
The moment she realized she was giving her clients the same transformation she gave herself
Why preparation doesn’t mean perfection, it means courage in motion

This episode is for every woman who’s ever felt like she had to prove her expertise twice to be heard once. Because the truth is, you’re not waiting for permission anymore. You’re already doing it.

Tune in to hear Julia’s story and discover how you, too, can get rooted in your confidence.

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When Trust Breaks at Work: Betrayal, Validation, and Staying Rooted in Your Confidence

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Sometimes the deepest betrayal doesn’t come from strangers, it comes from colleagues you trusted most.

In this episode, Samantha Kaye Harris unpacks a personal story of broken trust, how it shook her confidence, and why she turned to her Brag Bag™ to stay rooted in her truth.
You’ll learn why betrayal in male-dominated industries isn’t just personal, it’s systemic, and how women can rebuild confidence when trust falls apart.

Inside this episode:

Why friendships and alliances often break down in male-dominated industries.
The hidden cost of looking outside yourself for validation.
The Brag Bag™ stitching and receipts, your self-trust, and proof that keep you grounded.
How to redefine trust and keep showing up, even when others dismiss you.

📊 Quick fact: 30% of women report loneliness at work (vs. 19% of men), and betrayal in male-heavy fields reduces trust not just in one colleague, but in future colleagues too. That’s why building self-trust is non-negotiable.

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Confident—Until I’m Interrupted

Samantha Kaye — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 01:00:00 GMT

What do you do when confidence isn’t enough?

In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris—The Brag Bag™ Strategist—shares the raw truth behind a workshop moment that cracked open a deeper question: Why do confident women still stay silent when interrupted?

You’ll hear the real story of a woman who said, “I’m confident. I know my stuff.” But when she got cut off, she froze—and didn’t speak up again. Samantha unpacks this moment with compassion and clarity, revealing how confidence gets you in the room, but self-trust is what helps you stay rooted and hold the floor.

This episode dives deep into:

Why confidence isn’t always enough in male-dominated industries
How interruptions can trigger old belief systems and silence you
The Brag Bag™ Strategy—and why just having your receipts isn’t the full story
Using the TRUTH Method™ and V.O.I.C.E. Framework™ to reclaim your power
How to recognize when you’re playing it safe versus showing up fully
What it means to speak, stay, and hold the room—without apology

Plus, Samantha shares her personal story of being interrupted at work, how she paused, redirected, and reclaimed her voice without yelling, and how healing old beliefs shifted her power.

🎧 If you’ve ever left a meeting frustrated, knowing you should’ve said something—but didn’t—this episode is your reminder:
You’re not broken. You’re conditioned. And that can be unlearned.

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You Have a Choice: Staying vs. Building Your Own Table in Male-Dominated Industries

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this raw and unfiltered solo episode, I’m opening up about something a lot of women in male-dominated industries wrestle with—but don’t always say out loud:

Do I stay, or do I build my own table?

After 25+ years in a field that’s only 8% women, I’ve got stories.
Like the time a grown man called my house—not my work line—because I gave a directive he didn’t like.

Why?

Because some people want us to feel so uncomfortable that we choose to leave.

But here’s the truth they don’t want you to know:

You have a choice.

You can stay. And staying doesn’t mean shrinking. It means standing in your voice and owning your seat.

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What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
•Real stories of harassment and power dynamics in male-led spaces
•Why discomfort is often the point—and how to respond
•The difference between leaving from fear vs. leaving from power
•How to turn exclusion into emotional resilience
•Why “build your own table” is not the only valid option
•What it means to self-ally and choose your seat intentionally

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🎧 Want to hear what sparked this episode?

My conversation with Tiffany Sims challenged me deeply.
She believes building your own table is the way forward.
And while I respect that, this episode is my response.

👉🏾 Listen to our conversation here: “Your Path Ain’t Mine: Truth-Telling, Table-Building & Standing Up Anyway” https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1796945241

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📩 If this stirred something in you—share it with a woman who needs to hear it.
And if you’re done questioning your worth, and ready to reclaim your power, book your Clarity Consult using the link in the show notes.

You don’t have to leave to be powerful. You can stay—and still shift the room.
Let’s stay rooted in our confidence.

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From Survival to Strength: Breaking Barriers in Male-Dominated Industries

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to Rooted in Your Confidence - the podcast where we have real, empowering conversations with women who are owning their space in male-dominated industries.

Today's conversation is all about strength, resilience, and self-empowerment. I'm sitting down with Elicia Ybarra, martial arts self-defense instructor and founder of Pretty Hands Hard Punches, and let me tell you - her story is going to speak to your spirit.

Elicia's journey started as a 6-year-old obsessed with Ninja Turtles who knew exactly what she wanted: to own her own martial arts studio. But what she encountered along the way was discrimination, manipulation, and abuse disguised as "making her stronger." Her story shows us what happens when the world tries to put us in boxes - and what it takes to punch through them.

We talk about the power of self-defense beyond just physical protection, how to tap into your confidence when the world tries to shake it, and what it means to take up space unapologetically. This is a conversation about standing firm in who you are, because confidence isn't just about how others see you - it's about how you see yourself.

Elicia shares how she learned to set boundaries, recognize red flags, and create her "ideal version" of herself. Her mission to empower 1 million women through self-defense is about so much more than physical techniques - it's about helping women recognize they are worth defending.

If you've ever felt like you had to choose between being strong and being accepted, or if you've stayed in situations hoping they'd change, this conversation is for you. It's about building your own table when you're not welcome at theirs.

Connect with Elicia at @PrettyHandsHardPunches on all social media or visit www.prettyhandshardpunches.com

Remember, confidence isn't something you chase - it's already rooted within you. Keep showing up in your truth.

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Rooted and Unshaken, Part 2: What Happens When No One Stands Up for You

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:00:00 GMT

In this second part of our Self-Allyship Series, I’m taking you inside a moment that caught me off guard—when a woman in the audience pushed back against what I teach. She challenged the idea that we should be our first and strongest allies.

She believed that external allyship—especially from men in power—was the key to her success.
And honestly? I didn’t argue with her.
Because I’ve been her.
Many of us have.

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, we’re talking about:

Why women in male-dominated industries are conditioned to seek safety through approval
The emotional weight of waiting to be chosen, backed, or spoken up for
How we shrink, freeze, or perform just to feel safe in rooms not built for us
What it looks like to shift back into your power—and stand firm in your own truth

You’ll also learn:

Where the idea of needing permission comes from (and how it lives in our nervous systems)
Why self-allyship isn’t about rejecting help—but about no longer depending on it
How to stop defending systems that were never built with your voice in mind

This one is deep. Emotional. Liberating.
And it’s for any woman who’s ever wondered, “Why am I still waiting for someone to choose me?”

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🔥 Breaking Barriers in Tech: How to Advocate for Yourself & Get Promoted 🔥

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Are you feeling stuck in your role, undervalued, or unsure how to move forward in a male-dominated industry? You’re not alone, sis! In this powerful episode of Rooted In Your Confidence, host Samantha Kaye Harris sits down with Tabatha Jones, a career strategist and leader in the tech and telecom industry, to uncover how women can take control of their careers, advocate for themselves, and step into leadership roles with confidence.

