Women Changing The World

Lis Best
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Welcome to the Women Changing the World podcast: a podcast on a mission to shine a light on the real-life humans who are birthing the new. Tune in every other Tuesday for a new episode featuring one of the amazing leaders in our world.

  1. 1d ago

    Ep 93: Reflecting on TEDx and Standing at the Threshold

    What happens when you finally put something deeply personal and creatively ambitious out into the world, and then have to let go of control over what happens next?  After months of preparing for my first TEDx talk, I found myself in the strange liminal space between “it’s done” and “the world hasn’t seen it yet.” And underneath the excitement is the very human mix of nerves, self-doubt, waiting, and the question of how much space I’m willing to take up. In this reflective behind-the-scenes episode of the Women Changing the World podcast, I reflect on my TEDx journey, from discovering the opportunity and applying, to writing, rehearsing, giving the talk, and making peace with what I would have done differently.  I explore what it means to step into authority, make work that feels like art, embrace relational intelligence and feminine leadership, and practice grace when real life inevitably shapes what we create.  As I stand on my own threshold, I also share what’s coming next: a new manifesto and an intimate five-month experience designed to help other women step into your next chapter through embodied, relational leadership. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform. Episode Outline: [00:03:45] Why I wanted to capture my TEDx experience before the talk was released, and what it means to be witnessed at a much bigger scale. [00:21:22] The central idea behind my TEDx talk: why the leadership that created the climate crisis is not the leadership that will solve it, and why relational intelligence matters. [00:24:01] The reality of preparing for a TEDx talk, including rehearsal, memorization, self-doubt, and giving yourself grace when you’re doing ambitious work alongside real life. [00:26:33] What I would do differently—including making more personal invitations—and my reminder to let people decide for themselves whether they want to show up for your big moments. [00:34:02] What’s emerging on the other side of TEDx: my manifesto and The Threshold, a new intimate experience centered on embodied relational leadership, liminality, intuition, and creating the future we want to live into.   Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis   Resources Mentioned: Episode 22 with Gesche Haas Lindsay MacMillan’s Speaker Gateway Program Authority Letters with Ellen Donnelly This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark.   About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast.   Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents.

  2. Jul 7

    Ep 92: Becoming a Guide with Renée Lertzman

    Feeling overwhelmed by the magnitude of climate change and planetary crises?Wondering if your current efforts are actually making a difference, or if you're just spinning your wheels? In this inspiring conversation, Lis Best chats with founder, psychologist, researcher, and strategist Renée Lertzman about transforming our approach to climate action and change-making. Renée shares her groundbreaking insights on how understanding human psychology, especially around topics like control, trauma, and belonging, can help us become more effective change agents, impact strategists and conveners by reimagining our roles as guides. Together, they explore how to navigate the emotional landscape of environmental work with kindness, curiosity, and strategic compassion.  Whether you're leading a team, engaging stakeholders, or building community, this episode will help you navigate the emotional landscape of systems change work with grace, curiosity, and compassion.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform.   Episode Outline: [00:00] Introduction: Overcoming emotional barriers in climate impact work [08:12] Debunking outdated assumptions about human motivation and engagement in environmental action [15:22] The five guiding principles for effective change: Attune, Reveal, Convene, Equip, Sustain [27:18] Why the how of convening is critical—trauma-informed approaches to creating safe, powerful spaces [34:07] Understanding the role of control in impact work and practicing guiding instead of forcing [40:03] Tips for discerning whether your motivation is control or collective hope [41:58] The importance of staying in a state of expansion—neuroscience insights on resilience [44:40] Becoming a guide: cultivating self-awareness and evoking connection, not control [49:04] Renee’s upcoming book: So You Want to Change the World—a practical guide for change makers [52:07] How to stay connected with Renee: Substack, LinkedIn, and website [52:50] Closing remarks: Join community, stay inspired, and keep creating impact   Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis   Reneé Lertzman Info: Follow Renée Lertzman on LinkedIn Subscribe to Renée’s Substack Learn more about Project InsideOut  Renée Lertzman’s website   This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark.   About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast. Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents.

