Female Founder Unplugged

Lindsay White
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Welcome to Female Founder Unplugged, the podcast for ambitious female entrepreneurs who are scaling businesses, leading teams, and navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship—all while trying to keep their sanity intact. Hosted by Lindsay White, a people & culture strategist, leadership coach, speaker and best-selling author, this show dives deep into the unfiltered realities of growing and leading a successful business. We’re talking about the messy middle—hiring struggles, leadership challenges, burnout, and the moments no one posts about on Instagram. Each episode features honest, no-BS conversations with powerhouse female founders who share their wins, their failures, and the hard-earned lessons they’ve learned along the way. If you’ve ever wondered how to scale without losing yourself in the process, how to build a high-performing team without the hiring headaches, or how to stay connected to your vision when the pressure is on—this is the show for you. So, if you’re ready to unplug from the noise, the self-doubt, and the unrealistic highlight reels, hit subscribe and let’s get real about what it actually takes to grow and lead with confidence. 🎧 New episodes go live every Thursday! Subscribe now and let’s get unplugged.

  1. 2D AGO

    [S5, Ep35] The CEO Dilemma: Why Growth Feels So Lonely (And What to Do About It)

    Send a text You’ve built the business. Your team is growing, and opportunities are expanding! Your success means more visibility, more responsibility, and more people depending on you. But all of this happening can actually make you feel quite lonely and unsupported... You can’t vent down, and you don't want to worry your team, your family. Because everyone assumes you’ve figured it out by now. In this episode of Female Founder Unplugged, I’m talking about this stage of growth — when your business has evolved, but your leadership support hasn’t. ✨ Episode Highlights:  🏔️ Why scaling can feel isolating, even when things are going well  🤍  The quiet pressure high-performing women carry  👑 The shift from founder to true CEO This is exactly why I created the LPC Accelerator. But because at this level, you need a place to think clearly, lead intentionally, and build the kind of team and culture that actually supports you. The Accelerator is for women who are scaling and realizing that growth requires more than strategy. It requires support. Real conversations. Strong leadership foundations. A room where you don’t have to carry it all quietly.  If your business is growing but it feels heavier than it should, you don’t have to navigate that alone.   Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    18 min

  2. FEB 5

    [S5, Ep34] Redesigning Your CEO Role for Real Growth

    Send a text So… your business is growing, your team’s stronger than ever, and for the first time, things are running without you in every detail. That should feel like freedom, right? But instead, you’re feeling lost. Maybe a little guilty. Maybe even… useless. In this episode, I’m getting real about the identity shift that happens when you finally move out of operator mode and into your CEO seat. The weird in-between, the grief, the guilt, the “who even am I now?” moments. I’ll walk you through the four roles your business actually needs from you now (because “visionary” isn’t the full picture), and how to start owning them in a way that feels aligned and real, not like you’re faking it 'til you make it.  What You’ll Hear: 🌿 Why stepping out of the weeds can feel harder than staying in the 🎢 The emotional rollercoaster of letting go (and why it’s totally normal) ⭐ The 4 CEO roles every founder needs to step into: Visionary StewardCulture KeeperStrategic LeaderDecision Architect📖 Two client stories of what redefining your role actually looks like If you’ve delegated well, but now you feel disconnected from your own business, if you’re caught between “I’m not needed anymore” and “I don’t know what my job is now... This is the real work of becoming the CEO—not just in title, but in how you lead every day.  When you've listened to this episode, I want you to think and ask yourself, what kind of strategic thinking does this business need for me right now? This is where the CEO shift comes from. And this is why I've created a CEO Shift Map for you to start asking the questions and reflecting on being a CEO who leads every day. You can download your CEO Shift Map here: https://go.highvoltageleadership.ca/resource-library Want More Help Making This Shift? Inside the LPC Accelerator, we do this work together. We’ll redefine your role, build leadership systems that actually support you, and help your team rise with you. Cohort starts in March. DM me @highvoltleadership or check this link to grab your spot: https://highvoltageleadership.ca/lpc-accelerator/ If this episode made you feel seen, share it with a business bestie who needs it too. 🫶 And if you haven’t yet, please subscribe and leave a quick review. It means the world.  Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    17 min

