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Shameless Leadership

Sara Dean
Leadership
Parenting
Women In Leadership
Motherhood
Mental Health
Emotional Intelligence
Personal Growth
Self-Care
Work-Life Balance
Burnout
Psychological Safety
Personal Development
Empathy
Perfectionism
Trust
Time Management
Communication
Women Empowerment
Resilience
Women's Leadership

Welcome to Shameless Leadership! This show is for women, transgender people, non-binary folks, and allies who are committed to advancing their leadership and the leadership of those around them. In this space, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, valued, and supported. Our mission is to help you foster these feelings within your own circles of influence to build trust, psychological s... more

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We all have gaps in our leadership skills and capabilities that can be tough to spot on our own. But once seen, we cannot unsee these gaps, and we know we must take responsibility for our own growth and development. In this episode, I'm digging into ... more

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I’m five days out from graduating with my Master’s in Organizational Leadership. I’ll be honest, I am tired. Like, bone tired. I think the last four months have been a never-ending adrenaline rush to get to the finish line of grad school while also m... more

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I had the pleasure of meeting Emily Scherberth when we were in an Organizational Change & Transformation class in our Master’s in Organizational Leadership program. I knew right away that Emily was whip smart and someone I wanted to geek out with and... more

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In this episode, I'm sharing strategic time-management tips for women ready to stop letting their calendars control them. We're talking ruthless prioritization, time-blocking, unscheduling, and the specific strategies that women in leadership use to ... more

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Recent Guests

Emily Scherberth
Founder and CEO of Turas Leadership Consulting; Leadership Development Consultant; Gallup CliftonStrengths Coach
Turas Leadership Consulting
Episode: 991: Emily Scherberth: Why Leaders Are Afraid to Ask For Feedback | Leadership Stories
Loren Mayor
Chief operating officer at World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
World Wildlife Fund
Episode: 988: Loren Mayor: How to Build a Non-Linear Career with Impact and Integrity | Leadership Stories
Sumer Williams
Founder of The Unpolished Brain; ADHD coach and AI strategist for late diagnosed professionals
The Unpolished Brain
Episode: 987: Sumur Williams: ADHD in Women: Why High Performers Are the Last to Get Diagnosed | Inclusive Leadership
Katie Seltzer
Vice President of Corporate Work Study at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Seattle
Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle
Episode: 980: Katie Seltzer: Dismantling Systemic Barriers in Education and Leadership | Inclusive
Blessing Adesiyan
Care economist who advises organizations on the care economy.
Episode: 973: INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP: The “Ambition Gap” is Gaslighting Women. Again.
Jennifer R. Hudson
Award-winning communications leader with over 25 years of experience and founder of ThinkBeyond Public Relations.
ThinkBeyond Public Relations
Episode: 972: Jennifer R. Hudson: Leadership, Loss, and the Quiet Power of Midlife Transitions
Lauren Tetenbaum
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Women's Rights Advocate, and Author
Author of 'Millennial Menopause'
Episode: 968: Lauren Tetenbaum: The Importance of Workplace Menopause Advocacy
Jessica Frew
Author, speaker, and coach helping women with decision-making through transitions
Episode: 965: Jessica Frew: Shove Your Shoulds to Become a Decision-Making Badass
La Tonya Roberts
CEO of Harmony Consulting Group, focusing on transforming growth-focused organizations into high-performing businesses.
Harmony Consulting Group
Episode: 962: La Tonya Roberts: Being Authentic vs Being “Good” as a Woman Leader

Host

Sara Dean
Host of Shameless Leadership

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 844 ratings
  • Sara is the real deal

    I appreciate Sara’s keen eye into how impostor syndrome is not a pathology women have, but a symptom of conditioning by a system that favors men. Sara’s both smart, insightful and compassionate as an advocate for women leaders. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jieunjamie
    United States9 months ago
  • 💎💎💎

    900+ episodes is an incredible feat!! These are powerful, vulnerable, and sometimes triggering conversations, yet I feel so at ease listening! You can tell how important this work is to Sara and she’s curated a beautiful community! There’s a good mix of 30min episodes and longer more in depth interviews depending on what you’re in the mood for!

    @getsetset

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _doremi101
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this woman!

    Sara is so relatable. She is so real and doesn’t hold back. I am so thankful for this tool to help us women get through life knowing we are not alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alli K Fit
    United States3 years ago
  • Fascinating guests…

    Fascinating guests & thoughtful discussions - highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenny Lisk
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    Uplifting, interesting, and interesting quests and topics. Happy to know about Sara and the 737 podcasts she has already recorded!!! WOW! Will be a devoted listener now that I have found her podcast. Highly recommend. Now pass it on and share it too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMuchnick
    United States3 years ago

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Fans appreciate the mix of personal stories with coaching frameworks, making concepts tangible for daily leadership.
Listeners praise actionable leadership advice and compassionate, clear communication from the host.
Audience notes the show provides practical tools for real-world leadership while fostering a supportive community.
Many comments highlight the host's authenticity and ability to address complex topics like gender dynamics and psychological safety.

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#158
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#188
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988: Loren Mayor: How to Build a Non-Linear Career with Impact and Integrity | Leadership Stories
Q: What are the core pillars you rely on to lead through crisis?
Listen actively, communicate transparently, make thinking visible, establish building blocks and clear steps, and create spaces for dialogue to navigate uncertainty while keeping people grounded and connected.
987: Sumur Williams: ADHD in Women: Why High Performers Are the Last to Get Diagnosed | Inclusive Leadership
Q: What are common characteristics of high-performing women with ADHD?
Traits include overcompensation, rapid accumulation of certifications and achievements, masking to appear 'on', starting many projects, and frequent pivots or launches, often with underlying executive dysfunction and energy regulation challenges.
987: Sumur Williams: ADHD in Women: Why High Performers Are the Last to Get Diagnosed | Inclusive Leadership
Q: How did Sumer come to discover her ADHD later in life?
Sumer describes going through therapy for bipolar disorder and anxiety, where her clinician suggested ADHD after observing patterns, leading to a diagnosis in her late 40s and a grief process about her past self and capabilities.
980: Katie Seltzer: Dismantling Systemic Barriers in Education and Leadership | Inclusive
Q: Tell people how the work-study program integrates into the student experience and how organizations can get involved.
The program integrates work-study by placing students in real jobs one day a week while maintaining strong school support, coaching for supervisors, and a 20% on-the-job learning component that offsets tuition; organizations can get involved by visiting the school's site or Cristo Rey Network to connect with local chapters.
974: How to Navigate Leadership Visibility and the Responsibility of Being Seen | Leadership Strategies
Q: What would happen if you could reframe your visibility as part of your responsibility of your leadership?
It becomes not just an ego-driven strategy for attention but a means to serve and empower others.

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This program centers on empowering women, transgender and non-binary leaders, plus allies, to lead with curiosity, empathy, and an inclusive mindset. Episodes frequently explore practical strategies to combat imposter syndrome, set boundaries, improve communication, and foster psychological safety and belonging within organizations. Notable throughlines include leadership development for underrepresented groups, actionable coaching, and real-world frameworks that emphasize sustainable leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and advocacy for marginalized voices. A distinctive thread is the blend of personal storytelling with concrete tools, making it helpful for listeners aiming to elevate themselves and their teams while aligning leader... more

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1. Emily Scherberth
2. Loren Mayor
3. Sumer Williams
4. Katie Seltzer
5. Blessing Adesiyan
6. Jennifer R. Hudson
7. Lauren Tetenbaum
8. Jessica Frew

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