  3. Jun 23

    Ep 91: Leading Through Liminality with Jess Serrante

    In our current “world between worlds,” many of us are searching for certainty. Is the real invitation learning how to lead through the unknown? In this thoughtful conversation, Lis Best sits down with ritualist, cultural transformation facilitator, leadership coach, and We Are The Great Turning podcast host and creator Jess Serrante to explore liminality—the space between what was and what’s becoming. Jess shares the teachings of her mentor, Joanna Macy, the philosophy behind The Work That Reconnects, and why this moment in history calls for a different kind of leadership rooted in integrity, belonging, and collective responsibility. Together, they discuss how to navigate uncertainty, foster matriarchy, move beyond individualism, change systems, and lead with integrity during times of personal and societal transformation. If you're experiencing a life transition, questioning old systems, or searching for hope in a rapidly changing world, this conversation offers nurturing words, wisdom, perspective, and practical ways to embrace possibility in the unknown. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform.   Episode Outline: [05:30] Defining liminality and the transformational power of threshold moments [09:26] The three stories shaping our current world [11:20] Introducing The Great Turning and Joanna Macy’s legacy [22:05] Jess’s journey from climate activist to coach and facilitator [39:30] Leading through uncertainty, complexity, and change [40:00] Reframing disruption and the possibility hidden inside uncertainty [42:05] The myth of individualism and importance of belonging [44:40] Moving beyond the hero’s journey toward collective leadership [46:29] Finding hope in uncertainty and possibility   Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis   Jess Serrante Info: Follow Jess Serrante on Linkedin Follow Jess Serrante on Substack Jess Serrante’s website Tune into We Are the Great Turning This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark.   About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast. Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents.

  4. Jun 2

    Ep 90: Living into a New Dream with Stephanie Dolmat

    You can spend years building a “dream life”… and one day realize your soul is craving a new adventure. What happens when you leave behind the life you worked years to build and say yes to a completely different dream?  In this inspiring episode of Women Changing the World Podcast, Lis Best sits down with adventurer, writer, sailor, and strategic communications consultant Stephanie Dolmat to explore what it means to radically trust yourself and say yes to a new dream.    Stephanie shares the story of leaving corporate sustainability behind to sail across the Pacific Ocean, become the captain of her own sailboat, and build a life rooted in creativity, community, feminine leadership, and freedom. Together, they unpack fear, courage, asking for help, embracing uncertainty, and creativity as a compass and guide. If you’ve been craving more adventure, alignment, or courage in your own life, this conversation is for you.    Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform.   Episode Outline: [02:05] Why Stephanie left a career in corporate sustainability to pursue a more adventurous and creative life [08:56] What it was really like sailing 4,000 miles across the Pacific Ocean to French Polynesia [17:37] How to feel fear, face uncertainty, and still say yes to the life calling you forward [19:38] Stephanie’s perspective on feminine leadership, community, and becoming the captain of her sailboat [27:16] Why allowing opportunities to come to you can create an abundant and aligned business [30:03] How to cultivate a creativity practice that feels expansive, joyful, and deeply human [35:53] Stephanie’s favorite quotes on creativity, transformation, and self-expression [38:16] What Stephanie is calling in next as she continues building a life of adventure   Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis   Stephanie Dolmat Info: Subscribe to the Sea Witch Diaries on Substack Follow Stephanie on Linkedin   This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark.   About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast. Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents.

  5. May 19

    Ep 89: Imagining a Matriarchal Future with Tracee Worley

    What if the future isn’t about putting more women at the top of patriarchy — but imagining an entirely new system rooted in care, interdependence, restoration and collective well-being? What would the future look like if our systems were designed around care instead of extraction?  In this expansive and thought-provoking conversation, Lis Best sits down with Radical Futures founder and creative director Tracee Worley to explore what it means to imagine — and build — a matriarchal future.  Together, they unpack why hustle culture and “girl boss” feminism often keep us trapped inside broken systems — and how imagination, creativity and collective care can open the door to entirely new possibilities so we can reclaim our power. Tracee also shares the inspiration behind her “Artifacts from a Matriarchal Future” workshops, in which participants create tangible objects, rituals and systems from a future centered on care, justice, healing and regeneration. If you’re interested in systems change, feminist futures, regenerative leadership or building a more human-centered world, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired about what’s possible and what’s already on its way out. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform. Episode Outline: [06:43] How Tracee transitioned from teaching and social work into futurism, experience design and reimagining broken systems [12:22] What matriarchy actually means — and why it’s not simply “patriarchy with women in charge.” [16:44] Why imagination, rest and creativity are essential tools for building regenerative futures [24:52] Inside Tracee’s “Artifacts from a Matriarchal Future” workshops and game, helping people imagine new systems [32:28] How restorative justice, grandmothers and community wisdom could reshape the future of accountability [39:07] The powerful Indigenous teaching that “we are the law” — and what it means for reclaiming power [41:31] How Tracee balances realism, grief, hope and collective responsibility against a backdrop of polycrisis Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis   Tracee Worley Info: Follow Tracee on Linkedin Visit the Radical Futures website Receive Dispatches from the Future Join an upcoming Radical Futures workshop This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark. About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast. Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents

