“After 25 years at one company, making a change can feel daunting,” says Alexandra Barth. “You know the people, the processes, and the rhythm of the work, it’s familiar and comfortable. But when the opportunity at Wells Fargo came along, it was so compelling that I knew it was the right moment to embrace a […]
Part 2 of Words of Wisdom 2025 features women leaders who highlight the power of owning your identity, trusting your instincts, and creating environments where others can excel. They also speak openly about navigating visibility in male-dominated spaces, redefining success on their own terms, and choosing collaboration over competition. Their reflections remind us that leadership […]
“With AI there’s constant disruption,” says Monica Marquez. “It’s about how do you get people to become very agile and comfortable with that disruption? And how do you leverage and sustain that change?” A “MacGyver for Agentic-Human Reinvention,” Marquez does not shy away from disruption – she wholeheartedly embraces it. Previously profiled in 2021, she […]
As a leader who wishes to inspire and empower, you will be more impactful if you earn the trust of those whom you wish to lead. For that trust to be built upon a solid foundation, you must first cultivate a deep sense of inner self-trust. It’s an axiom for a reason. The most important […]
Modern leadership demands more than managing time and tasks. It requires being a master of personal capacity, and this is a matter of leading yourself first and foremost so that you can effectively and organically lead others, projects, or communities. For women in leadership, particularly in high-stakes industries like finance or law, the ability to […]
In 2025, a clear theme emerged from the leaders we had the privilege of profiling: meaningful leadership grows from the relationships we build, the self-awareness we cultivate, and the courage we bring to each new chapter. Across industries and backgrounds, these women shared the habits and mindsets that have shaped their journeys, including building personal […]
After moving to Singapore and stepping away from the intense pace of fintech leadership, I found unexpected lessons in Muay Thai, a sport that one needs to study the underlying culture to truly understand. Over a five-year period, I visited Thailand thirty times and interviewed world champion boxers such as Muay Thai Legend Chanchai Sor […]
“I can look back and point to the promotions, the double-digit growth, all the successes along the way, but I never truly believed in my success until I stepped out on my own and built a business,” says Deborah Overdeput. That moment of independence was not just a career milestone, but a shift in how […]
For many professionals, the word “networking” sparks anxiety. The first thought is often, “What do I have to offer?” That fear is common, but it is also misplaced. Every one of us brings value to a conversation—whether it comes from professional experience, nonprofit involvement, or simply shared interests. The key is to shift your perspective: […]
For many people jumping into a new job or career path, imposter syndrome can feel like an almost inevitable side effect. As the persistent whisper in the back of your head spews insecurities about your abilities, you learn the ropes of work culture and try your best to block out those harmful thoughts of self-criticism. […]