💡 Inside this episode, you'll learn:
✅ How Tabatha went from 10 years in one role to earning 4 promotions in a decade
✅ Why women often shrink in meetings and how to own your voice without fear
✅ How to recognize your unique value and make sure the right people see it
✅ Practical strategies for navigating workplace challenges like mansplaining and interruptions
✅ Why collaboration, not competition, is the key for women rising in male-dominated industries

💬 “It’s time to stop playing small and start showing up for YOU.” – Tabatha Jones

📖 Plus, Tabatha shares insights from her book, Promotion Ready in Three Months, a must-read guide for women ready to take control of their careers and stop waiting for permission to lead.

🎧 Listen now and take the driver's seat in your career!

📌 Connect with Tabatha Jones:

linkedin.com/in/tabatha-jones-4485854

Websites

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Email: tabatha@empowered-leader.com

📖 Book: Promotion Ready in Three Months – Available on Amazon

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Speak Up, Stand Tall, Claim Your Confidence

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Sis, have you ever found yourself sitting in a room full of men, questioning your expertise, holding back when you KNOW you should be speaking up? Have you ever asked yourself, Why do I keep doubting myself when I KNOW I belong here?

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, we’re getting real about the conditioning, unspoken rules, and traditions that keep us second-guessing ourselves in male-dominated spaces. We’re breaking them down and—more importantly—we’re unlearning them.

🔹 Why we hesitate to speak up—even when we’re the most qualified in the room
🔹 The historical and cultural conditioning that still impacts how we show up today
🔹 How to recognize and rewrite the stories we’ve been told about our place in these spaces
🔹 Practical steps to step into your confidence and own your expertise

It’s time to move through these spaces like you belong—because you DO. No more shrinking, no more waiting for permission. You earned this, and today, we’re getting into what it means to be stronger and more YOU.

If this episode spoke to you, share it with another woman who needs to hear this. And if you haven’t already, subscribe—you don’t want to miss what’s coming next.

Stay confident. Stay grounded. Stay rooted. 💪🏽✨

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Reclaiming Your Voice: How to Stop the Mansplaining & Speak Up with Confidence

Samantha Kaye — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Have you ever been interrupted, spoken over, or had your ideas hijacked in a meeting? If you’ve worked in a male-dominated industry, you’ve probably experienced this more times than you can count. And let’s be real—it’s frustrating, exhausting, and at times, downright infuriating.

In this episode of Rooted In Your Confidence, I share my own experiences of shrinking back, questioning myself, and letting others take the floor. But more importantly, I walk you through the exact framework I developed to pause, reclaim, and affirm your voice in these moments.

Why do we allow interruptions, and how can we shift that dynamic?
How can we confidently pause the conversation and reclaim the floor?
What steps can we take to train ourselves to speak up without fear?

If you're tired of staying quiet and ready to own your power, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how you can start making small, bold moves toward being heard, seen, and respected at work.

📩 Let me know your thoughts—email me (in the show notes) and tell me: What’s one thing you can do today to stop the interruptions?

🎧 Listen in, Sis—we’re standing taller and stepping into our confidence together. 💪🏽

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Redefining Leadership, Confidence & Self-Love with Suhaiba Neill

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I sit down with author and leadership coach Suhaiba Neill to talk about what it really means to lead like a girl. Suhaiba shares her personal journey navigating male-dominated spaces, from the basketball court to the boardroom and how she transformed her challenges into powerful leadership lessons for women on the rise.

We talk about authenticity, confidence, boundaries, and what it means to truly be enough in spaces that weren’t designed for us.

Don’t miss this empowering conversation. Listen now and get inspired to own your voice, trust your gut, and take your seat at the table fully and unapologetically YOU.

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Seen as the Doer, Not the Leader? Let’s Talk Leadership Identity

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, we dig into leadership identity, systemic blind spots, and why many organizations are failing to develop leaders beyond technical skill.

I’m joined by leadership strategist Shayna Davis to talk about what companies often miss when it comes to trust, visibility, and development — especially for women navigating environments where they are the only one or one of a few.

We explore:

• Why being labeled the “doer” keeps women from being seen as strategists
• The leadership identity gap most companies ignore
• How outdated training models fail both employees and organizations
• Why companies must rethink leadership development if they want to retain top talent
• What systemic shifts are required for real growth

And I’m clear about this: women are not falling short because they lack preparation. Many are overqualified, over-prepared, and still overlooked. Leadership development must evolve not just at the individual level, but at the organizational level.

This conversation echoes the message in my book, Your Truth Changes Everything that confidence disruption doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens in environments that were never designed with us in mind. And when we understand both the system and ourselves, we move differently.

If you care about self-trust, visibility, and how systems shape opportunity, this episode will expand your perspective.

Because being rooted in your confidence doesn’t mean doing more.
It means understanding where you stand and where the system must shift.

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What happens when your confidence gets shaken… and you try to buy it back?

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris sits down with financial strategist Shannon Brome-Ward to talk about the powerful connection between confidence, money, and the environments women work in.

Many women working in high-pressure or male-dominated workplaces are making good money, yet still feel uncertain about speaking up, negotiating, or making financial decisions. When confidence gets disrupted at work, it often shows up in our finances too.

Samantha and Shannon explore how women can begin shifting that pattern by becoming more intentional with their money and building financial security that supports their confidence.

In this conversation, they discuss:

• Why relying on one paycheck can make women feel stuck
• How financial knowledge can strengthen confidence
• Why women often hesitate to negotiate their compensation
• The importance of creating an exit strategy even if you plan to stay
• How learning to invest and build assets creates options and freedom

Shannon also shares a powerful story about coaching a woman through a salary negotiation that led to a $1 million compensation package, showing how preparation and confidence can change the outcome.

This episode is a reminder that confidence doesn’t come from external approval. Sometimes it grows from the stability and knowledge we build for ourselves.

When women understand their money and their options, they show up differently.

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Stop Shrinking: Own Your Confidence and Show Up Boldly

Samantha Kaye — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 02:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Samantha Kaye Harris reminds women that they no longer need to twist, shrink, or hide to fit into male-dominated spaces. She encourages listeners to embrace their full confidence, be seen and heard, and take actionable steps toward showing up boldly in their careers and lives.

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Why Calling Women “Relevant” Is a Warning Sign Not a Compliment

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Women in male dominated trades are being labeled “relevant” instead of being recognized as skilled and that mindset is silently destroying retention, culture, and careers.

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris breaks down a phrase she has heard for years on job sites:
“She’s just trying to be relevant.”

What do men really mean when they say that about women in trades?
Why does competence feel like a threat instead of an asset?
And how does this quiet power struggle cost companies their strongest workers?

Samantha unpacks:

How “relevant” becomes code for power, not performance
Why women are misread for preparing, leading, and speaking up
How HR and leadership unintentionally contribute to retention loss
Why nearly 40 percent of women leave construction within five years
And how self allyship becomes the root of staying grounded and visible without shrinking

She also shares her personal experiences of being labeled “too much,” “difficult,” and “showing off” simply for doing her job well and how she stopped shaping herself to make others comfortable.

This episode is for:

Women in trades who feel misunderstood
Leaders who care about retention
HR professionals who want to close the culture gap
And anyone ready to stop calling women “relevant” and start respecting their leadership

You’re not trying to be relevant. You already are.

🎧 Listen now and stay rooted in your confidence.