  3. JAN 29

    [S5, Ep33] The Leadership Shift You Need to Scale

    Send us a text You’re not new to running a business—but lately, it feels like the weight of every decision, deadline, and deliverable is landing on your shoulders. Even with a solid team, you’re still stuck in the middle of it all. But that can change! In this episode, I’m walking you through what I call the invisible architecture—the behind-the-scenes systems that keep your business moving without burning you out. We’ll talk about what’s missing in most growing businesses, and how to finally shift out of overwhelm and into your role as CEO. Inside this episode:  ✨  Why so many founders feel like they have to be “on” all the time  🧠 What decision fatigue looks like, and how to reduce it  🧱 Three key elements your business needs to grow without chaos  📖 Real stories from clients who’ve made these changes and are now leading with clarity (not scrambling to keep up) If you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll just figure it out,” or “It’s easier if I do it myself,” this one’s for you.  Want to go deeper?  📄 Download: The Rhythm & Resilience: Leadership Worksheet This practical guide will help you spot the structural gaps in your business and start building the clarity and rhythm you need to lead with less stress and more impact.  Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    25 min

  4. JAN 22

    [S5, Ep32] Building a Team That Fits: Fewer "Shoulds," More Strategy (with Rachel Pedersen)

    Send us a text She downsized, reset, and rehired... And what she learned about people strategy will change how you build your team.  In this episode, I sit down with social media strategist  Rachel Pedersen to unpack the real and raw lessons behind scaling a team, downsizing with intention, and rebuilding. From “panic hires” to people-pleasing to over-collecting team members out of guilt, Rachel shares how her business hit a breaking point—and how a better people strategy helped her reclaim clarity, culture, and calm. ✨ Episode Highlights 🚫 Why panic hiring and people-pleasing can quietly wreck your business 🎯 The importance of leading with your core values (and Rachel's "core values filter") ❤️ Being kind, while still being a strong leader 💬 Cutting out the workplace drama 🧠 How self-reflection can become the foundation of your leadership Your people strategy should be evolving, just like you are as a leader.  Connect with Rachel: IG: @themrspedersen https://rachelpedersen.com/ 👉 Check out the LPC Accelerator Here Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    34 min

  5. JAN 15

    [S5, Ep31] Why Being the Final Decision-Maker Is Holding Your Business Back

    Send us a text You’ve built the team. You’ve tried delegating. But somehow, you're still making the final call on every. single. thing. Sound familiar? Then this episode is a must-listen. We’re digging deep into the “Final Decision Maker Trap”—that sneaky leadership dynamic that keeps you stuck as the bottleneck, even when your intentions are good. This episode is all about bringing you clarity, ownership, and a structure that actually supports your team to lead alongside you. Because delegation without decision rights isn’t leadership. It’s just another form of overwhelm. ⚡️ Episode Highlights 🧠 The real reason your team keeps bringing you options but no decisions 🔁 How unintentionally “re-deciding” is keeping your team stuck 🫶 The surprising connection between people-pleasing and burnout 🧭 How to shift from a helpful boss → high-impact leader 🧰 Simple, scalable steps to create ownership without micromanagement This episode is packed with practical insights and real client stories straight from the LPC Accelerator. If you're ready to scale your business without being “on” 24/7 (or sacrificing the culture you love)—this one’s for you. 👉 Ready to finally lead like the CEO your business needs? Join the LPC Accelerator. This high-touch program is designed to help you step out of the weeds, build a high-performing team, and scale with clarity, confidence, and culture at the core.  🎧 And if this episode hit home, share it with a fellow founder, and don’t forget to subscribe so you catch next week’s follow-up: building a leadership structure that fuels growth and frees you. Support the Show Our mission at Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1,000 female entrepreneurs every season—and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe, leave a review, and share your favorite episodes with your business besties. Together, we’re paving the path for more women to lead boldly, grow sustainably, and build lasting impact. Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    15 min

