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Shameless Leadership

Sara Dean
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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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When the world feels heavy and chaotic, I hear the same question from leaders over and over again: “What do I say?” In this episode, I talk about why that question matters and why saying nothing can be just as harmful as saying the wrong thing. When ... more

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“Work that is meaningful has the power to change not just what we do, but who we become.” Gloria Steinem

Meaningful work isn’t just about what you do for a living—it’s about how your values, strengths, and sense of purpose show up in the world. Mean... more

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Leadership in 2026 is asking more of us. But, not necessarily in volume, output, or productivity.  It’s asking more from us in terms of depth, awareness, nuance, and intentionality.  The old leadership rules simply aren’t holding anymore - which is a... more

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Leadership visibility sounds empowering, even exciting… until you’re the one being seen. In this episode, I’m talking about why stepping into new levels of visibility so often triggers discomfort, imposter syndrome, and a very loud inner critic, espe... more

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Recent Guests

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
Michelle Desmond
Corporate executive turned Thanatologist, expert in dying, death, and bereavement.
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Episode: 959: Michelle Desmond: Why We Need to Talk About Death, Loss, and Grief at Work
Jamie Lee
Executive coach specializing in women and underrepresented leaders.
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Episode: 957: Jamie Lee: How to Amplify Self-Advocacy to Claim Your Power
Themba Dayton
A 30-year insurance professional in the employment benefits industry, living in the Pacific Northwest.
Episode: 952: Themba Dayton: The Power of Diversity In Building Effective and Successful Teams
Elena Joy Thurston
CEO of Latitude, a boutique HR consultancy specializing in creating sustainable leadership pipelines.
Latitude
Episode: 947: Elena Joy Thurston: Burnout, Belonging & Building Brave Leadership

Host

Sara Dean
Host of Shameless Leadership, an advocate for women's leadership, focusing on empowering underrepresented identities through storytelling and practical strategies for personal and professional growth.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 843 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 States5 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 Statesa year 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 States2 years ago
  • Fascinating guests…

    Fascinating guests & thoughtful discussions - highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenny Lisk
    United States2 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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Listeners appreciate the relatable and authentic approach of the host, noting her ability to tackle complex issues facing women in leadership with honesty and compassion.
The variety of guests contributes to enriching discussions, with many finding the content empowering and relevant to their personal and professional lives.
Listeners commend the practical tips and actionable advice shared, which resonates with their own experiences and aspirations for leadership.

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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.
972: Jennifer R. Hudson: Leadership, Loss, and the Quiet Power of Midlife Transitions
Q: What are practices that leaders can use to stay centered and purposeful in managing their energy?
Hudson emphasizes the importance of reflecting on core values and establishing a morning practice involving meditation, prayer, and exercise to sustain personal and professional balance.
972: Jennifer R. Hudson: Leadership, Loss, and the Quiet Power of Midlife Transitions
Q: Can you talk a little bit about how life transitions and grief have impacted the way that you lead?
Hudson explains how navigating personal losses has led her to focus more acutely on what truly matters in her leadership, advocating for authenticity and alignment with her values.
968: Lauren Tetenbaum: The Importance of Workplace Menopause Advocacy
Q: What inspired the book?
Lauren Tetenbaum was inspired to write her book because she realized she knew nothing about menopause and wanted to educate her generation on it.
965: Jessica Frew: Shove Your Shoulds to Become a Decision-Making Badass
Q: What does it mean about me if I move forward, if I switch, if I change?
We need to own that it's okay to evolve and take parts that work from past identities into new experiences, as decision-making can feel scary but opens up potential.

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Focuses on advancing leadership among women, non-binary, and transgender individuals, this podcast tackles essential issues impacting marginalized identities in leadership roles. Topics encompass overcoming inner critics, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism, while also providing effective strategies, practical tips, and inspiring narratives that enrich leadership skills and foster a sense of belonging. Each episode is designed to help listeners advocate for themselves and others, build psychological safety, and create inclusive work environments, as well as encouraging a shift towards compassionate and curious leadership practices.

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1. Blessing Adesiyan
2. Jennifer R. Hudson
3. Lauren Tetenbaum
4. Jessica Frew
5. La Tonya Roberts
6. Michelle Desmond
7. Jamie Lee
8. Themba Dayton

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