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Rooted in Your Confidence: Speaking Up with Clarity & Courage with Nicole McCain

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT

What do you do when you’re scared to speak up, unsure of what to say, and worried about how you’ll be received, especially in a male‑dominated space?

In this episode, I’m joined by Nicole McCain, AI marketing strategist, corporate leader turned entrepreneur, and advocate for women finding their voice in rooms that weren’t built for them.

This conversation was sparked by a real‑life moment inside my accountability group, where a woman was struggling to speak up at work. Nicole didn’t just offer encouragement, she gave her language. Clear, calm, confident words that shifted the energy instantly.

Together, Nicole and I dig into:

How to advocate for yourself in performance reviews and high‑stakes conversations
Ways to reframe your value so you can walk into any room knowing you belong
The importance of using “I” language when claiming your wins
Why your Brag Bag™ is essential for building confidence, you can speak from, not just think about
How to approach your boss with solutions instead of just grievances
The role of self‑talk, power words, and receipts in staying rooted in your worth

Nicole also shares her own pivotal career moments, the lessons she learned about not letting anyone silence her, and how she now empowers women through systems, AI tools, and strategies that create both freedom and financial independence.

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t know what to say,” this episode will give you the words, the mindset, and the courage to say it anyway.

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When Correction Is Stronger Than Escalation | Leadership Strategy for Women in Male-Dominated Industries

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In male-dominated industries, especially the trades, women are constantly told to “go to HR,” “file the complaint,” and “document everything.”

And yes protection matters.

But what happens when HR leaves… and you don’t?

In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris breaks down the hard truth about workplace strategy for women working on job sites, in the field, and in environments where hierarchy, ego, reputation, and alliances shape daily reality.

This conversation explores:

The difference between reaction and strategy
When escalation is necessary and when correction is stronger
How to protect your long-term authority and leverage
The double bind women face: complicit, dramatic, aggressive, weak
Why retention for women in the trades is more than policy
How to respond to bias, disrespect, and being tested without shrinking or exploding
The power of slowing down and leading without spectacle

Samantha shares a real story from her own leadership experience in a male-dominated environment, walking through how she chose strategic correction over formal escalation — not from fear, but from awareness.

This episode is for:

Women in the trades
Women supervisors navigating site dynamics
HR leaders and union reps who want to understand retention realities
Any woman trying to protect her credibility, influence, and earning power

Because confidence alone is not enough.

Awareness of the room matters.

Timing matters.

Leverage matters.

And leadership is knowing the difference.

If you’re navigating bias, hypocrisy, authority challenges, or workplace politics in a male-dominated industry, this episode will give you language, clarity, and strategic insight.

And if this resonates, grab a copy of Your Truth Changes Everything to deepen your self-trust and leadership foundation.

Share this episode with a woman who’s navigating site dynamics right now.

Self-trust changes how you lead.

And when your truth is silent, your decisions are too.

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What Do You Carry Into the Room With You?

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:00:00 GMT

What do you carry into the room with you?
Not the bag on your arm or the title on your badge but the weight of expectations, doubts, and responsibilities that show up before you even speak.

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I’m sharing what happens when we carry everything alone, why it shows up in our body as tension and stress, and how the Brag Bag™ helps us stitch ourselves back together with self-trust, belief, and boundaries.

I’ll tell stories from my own journey working in male-dominated industries, plus the women I’ve coached who felt silenced, overlooked, or questioned until they learned how to stand rooted in their confidence.

This episode is about survival versus thriving, what really holds you together when others try to pick you apart, and the power of documenting your wins so no one else gets to define your value.

If you’ve ever felt invisible, questioned, or drained from carrying too much—this episode will help you see what needs to shift and give you steps to start.

✨ Take the Brag Bag™ Confidence Assessment (link in show notes) to see exactly where you’re standing today in your confidence journey.

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The Courage to Allow: Leadership, Home, and the Unspoken Load Women Carry

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Women aren’t struggling to communicate. They’re exhausted from being the only ones expected to manage it.

In this episode, Samantha Kaye Harris sits down with Kirsten Dubreuil, a former senior military officer turned executive leadership coach, to talk about what shifts when women stop self-editing and start leading as themselves.

Kirsten shares what “playing small” looked like in her 25-year military career, including the moment she questioned whether her voice belonged at the table. She also opens up about being told she wasn’t “clear,” while men communicating the same way were never challenged.

You’ll hear a powerful story from Kirsten’s time as a commanding officer, when she delivered difficult news to 400 people and realized vulnerability isn’t weakness; it builds trust. Together, Samantha and Kirsten unpack the unspoken rules women navigate at work, the pressure to fit a narrow leadership mold, and how women can build the muscle to stay at the table, even when they’re the only one there.

Kirsten also shares why she’s intentionally bringing men into this work, because real change takes everyone at the table.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• What “playing small” looks like in leadership

• The cost of being the only woman in the room

• Why “executive presence” often pushes women to perform

• Leading with emotion without losing authority

• The courage to set boundaries and stop carrying the load alone

• How to build community and stay rooted in your confidence

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Why 70% of Change Fails and What Women Already Know About It

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT

“When 70% of organizational changes fail, guess whose voices get ignored first? Women.”

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris sits down with international change-management strategist Kamila Adamatti to uncover the real reason workplace transformation fails, and what women in trades, construction, aviation, and other male-dominated fields can do when the system wasn’t built with them in mind.

Kamila brings 23 years of experience leading complex organizational change across the U.S. and Latin America. Her SPEECH™ methodology focuses on strategy, execution, and most importantly people.

Because without human connection, psychological safety, and two-way communication, even the best systems fall apart.

Together, Samantha and Kamila unpack:

Why women’s ideas disappear in meetings
How unconscious bias derails change initiatives
What happens when leaders communicate at people instead of with them
The pressure on women to twist themselves into “professional pretzels” just to belong
How confidence gets chipped away in male-dominated environments
What leaders must do if they want organizational changes to succeed
The link between retention, culture, and whose voice gets heard

Samantha also shares how her Brag Bag™ Method and TRUTH Method™ help women in the trades stop shrinking in rooms that weren’t designed for them, and start showing up with clarity, confidence, and authority.

Whether you’re managing a job site, leading a team through transition, or trying to stay confident in a workplace that keeps shifting around you, this episode gives you the tools and truth you need.

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From Burnout to Boundaries - Reclaiming Your Voice in Male-Dominated Spaces

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

This conversation with Dr. Sweta Vikram explores how women navigate male-dominated spaces and the real impact on our well-being.

Sweta shares a powerful moment about asking for a raise and being told "your husband has a good job"—and how that experience taught her to advocate for herself. We discuss why women in these industries carry guilt around taking up space, how we're conditioned from childhood to stay silent, and why burnout isn't even the right word for what we experience.

This episode is about shifting from survival mode to thriving authentically in spaces that weren't built for us. We examine how doing inner work changes how we show up professionally, why representation matters when you're the only woman in the room, and how to respond instead of react when faced with discrimination.

The reality is this: those traits they label us as "bossy" or "too much"? Those are our superpowers. We're their kryptonite because those things that scare them about us are exactly what make us effective.

If you're ready to stop asking for permission to be yourself and own your space unapologetically, this conversation will resonate.