  6. JAN 8

    [S5, Ep30] Delegation Stops Working As Your Business Grows

    Send us a text Happy New Year, my friends! If you're entering 2026 with equal parts excitement and exhaustion, you’re not alone. Your business is growing. You’ve built something you're proud of. But quietly, behind the success, there’s burnout. There's  “I should be better at this by now.” Sound familiar? In this episode of Female Founder Unplugged, I’m confronting a truth that leadership advice tends to bypass: the problem isn't delegation — it’s your leadership design. Your business has evolved, but your leadership system likely hasn’t caught up. That’s why the delegation keeps boomeranging back to your desk. ✨ Episode Highlights: 🧠 Why “just delegate more” is a toxic half-truth  ⚙️ What’s really causing your team to bottleneck (and it’s not lack of talent) 🔁 How delegation without structure becomes a leadership boomerang 🧭 The invisible cost of protecting your culture without clear communication 💥 A mindset shift to save you from burnout this year If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in decision quicksand, or like your business is outgrowing you, this conversation will feel like a deep breath. And it's part one of a powerful two-part series to kick off your new year with clarity and courage, so stay tuned! 📝 Reflection Question for the Week: What kind of leadership does this version of your business require from you? (Write it down, sit with it… We’re answering it together in next week’s episode.) 👉 If you haven’t already, hit subscribe so you don’t miss Part 2 — "Why Being the Final Decision-Maker Is Holding Your Business Back" — dropping next Thursday. And while you're waiting for that episode to drop, you can follow me on LinkedIn for exclusive content, resources, and special offers just for listeners. ✨ Support the Show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table and providing opportunities for financial independence. Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    16 min

  7. 2025-12-18

    [S5, Ep29] 2025: What a Year! Leadership Lessons, Overcommitment, and Scaling with Intention

    Send us a text 2025 stretched a lot of founders and exposed some serious cracks in the way we lead. In this episode, I’m unpacking the biggest leadership lessons I learned this year and the 3 high-voltage shifts I’m making to step into 2026 with more clarity, space, and CEO energy. If you’ve been the bottleneck, the fixer, the Chief Everything Officer… this one’s for you. Episode Highlights: ⚡ Why 2025 cracked open old leadership habits📉 The real reason your team is still waiting on you🧠 The 3 shifts to make if you’re ready to lead like a CEO🛑 Why resourcing > rescuing (and how to stop carrying what isn’t yours)🧾 The free resource I created to help you reset before 2026 hits👉 Download the 2026 CEO Prep Worksheet — because 2026 requires a different way of leading. And if you want support turning those insights into action, book a Spark Session with me and we’ll map out your next steps for January. As the year comes to a close, I just want to say thank you for being here and for being part of this incredible community. 👉 Contact Cardinal Studios at: cardinalstudio.co or mike@cardinalstudio.co Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    13 min

  8. 2025-12-11

    [S5, Ep28] Fuel Your Leadership (with Dietitian Lindsay Martens)

    Send us a text This episode is a wake-up call for every founder who's ever skipped lunch, powered through with coffee, or told herself she's “too busy” to use the washroom.  I'm joined by dietitian and women’s wellness expert Lindsay Martens for a refreshingly honest conversation about how self-leadership starts at the most fundamental level — with what your body actually needs to function, focus, and feel good. ✨ Episode Highlights: Why so many smart, successful women ignore basic needsHow dehydration actually puts your brain in survival modeWhat it means to lead yourself first through food and self-awarenessWhy we overthink food — and how to make it simple againThe fiber + protein combo that actually supports your hormonesWhy self-compassion might be your most powerful leadership tool👉 Take Lindsay's “Quiet the Food Noise Quiz” to uncover your biggest food mindset blocks and get personalized tips to make food feel easier, calmer, and more intuitive: https://lindsaymartensnutrition.com/quiz/ 👉 Book a Spark Session with me here. 👉 Contact Cardinal Studios at: cardinalstudio.co or mike@cardinalstudio.co Support the show Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

    35 min
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Welcome to Female Founder Unplugged, the podcast for ambitious female entrepreneurs who are scaling businesses, leading teams, and navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship—all while trying to keep their sanity intact. Hosted by Lindsay White, a people & culture strategist, leadership coach, speaker and best-selling author, this show dives deep into the unfiltered realities of growing and leading a successful business. We’re talking about the messy middle—hiring struggles, leadership challenges, burnout, and the moments no one posts about on Instagram. Each episode features honest, no-BS conversations with powerhouse female founders who share their wins, their failures, and the hard-earned lessons they’ve learned along the way. If you’ve ever wondered how to scale without losing yourself in the process, how to build a high-performing team without the hiring headaches, or how to stay connected to your vision when the pressure is on—this is the show for you. So, if you’re ready to unplug from the noise, the self-doubt, and the unrealistic highlight reels, hit subscribe and let’s get real about what it actually takes to grow and lead with confidence. 🎧 New episodes go live every Thursday! Subscribe now and let’s get unplugged.

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  • Creator
    Lindsay White
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    223
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 727676
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    Female Founder Unplugged