  6. May 5

    Ep 88: Increasing the Surface Area for Luck with Carly Valancy

    You know you should be networking, but when you try, it feels forced, awkward, or performative. You second-guess your outreach, overthink every word, or don’t hit send at all.  In this energizing conversation, Lis Best sits down with Carly Valancy to reframe networking as a creative, human, and even joyful practice. Carly shares her signature framework for writing “unignorable emails” and how small, intentional reach-outs can unlock unexpected opportunities. Together, they explore how to increase your “surface area for luck” by following curiosity, embracing honesty, and daring to be seen.   Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform. Episode Outline: [08:12] Why the “front door” approach to opportunities is broken—and what to do instead [12:21] The 4-part framework for writing an unignorable email [16:02] How to send bold “moonshot” emails (even when you don’t feel ready yet) [32:50] The difference between chasing outcomes vs. placing yourself in the “current of serendipity.” [45:12] Simple, actionable steps to reach out today—without overthinking or overcomplicating Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis Carly Valancy Info: Carly’s LinkedIn Carly’s website Reach Out Party TETHER This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark.   About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast. Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents.

  7. Apr 21

    Ep 87: Reimagining ambition with Amber Stryker

    You followed the “right” path—career growth, leadership roles, meaningful work—and still, something feels off. The ambition that once fueled you now feels heavier, especially as your choices start impacting the people you love. And suddenly, the question isn’t just “What’s next?”… it’s 'Do I even want what I once worked so hard for?” In this intimate and honest conversation, Lis Best sits down with Amber Stryker, founder and CEO of Bespoke ESG, to explore what it really looks like to reimagine ambition as you grow and evolve.  Amber shares the messy middle of building a business, charting a new path, and learning to ask: What do I want now? What do I want to try?  Together, they unpack how to let go of definitions of success that don’t serve us, lean on a human support system, honor “quiet progress,” and trust that your choices don’t have to be forever. This conversation is a powerful reminder that growth isn’t always loud—sometimes it’s quiet, steady, and only truly visible in hindsight. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform. Episode Outline: [00:03] Why doing the thing you “said you’d never do” can unlock a new identity [00:06] How to rethink ambition when your priorities shift (career, family, life) [17:58] The power of asking “What do I want now?”—and letting go of past ambitions [26:40] What starting a business really looks like (including doubt, pivots, and post-it reminders) [31:47] How to navigate uncertainty without losing yourself—and why support systems matter [42:16] The idea of “quiet progress” and how to recognize wins even when they don’t feel big Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis   Follow along with Amber Stryker and Bespoke ESG: Amber’s Linkedin Bespoke ESG on LinkedIn Bespoke ESG website and newsletter sign-up   This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark.   About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast. Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents.

  8. Apr 7

    Ep 86: Enoughness and Having Enough with Erin Byrne

    In this episode, Lis Best sits down with Erin Byrne to explore the deeply personal and powerful concept of “enoughness.” In a world that constantly asks us to do more, be more, and achieve more, it’s easy to lose sight of what enough even feels like. The pressure to keep up can quietly turn into burnout, self-doubt, or a lingering sense that no matter what we accomplish, it’s never quite sufficient. From corporate burnout to redefining identity and impact, Erin shares how learning to feel—and define—“enough” can unlock clarity, purpose, and meaningful action. Together, they unpack how embracing enoughness can help you show up more fully in your work, parenting, and the world and create space for the impact that actually matters. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, or on your favorite podcast platform. Episode Outline: [00:03] Erin’s journey from corporate leadership burnout to redefining her identity beyond her job title [00:09] What “enoughness” really means—and why it’s rooted in contentment, purpose, and confidence [00:11] How early experiences can shape our belief systems around not feeling “good enough.” [00:15] Practical ways to cultivate enoughness through reflection, self-awareness, and community [00:21] Why small actions matter—and how to take meaningful impact without burning out Connect with Us: Lis Best's website Learn more about the Girls Club Collective Connect with Girls Club Collective and Lis Best on LinkedIn Join the next GCC Community Power Hour Inquire about coaching with Lis   Erin Byrne Info: Linkedin Consulting website Enoughness website   This episode was post-produced and edited by Yanina Mora.  The intro and outro music was created and produced by Daniel Mark.   About Lis: Lis Best is an executive coach for impact leaders, founder of the Girls Club Collective, and host of the Women Changing the World podcast. Since launching her business in 2020, Lis has helped hundreds of leaders navigate ESG and sustainability careers, launch heart-centered businesses, and become more effective change agents

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Welcome to the Women Changing the World podcast: a podcast on a mission to shine a light on the real-life humans who are birthing the new. Tune in every other Tuesday for a new episode featuring one of the amazing leaders in our world.

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  • Creator
    Lis Best
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    Women Changing The World