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👉🏽 F𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐣𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 from Dr. Sweta: https://mailchi.mp/35ee5fc03db1/free-rejuvenating-sleep-guide

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Bet On You: Owning Your Voice, Value & Vision with Pamela Dale

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I sit down with Pamela Dale client expert, digital marketer, and creator of the Six Code Framework for a powerful and real conversation about what it takes to build a business that reflects who you truly are, not who you’ve been told to be.

Pamela shares her journey from burnout and undercharging to boldly owning her worth and guiding other women to do the same. We talk about:
What it means to walk into rooms you weren’t raised to believe you belonged in

The truth about burnout (hint: it’s not about being busy)

How women are conditioned to feel small and how to unlearn it

Why self-trust is the foundation of real confidence

Her Six Code Framework and why people come first starting with yourself

This is for the woman who’s been overlooked, underestimated, or told she’s “too much.” The one who’s been the only woman in the room and still showed up. The one who’s tired of playing small and ready to step into something greater.
Pamela’s story is your reminder: you are not behind. You are not broken. You are not alone.

✨ Learn more about Pamela at theclientcoach.com or sign up for her upcoming book at crackingtheclientcode.com

🎧 And if this episode spoke to you, share it with a sister who needs to hear it too.

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Leadership Isn’t Control: The Difference Between Leading and Managing for Women in Male-Dominated Industries

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

What’s the real difference between leading and managing and why does it matter so much for women in male-dominated industries?

In this solo episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris breaks down what leadership truly looks like, especially for women who are often given responsibility without authority, results without respect, and calm confidence that gets misunderstood.

Fresh off receiving the Martin Luther King Leadership Award after 32 years in a male-dominated industry, Samantha reflects on why leadership is not about control, titles, or image. It’s about people, trust, emotional regulation, and protecting the work environment so people want to stay.

You’ll hear:

The key difference between managing tasks and leading people
Why fear-based management pushes good people out
How women’s leadership is often questioned when it doesn’t look aggressive
Why calm, grounded leadership is strength, not weakness
The LEADER framework: Lead with self-trust, Emotional regulation, Accountability without fear, Development over control, Environment matters, and Respect

This episode is for women leading in the trades, infrastructure, construction, aviation, and other male-dominated spaces who already know they’re leading, even when the room doesn’t always acknowledge it.

If you’ve ever been told to “just manage,” questioned for your presence, or felt pressure to lead in a way that doesn’t feel like you, this conversation is for you.

Leadership isn’t about control.

It’s about development.

And when women lead from their truth, everything changes.

Listen, share with a woman who needs this reminder, and stay tuned for Samantha’s upcoming book Your Truth Changes Everything.

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The Foundation Why Every Woman in a Male-Dominated Industry Needs a Brag Bag™ Part 1

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT

I came back from medical leave ready to lead my team, only to discover they’d set up an interview panel for a position that would report directly to me… without me. Not only was I excluded, but they put men who’d never worked in my department on the panel. Men with agendas. Men, I’d specifically requested never to work with again.

Years ago, I would have swallowed it. Told myself it didn’t matter. But I’m not that woman anymore.

In this foundational episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I share the raw story that sparked my Brag Bag™ Strategy and why confidence alone isn’t enough to survive, thrive, and be respected in male-dominated industries. You’ll hear how I turned receipts into power, why documenting your value changes the conversation, and how to stop letting your worth be up for debate.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The real story behind the creation of my Brag Bag™ Strategy
Why I don’t shrink anymore when my authority is challenged
The difference between your worth (you were born with it) and your value (you document it)
How to start your Brag Bag™ your personal vault of value today
The exact format for documenting wins that can’t be dismissed or claimed by someone else
Why “confidence gets you in the room, but receipts keep you there”
How to speak from your roots, not your wounds

Key Moment:

The meeting where recognition for my project “landed softly” in a man’s lap, someone who’d maybe touched it for five minutes, and how that changed everything for how I advocate for myself.

The Foundation Principle:

Your Brag Bag™ isn’t about proving yourself to others. It’s about reminding yourself of your value before you even open your mouth.

Perfect For:

Women in male-dominated industries, leaders who’ve been overlooked, professionals ready to claim their credit, and anyone tired of watching their work get minimized or erased.

Action Steps From This Episode:

Open your notes app and start documenting every win (big or small)
Include what you did, the outcome, and the date
Use measurable, quantifiable language
Ask yourself: Could I list my last five wins without hesitation?

Resources & Next Steps:

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Next episode: A tech leader who’s mastered being the only woman in the room
Coming soon: How I used my Brag Bag™ when “diversity” became a checkbox

This is the episode every woman in a male-dominated industry needs to hear. Your voice matters. Your work matters. And it’s time to start documenting both.

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Leading with Power and Presence: Elor Shem Tov on Confidence, Culture, and Coaching in Male-Dominated Industries

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 05 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

What does it really take to lead with confidence in a male-dominated workplace without losing yourself in the process?

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I’m joined by Elor Shem Tov, executive coach, empowerment guide, and founder of Lucidlev, who knows exactly what it’s like to be the only woman at the table. From scaling a biotech startup as a Chief Administrative Officer to managing all-male teams and navigating the pressure to “fit in,” Elor shares her journey of internal empowerment, mindset shifts, and owning her voice in high-stakes spaces.

We talk about:

The fear of being fired (even when you’re doing everything right)
How women shrink or perform just to feel safe at work
The emotional toll of trying to “be one of the guys”
Learning to trust yourself in the face of self-doubt
What internal safety feels like, and why it’s the game changer

This episode is raw, real, and relatable—especially if you’ve ever cried in your car after a long day of being dismissed, overlooked, or underestimated. Elor’s story is a masterclass in reclaiming your power and redefining what leadership looks like when you do it on your own terms.

If you’re a woman leading in boots, blazers, boardrooms—or all three—this one’s for you.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elor-demayo/

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The Sales Meeting That Changed Everything — with Padmasini Dayananda

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT

What happens when you’re the expert in the room… but every single question is directed to the man sitting next to you?

That’s exactly what happened to Padmasini Dayananda, a multi-award-winning woman in tech ranked #4 in the Top 10 Diverse Leaders in UK Tech. In this conversation on Rooted in Your Confidence, Padma shares how she stopped a sales meeting in its tracks, reclaimed her authority, and turned the deal around.

We dive into:
✨ How “good intentions” can become baggage that leads to burnout
✨ The sales meeting moment that shifted everything
✨ Why women disappear at the mid-level in male-dominated industries
✨ Language shifts that instantly change how you’re heard
✨ What it truly means to put yourself first without guilt

This episode is a reminder that your visibility, value, and voice are not up for debate. If you’ve ever felt invisible in a room where you belonged, this story will inspire you to take your voice back — and keep it.

🎧 Listen now and learn more about Padma’s Triple E Framework at transformwithpadma.com
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Why Women Leave Male-Dominated Workplaces: Culture, Confidence, and Retention

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In this powerful episode of Rooted In Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris sits down with Sandra Coker, Founder and CEO of Human Power Solutions, international bestselling author of People, Profit, and host of the People, Profit Podcast. With over 20 years of experience helping organizations build cultures where people actually want to stay, grow, and lead, Sandra brings real, no-fluff insight into what people-first leadership truly looks like.

Together, they explore why HR and learning & development deserve a seat at the executive table, how companies can retain more women in male-dominated industries, and why data not just feelings can be a game changer when advocating for workplace change. Sandra also shares her deeply personal journey of reinventing her life in her 50s, pushing through fear, and learning to ride a motorcycle as a powerful metaphor for courage and confidence.

This conversation dives into:

• Why investing in people is the key to retention and performance

• How women can walk courageously into their confidence

• What it means to be the first or only woman in the room

• Why fear isn’t something to avoid but something to move through

• How leaders can create inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures

If you’re a woman navigating a male-dominated field, a leader who wants to build a better workplace, or someone ready to stop shrinking and start standing strong this episode is for you.

Tune in and discover what it really means to lead, live, and work with confidence.

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Damned If You Do, Damned If You Don’t: The Reality for Women in the Trades

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris speaks directly to women working in male-dominated industries, especially the trades.

There’s a reality many women know too well.

If you stay quiet, you’re easygoing.

If you speak up, suddenly you’re “too much.”

Women in these environments aren’t just doing the job. They’re managing the environment around the job every single day. Deciding when to speak, when to stay quiet, when to laugh something off, and when to stand their ground.

Those constant calculations shape careers more than anyone realizes.

In this episode, Samantha shares:

• Why women in the trades often feel damned if they do and damned if they don’t

• The hidden emotional labor women carry just to stay in the environment

• How fear and isolation become survival strategies

• Why community and support can change everything

• What companies must understand if they truly want to retain women

She also shares personal experiences from her own 25+ years working in male-dominated spaces and why she wrote her book Your Truth Changes Everything.

Because confidence isn’t just about speaking up.

It’s about staying connected to yourself in environments that try to disconnect you from who you are.

This episode is for the women doing the work and managing everything around it.

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Women in the trades know something most people don’t talk about.

Sometimes you’re damned if you do and damned if you don’t.

If you stay quiet, you’re the easygoing one.

If you speak up, suddenly you’re the problem.

But here’s the part people miss.

Women in male-dominated industries aren’t just doing the job.

They are managing the environment around the job every single day.

• Do I laugh it off?

• Do I say something?

• Do I stay quiet?

• Do I fit in or stand out?

Those decisions shape careers more than anyone realizes.

In this new episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I talk honestly about:

• The daily calculations women make just to stay in the trades

• Why isolation becomes a survival strategy

• What happens when you stop laughing at things that aren’t funny

• And what companies need to understand if they truly want women to stay

I also share a personal story that perfectly shows what happens when a woman simply asks a question.

🎧 Listen to the episode

📖 And if this resonates, my book Your Truth Changes Everything was written for you.

Because staying connected to yourself in environments like these…

changes everything.

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Reclaiming Your Confidence & Power in Male-Dominated Careers with Jennifer Licciardi

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 19 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Are you tired of proving yourself at work, constantly waiting for validation, or wondering if it’s too late to follow your purpose?

In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris is joined by bestselling author, speaker, and empowerment coach Jennifer Licciardi, who spent over 20 years climbing the ranks in a male-dominated medical sales industry—only to realize she was meant for something more.

Together, they unpack the realities of working in male-dominated environments:
•The pressure to overperform and prove your worth
•The fear of speaking up and being labeled “too much”
•How burnout can masquerade as success
•Why self-trust is the real power move
•And what it actually takes to break free from corporate conditioning

Jennifer shares her personal story of letting go of limiting beliefs, walking away from toxic success, and building a business that aligns with her purpose—and how you can too.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure about your next step, this episode is your reminder: you don’t need permission to choose yourself.

Listen now and discover how to reconnect with your confidence, reclaim your power, and redefine success on your own terms.

#ConfidenceForWomen #WomenInLeadership #CorporateBurnout #MaleDominatedIndustries #EmpoweredWomen #SelfTrust #RootedInYourConfidence

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Rooted in Realness: Power, Pressure & Confidence in Male-Dominated Spaces with Kellye Franklin-Nelson

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

This episode is power meeting power.

I sat down with Kellye Franklin-Nelson—leadership strategist, executive coach, former Fortune 50 executive, and founder of the Shift Happens Blog—and from the very first minute, it was clear: this wasn’t going to be a surface-level conversation.

We talked like two women who’ve lived it. Because we have.

Kellye and I both built our careers in male-dominated industries—she in aerospace and government, me in structural maintenance and transportation. We’ve been the first, the only, the go-to, and the overlooked. And in this episode, we talk about what it really takes to survive and thrive when the system wasn’t built for you.

Together, we get into:

Being “chosen” but still not supported
The mental and emotional weight of always proving yourself
Code-switching, burnout, and losing your voice
Why mentorship often misses the mark
Rebuilding confidence after it's been chipped away
And what it means to stop performing and start leading on your terms

This was one of the most comfortable, real, and powerful conversations I’ve had on the podcast—and I know you’ll feel it too. Kelley doesn’t just coach leaders. She is one. And in this episode, she shows up with wisdom, clarity, and fire.

🎧 Listen in. Take notes. Share it with your people. And stay rooted in your confidence—because we sure are.

About Kellye Franklin-Nelson:
Kellye Franklin-Nelson is a sought-after Leadership Strategist and Performance Coach known for helping leaders and organizations find—and fix—the hidden gaps preventing increased performance. With over two decades in Fortune 50 leadership, she brings deep expertise in program management, business operations, and strategic execution.

She’s coached high-performing teams, managed multi-billion-dollar portfolios, and is trusted by leaders when growth stalls or clarity is lacking. Her work helps clients accelerate progress, strengthen team dynamics, and lead with confidence.

Kellye’s coaching creates transformative spaces where leaders can challenge assumptions, uncover blind spots, and develop real, actionable strategies. Her approach is direct, insightful, and rooted in what it actually takes to lead today.

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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kellyefranklin
Website: www.kellyefranklin.com
Phone: (667) 309-5593

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The Day I Said “Absolutely Not” – Choosing Yourself in the Face of Workplace Injustice

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT

In this raw solo episode, Samantha Kaye shares the personal story of being overlooked for multiple roles despite doing everything right. If you’ve ever felt undervalued, overlooked, or like your hard work is invisible, this episode will speak to your soul. She breaks down the emotional toll of being the “go-to” woman in a male-dominated workplace—and what happens when you finally say, “absolutely not.” It's time to stop performing and start choosing you.

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Fear Isn’t the Problem – It’s Time to Take Up Space | Rooted in Your Confidence Podcast

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:00:00 GMT

What if I told you that fear isn’t the problem? The real issue is letting it make the decisions for you.

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, we’re talking about fear—the thing that keeps us small, silent, and stuck. You want more money. You want that promotion. You want to walk into a room and own your voice. But something keeps holding you back. Let’s be real—it’s fear. And here’s the truth: being scared doesn’t mean you stop. It means you step up.

I know what it feels like to shrink back, to silence yourself, to make others comfortable while denying yourself. But Sis, that’s not working anymore. It’s time to stop waiting for permission and start trusting yourself. I’m giving you the exact framework to move past the fear and take action—because confidence doesn’t come first. Courage comes first. Confidence follows action.

In this episode, we’ll break down:
🔥 Why fear tricks us into staying small
🔥 The power of taking action before you feel ready
🔥 How to regulate your fear response and stop outsourcing confidence
🔥 The B.R.A.V.E. method to stepping into your power
🔥 Why validating yourself is the game-changer

It’s time to bet on YOU—not on whether someone else thinks you belong. You don’t need anyone’s approval to show up fully in this world. So, what’s one brave action you’re committing to this week? Send me a message and let me know. And if this episode spoke to you, follow, subscribe, and share it with another woman who needs to hear this—because we are not shrinking in 2025. We are showing up. We are speaking up. We are taking up all the frickin’ space.

Listen now and step into your power. 🎙🔥 #RootedInYourConfidence #BraveAction #NoMoreShrinking

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Women in Trades: Be More of Yourself, Not Less

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

You do not have to become less feminine to survive in a male-dominated industry. You have to become more of yourself. In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris talks with carpenter and W.E.I.R.D. Learning founder Kito Shani Morris about women in trades, carpentry, confidence, and the power of hands-on learning.

Kito shares how she found her way into male-dominated spaces, why she believes trying matters more than perfection, and how teaching practical skills helps women, children, and communities build real confidence. This conversation goes beyond tools and training. It is about identity, permission, authenticity, and trusting your own power.

This episode is for women in construction, women in trades, and any woman working in male-dominated industries who is tired of shrinking and ready to stand fully in who she is.

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Stop Twisting Yourself to Fit In

Samantha Kaye — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 03:00:00 GMT

In this conversation, Samantha Kaye Harris discusses the detrimental effects of societal expectations on self-esteem and authenticity. She emphasizes the importance of breaking free from people-pleasing behaviors and learning to embrace one's true self unapologetically. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she encourages listeners to recognize their value and take small steps towards self-acceptance and confidence.

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What happens when the hustle finally stops… and you realize you’ve been exhausted for years?

Samantha Kaye — Thu, 14 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

What happens when the hustle finally stops… and you realize you’ve been exhausted for years?

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris opens up about retiring after 33 years in a male-dominated industry and the unexpected truth she discovered afterward: she didn’t know how tired she really was.

This conversation is about burnout, self-trust, confidence disruption, and what happens when women spend years shrinking themselves to survive in environments that were never built for them.

Samantha shares why the answer isn’t becoming someone different. It’s reconnecting with who you already are, trusting your own design, and standing rooted in your truth without apology.

If you’ve been questioning yourself, overexplaining, exhausted, or feeling disconnected from your voice, this episode is for you.

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Unapologetic Confidence: Taking Up the Space You Deserve

Samantha Kaye — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 03:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I’m setting the tone for what Rooted In Your Confidence is all abouthelping women in male-dominated industries stop twisting, shrinking, and playing by rules that were never meant for them. I know firsthand what it’s like to navigate spaces that weren’t built for us, but here’s the truth: you don’t have to fit in to belong. This is your space to unlearn limiting patterns, reclaim your confidence, and show up unapologetically. If you’re done waiting for permission and ready to take up the space you deserve, you’re in the right place. Let’s get into it!

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Moving Beyond the Labels: You’re Not Too Much . They’re Just Uncomfortable

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris is calling out the labels that have been used to shrink women in male-dominated industries: too aggressive, too emotional, too strong, too much.

She breaks down how these labels are not reflections of who we are — they’re projections of how uncomfortable others feel when we show up fully.

Samantha shares real-life experiences, including being called “too happy” at work and being accused of bullying simply for holding someone accountable. She opens up about the emotional and physical toll of silencing ourselves and how trauma lives in the body (The Body Keeps the Score). She also introduces her signature TRUTH framework to help you reclaim your power, use your voice, and hold your ground.

You’ll leave this episode with clarity, confidence, and a reminder that you were never too much they just weren’t ready.

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When High-Achieving Women Go into Overdrive — Dr. Amy Grimm’s Journey from Burnout to Balance

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Ladies, this one is powerful. I’m sitting down with Dr. Amy Grimm—veterinarian, certified life coach, and founder of Daring DVM Coaching—to talk burnout, nervous system healing, and what success really looks like.

Back in the 1960s, only 5% of vets were women. Now it’s 70%—but leadership still hasn’t caught up. Amy shares what it’s like to rise in that world, lead with heart, and walk away when it no longer fits.

We talk about:
✨ Why high-achieving women go into overdrive—not collapse
✨ How nervous system work rewires how we show up
✨ Redefining success on your own terms
✨ The courage to disappoint others and trust your own path

And of course, she answers my signature question: What does it mean to be rooted in your confidence?

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Finding My Why: The Journey to Confidence and Empowerment

Samantha Kaye — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 02:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I share my story—why I do this work and what drives me to help women in male-dominated industries stand tall in their confidence. From my own experiences navigating a tough work environment to realizing the power of owning my voice, I break down the moments that shaped my mission. I know what it feels like to be overlooked, dismissed, and expected to shrink—but I also know what it takes to stand firm and be heard. If you've ever questioned your place in your career, this episode is for you. Listen in, and let’s start rewriting the story together.

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Your Time Is Your Power: Season Two Kickoff

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

“I’m seven months away from retirement after 25+ years in a male-dominated industry, but thriving didn’t start at the end. It started the moment I took back my time.

In this episode, I share how I went from exhaustion and over-giving to reclaiming my energy by managing my calendar, honoring my rest, and saying no without apology. Because your time isn’t just hours on a clock, your time is your power.

Listen in as I break down the practical tools I use (calendar blocking, stacking, scheduling joy) and why protecting your time is the most powerful Brag Bag™ receipt you’ll ever own.

✨ Special shout-out to my friend Shareese DeVose, whose beautiful voice you hear in this season’s new intro.”

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The Miter Saw Moment: What Happens When Women Realize They’re Capable

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT

What happens when a woman realizes she can build her own life, literally and spiritually?

In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha sits down with Tisha “The ContractHer,” a licensed general contractor, DIY educator, and vibrant force for women stepping into their power.

Tisha shares the raw and inspiring story of how a $2,000 restart after leaving her marriage led her into the world of DIY, and ultimately to becoming the contractor she couldn’t find. From operating miter saws to rewiring limiting beliefs, she teaches women the fundamentals of home repair, and the fundamentals of believing in themselves.

Together they dive into:

The spiritual journey behind confidence
Why women struggle to trust their own capabilities
The magic moment when fear turns into power
Building community and attracting higher-vibrational people
What it really means to be rooted in who you are
How skills can heal, empower, and transform

Whether you’re a homeowner, a woman in the trades, or someone rebuilding your life piece by piece, this episode will speak to your soul.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it.

Your “miter saw moment” is waiting.

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It’s Not Confidence… It’s What You Do When You’re Disrupted

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

You didn’t lose confidence.

You got disrupted.

In this episode, Samantha Kaye Harris breaks down what happens in the moment your voice disappears and why it has nothing to do with confidence.

She introduces DisrupTif’s™ those subtle moments where something shifts, and you disconnect from yourself without even realizing it.

From being interrupted…

to second-guessing your words…

to taking on other people’s energy…

This is how your voice gets lost in real time.

You’ll learn how to recognize these moments, understand the 4 types of DisrupTif’s™, and use your Brag Bag™ to come back to yourself when it matters most.

Pay attention this week…

You’ll start to see it everywhere.

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When Diversity Becomes a Checkbox: Standing in Your Truth

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Diversity isn’t a checkbox but too many workplaces treat it like one. In this episode, I share a raw, real story of being excluded from my own hiring panel, the gaslighting that followed, and how “optics” were prioritized over true inclusion.

This isn’t just my story it’s about every professional who’s been overlooked, every Black man denied opportunity, and every woman forced to prove her worth twice over. We’ll talk about the exhaustion of fighting, the courage of standing firm in your truth, and why silence keeps us stuck.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, disrespected, or reduced to a box on someone else’s list, this conversation is for you.

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Owning Your Space in Male-Dominated Industries with Lorra Brown 🎙️🔥

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted In Your Confidence, I sit down with Lorra Brown, founder of LBE Consulting and a powerhouse in finance and business strategy. Lorra has spent years navigating male-dominated spaces, from union leadership to executive roles, and now, she’s empowering women to take control of their financial futures.

We talk about:
✅ Breaking barriers in male-dominated industries
✅ The power of self-allyship and owning your voice
✅ Navigating leadership as the first, only, or one of the few
✅ Why financial literacy is key to building confidence and success

This conversation is real, unfiltered, and packed with insights to help you own your space and stop seeking validation.

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New episodes drop every Monday!

Samantha Kaye — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 04:00:00 GMT

New episodes drop every Monday! 🎙️✨ This podcast is all about real conversations with women who have worked, thrived, and even left male-dominated industries. You’ll hear the truth about what it takes to stay, succeed, or walk away on your own terms. Because no matter where you are in your journey, you are not alone. Hit follow and get ready—because every Monday, we’re showing up, speaking out, and owning our space!

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Rooted and Unshaken: Why I Trust Myself First

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a recent roundtable where I shared something that shifted the entire room.

Someone asked, “How can men support women in male-dominated industries?”

And I said what I always say—“I trust myself first. I’m not waiting for men to change in order for me to feel powerful.”

That response caught people off guard. But it’s my truth. And maybe it’s yours, too.

We talk about:

Why self-allyship is essential if you’re going to feel safe and confident at work
How approval-seeking slowly chips away at your identity
What it looks and feels like to stop bending yourself to fit in
And how to recognize when you’re giving away your power—so you can stop

This episode is your reminder that you get to stand tall, speak clearly, and back yourself—first.

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Confidence Disruption at Work: Rebuilding Self-Trust in Male-Dominated Industries Special Edition

Samantha Kaye — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris discusses confidence disruption how repeated experiences in male-dominated workplaces wear down women’s self-trust over time.

Drawing from nearly 30 years of lived experience, Samantha shares what happens when women are questioned, interrupted, overlooked, or expected to over-prove their competence at work—and how those moments quietly erode confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why confidence disruption happens at work
How women rebuild self-trust without leaving their careers
What it means to stop shrinking and start using your voice
The role of boundaries in confidence and leadership
Why imposter syndrome is often misunderstood

Samantha also introduces key ideas from her book,
Your Truth Changes Everything: How Women Rebuild Self-Trust, Speak Up, and Get Paid in Male-Dominated Workplaces.

This episode is for women in the trades, tech, construction, logistics, and other male-dominated fields who want to stay, lead, and trust themselves again.

You belong in the room.

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Why Are Men Praised for What Women Built? A Real Talk on Power, Perception, and Ownership

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this bold and timely episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris calls out a truth we don’t talk about enough: men are often celebrated for entering industries that women built—while women are still fighting to belong in theirs.

From nail salons to fashion houses, men are positioned as pioneers in spaces where women have long been the foundation. Samantha shares a personal story that led her to ask: Why are men seen as extraordinary for doing work that women have mastered for decades? And why do women still have to prove themselves in male-dominated industries?

You’ll hear:

The real story behind a simple nail appointment that sparked this conversation
How praise, power, and ownership are unequally distributed—even in “female-led” industries
Why your brag bag matters now more than ever
A powerful reminder: You’re not just working—you’re building, leading, and already extraordinary

If you’ve ever felt overlooked or underestimated in your field, this episode will remind you that you’ve been powerful all along.

🎧 Listen now and share this episode with a woman who needs to hear the truth today.

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It Wasn’t My Tone. It Was My Truth.

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris shares a powerful moment from her work in a male-dominated environment that many women will recognize.

She did her job.

She gave clear direction.

She held someone accountable.

And suddenly the conversation shifted from performance to her tone, her attitude, and her “personality.”

Instead of shrinking, Samantha stood in her truth.

This episode explores what happens when women stop people-pleasing, stop over-explaining, and start standing rooted in who they are, not just at work but in their personal, emotional, and social lives.

You’ll hear about:

• Why competent women are often mislabeled in male-dominated spaces

• How people-pleasing and self-abandonment are learned for survival

• What it really means to feel safe in your body and your voice

• How standing your ground changes your relationships and your life

• Why choosing yourself is not selfish, it is necessary

Samantha also shares a first look at her upcoming book, Your Truth Changes Everything: What Happens When You Choose Yourself, releasing in April 2026, with pre-sales beginning in February.

This episode is for women who know they are done shrinking and ready to lead, speak, and live from their truth.

If you’re ready to stop bending and start standing, this episode is for you.

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From People-Pleasing to Power: Creating a Career on Your Terms with Nadja Hagene

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:00:00 GMT

In this powerful episode, self-love coach Nadja Hagen joins Samantha Kaye to talk about breaking free from people-pleasing, setting boundaries, and showing up as your full self in male-dominated industries. With a background in corporate leadership, Nadja shares personal stories, mindset shifts, and tools to help high-achieving women stop performing and start living in alignment with their values. If you’ve ever felt like you had to shrink to fit in, this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in and take the first step toward building a career you define.

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Taking a Pause: Rooted in Your Confidence Returns in October

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT

After an incredible first season, I’m taking a short pause to rest, recharge, and pour into my group program, The Break Room.

In this quick episode, I share why I’m stepping back for September and what’s ahead when Rooted in Your Confidence returns for Season Two on the first Wednesday in October.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

Why I’m pausing the podcast this month.
What I’m working on inside The Break Room (and how you can still join).
Why rest and boundaries are just as powerful as speaking up.
What to expect when we come back for Season Two.

✨ Thank you for listening, for showing up, and for being part of this movement. We don’t shrink over here; we rise, and we rise together.

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Your Path Ain’t Mine: Truth-Telling, Table-Building & Standing Up Anyway

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

This conversation right here? It’s honest. It’s layered. And it’s bigger than opinions.

Tiffany Sims and I sat down to talk about what it really means to show up as a woman in male-dominated spaces. We didn’t agree on everything and that’s exactly why this episode matters.

Tiffany shared her story, and I respect that. But we have to be real: not every woman has the same access, the same options, or the same ability to just “build her own table.” Especially not Black women. Some of us are still fighting to even get in the room, let alone be heard.

So yes, I created this podcast to remind you that you’re not alone but also to tell the truth about what it takes. Having tools isn’t enough. You need guidance. You need context. You need to know how to use what you’ve got.

Your growth may not look like hers.
Your pace may be different.
But your power? It’s still yours.

That’s why Rooted in Your Confidence exists.
To tell the whole story loud, clear, and unapologetically ours.

Press play. You’ll feel seen.

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Trusting Your Body, Letting Go, and Reclaiming Your Truth

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I sit down with Alyssa Hawn—intuitive energy healer, podcast producer, and former reality TV and publishing professional. Alyssa gets real about what it felt like to work in male-dominated industries, how the pressure to prove herself shaped her early career, and the emotional toll of constantly trying to be “enough.”

We talk about:

Being overlooked and underestimated by male bosses
When Alyssa finally said “enough” and chose herself
The connection between self-worth, burnout, and ancestral belief systems
What it looks like to unlearn the hustle and start trusting your own body

And sis—this one goes deep. Alyssa doesn’t hold back, and we both share what it means to finally stop shrinking and start standing tall in who you really are.

💬 If you’ve ever questioned your worth, held back your voice, or carried the weight of generational survival…this episode will speak to your soul.

🎧 Listen in and then ask yourself: What would shift in your life if you stopped proving and started trusting?

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You Don’t Need Permission to Lead: A Conversation with Rebecca Engle

Samantha Kaye — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I sit down with Rebecca Engle—a bold young leader who made history at just 19 years old as the youngest woman to appear on a state ballot in Texas. While Rebecca’s background is in conservative politics, this conversation isn’t about party lines. It’s about what it really means to lead.

We talk about:

How she built confidence in rooms where her age and gender were questioned
Why she refused to wait for permission to speak up or run for office
How education and advocacy are deeply connected in her work
The realities young women face in male-dominated political spaces
And what it means to own your story, even when people try to define it for you

Whether or not you share Rebecca’s political views, this conversation is a powerful reminder that women can lead at any age, from any background, and on their own terms.

This episode is about confidence, courage, and choosing yourself. And that’s something every woman can relate to no matter where she stands.

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Safety for Women in the Trades: The Truth About Staying Alive at Work

Samantha Kaye — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT

In this deeply personal and necessary episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, host Samantha Kay Harris opens a conversation that many avoid, but every woman in the trades needs to hear: safety.

Samantha discusses:

The reality of workplace danger for women
The heartbreaking case of 20 year old welder Amber Czech
Her own experience of becoming a “problem” simply for speaking up
The emotional and mental toll of working in hostile environments
Why women aren’t afraid of the job, they’re afraid of retaliation
The TRUTH Method:

• Tell yourself the truth

• Remember your power

• Understand your environment

• Trust your voice

• Hit the stop button

This episode is not about fear, it’s about power, agency, and survival.

It’s a reminder that you deserve training, protective equipment that fits, respect in the workplace, and the right to return home safely at the end of every shift.

This is not just a podcast, it's a movement.

You don’t have to shrink to stay employed.

You don’t have to stay silent to stay safe.

We speak from our roots over here.

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ROOTED IN YOUR CONFIDENCE

When Every Eye Is on You: The Hidden Pressure Women in Trades Carry

She Stopped Asking for Permission: Women in Tech, Confidence & Building a Purpose-Driven Business

What Your Body Might Be Carrying When You Swallow Your Words at Work | With Chanlee Sutoyo

From Scaredy Cat to Summit: Jennie “AdrenaJen” Milton on Courage, Confidence, and Leading in Male-Dominated Spaces

When Confidence Meets Health: Staying Rooted with Dr. Kelly Elmore & Samantha Kaye Harris

You Are Not Alone: Julia van der Wyk on Confidence in Tech

When Trust Breaks at Work: Betrayal, Validation, and Staying Rooted in Your Confidence

Confident—Until I’m Interrupted

You Have a Choice: Staying vs. Building Your Own Table in Male-Dominated Industries

From Survival to Strength: Breaking Barriers in Male-Dominated Industries

Rooted and Unshaken, Part 2: What Happens When No One Stands Up for You

🔥 Breaking Barriers in Tech: How to Advocate for Yourself & Get Promoted 🔥

Speak Up, Stand Tall, Claim Your Confidence

Reclaiming Your Voice: How to Stop the Mansplaining & Speak Up with Confidence

Redefining Leadership, Confidence & Self-Love with Suhaiba Neill

Seen as the Doer, Not the Leader? Let’s Talk Leadership Identity

What happens when your confidence gets shaken… and you try to buy it back?

Stop Shrinking: Own Your Confidence and Show Up Boldly

Why Calling Women “Relevant” Is a Warning Sign Not a Compliment

Rooted in Your Confidence: Speaking Up with Clarity & Courage with Nicole McCain

When Correction Is Stronger Than Escalation | Leadership Strategy for Women in Male-Dominated Industries

What Do You Carry Into the Room With You?

The Courage to Allow: Leadership, Home, and the Unspoken Load Women Carry

Why 70% of Change Fails and What Women Already Know About It

From Burnout to Boundaries - Reclaiming Your Voice in Male-Dominated Spaces

Bet On You: Owning Your Voice, Value & Vision with Pamela Dale

Leadership Isn’t Control: The Difference Between Leading and Managing for Women in Male-Dominated Industries

The Foundation Why Every Woman in a Male-Dominated Industry Needs a Brag Bag™ Part 1

Leading with Power and Presence: Elor Shem Tov on Confidence, Culture, and Coaching in Male-Dominated Industries

The Sales Meeting That Changed Everything — with Padmasini Dayananda

Why Women Leave Male-Dominated Workplaces: Culture, Confidence, and Retention

Damned If You Do, Damned If You Don’t: The Reality for Women in the Trades

Reclaiming Your Confidence & Power in Male-Dominated Careers with Jennifer Licciardi

Rooted in Realness: Power, Pressure & Confidence in Male-Dominated Spaces with Kellye Franklin-Nelson

The Day I Said “Absolutely Not” – Choosing Yourself in the Face of Workplace Injustice

Fear Isn’t the Problem – It’s Time to Take Up Space | Rooted in Your Confidence Podcast

Women in Trades: Be More of Yourself, Not Less

Stop Twisting Yourself to Fit In

What happens when the hustle finally stops… and you realize you’ve been exhausted for years?

Unapologetic Confidence: Taking Up the Space You Deserve

Moving Beyond the Labels: You’re Not Too Much . They’re Just Uncomfortable

When High-Achieving Women Go into Overdrive — Dr. Amy Grimm’s Journey from Burnout to Balance

Finding My Why: The Journey to Confidence and Empowerment

Your Time Is Your Power: Season Two Kickoff

The Miter Saw Moment: What Happens When Women Realize They’re Capable

It’s Not Confidence… It’s What You Do When You’re Disrupted

When Diversity Becomes a Checkbox: Standing in Your Truth

Owning Your Space in Male-Dominated Industries with Lorra Brown 🎙️🔥

New episodes drop every Monday!

Rooted and Unshaken: Why I Trust Myself First

Confidence Disruption at Work: Rebuilding Self-Trust in Male-Dominated Industries *Special Edition*

Why Are Men Praised for What Women Built? A Real Talk on Power, Perception, and Ownership

It Wasn’t My Tone. It Was My Truth.

From People-Pleasing to Power: Creating a Career on Your Terms with Nadja Hagene

Taking a Pause: Rooted in Your Confidence Returns in October

Your Path Ain’t Mine: Truth-Telling, Table-Building & Standing Up Anyway

Trusting Your Body, Letting Go, and Reclaiming Your Truth

You Don’t Need Permission to Lead: A Conversation with Rebecca Engle

Safety for Women in the Trades: The Truth About Staying Alive at Work

Confidence Disruption at Work: Rebuilding Self-Trust in Male-Dominated Industries Special Edition