UNSHAKEABLE HER: Get Promoted by Building Leadership, Influence and Confidence (For Women Done Being Overlooked)

Caroline Esterson from Inspire Your Genius
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You're already leading. So why does it still feel like nobody's noticed? Unshakeable Her is the leadership podcast for ambitious women who are done second-guessing themselves in systems that weren't designed for them. Every week we get into the promotion strategies that get you recognised for the leader you already are by exploring the real science of leadership confidence, the unwritten rules of influence, and how to build the kind of presence that makes promotion inevitable. Hosted by Caroline Esterson - a leadership development specialist with 30 years inside hundreds of organisations, who knows exactly why brilliant women get overlooked and what to do about it. This podcast offers practical, repeatable ways to build influence, confidence, and career momentum. Each week you'll learn: How to build the visibility and strategic positioning that gets you promoted.How to lead with more influence without losing yourself in the process.The science behind imposter syndrome in leadership (and what actually shifts it) so you can get promoted.With new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, ‘Unshakeable Her’ delivers stories, strategy, and insight to help you become someone nobody can shake. New here?  Episode #7 is your imposter syndrome reset. Episode #56 is where leadership finally clicks.

  1. 11h ago

    #99 | Are You Avoiding The One Conversation Your Leadership, Influence And Promotion Actually Depend On?

    What if the biggest obstacle to your influence isn't your ability—it's the way your workday is structured? If you're a leader who consistently delivers results but still struggles to build visibility and influence, this episode reveals why. You'll discover the neuroscience behind why informal conversations create stronger relationships than formal meetings, hear a defining career story about choosing courage over comfort, and learn how today's workplace has unintentionally made leadership influence harder to build. In this episode, you'll discover: Why your brain builds trust and influence more effectively during informal conversations than scheduled meetings.The leadership lesson that transformed a high-pressure client conflict into one of the most important moments of long-term influence.Three practical ways to intentionally create the informal moments that strengthen your influence, leadership, and professional reputation.If you're ready to become the leader people naturally trust, follow, and remember long after the meeting ends, this episode will show you where real influence is built—and how to create more of it. Resources mentioned in this episode: Reinventing the Water Cooler (and Why It Matters) – ZRG Partners: Matthew Lieberman TEDx Talk – The Social Brain and Its SuperpowersNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

    17 min

  2. 2d ago

    #98 | The Single Question You Need To Help You Create Magnetic Influence Beyond Just Being Liked As A Leader

    Can being well liked actually be the reason your career has stalled? For many professionals, the shift to hybrid and remote work quietly removed the very moments where influence was built. If you're a trusted leader who consistently delivers results but still feels overlooked for bigger opportunities, this episode explores why—and what to do differently. Through Rachel's story, you'll discover the hidden difference between being valued and being influential, and why leadership today requires a new approach. In this episode, you'll discover: Why influence—not simply being trusted—is what separates high performers from those who get promoted into senior leadership.How the loss of informal workplace interactions has changed the way every leader builds influence in a hybrid world.The powerful question that shifts your leadership from solving problems to creating lasting influence and strategic impact.If you're ready to strengthen your influence, elevate your leadership, and become the leader people think of when opportunities arise, this episode will give you practical insights you can start applying immediately. New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

    18 min

  3. 5d ago

    #97 | Find Your Gorilla and Use the Leadership Influence You Have Been Hiding to Finally Get Promoted

    Are you doing incredible work but still wondering why someone else keeps getting promoted? If you're waiting for your work to speak for itself, this episode will challenge that belief. You'll discover why leadership isn't just about doing great work—it's about making your strategic value visible, having the conversations that matter, and building the influence that helps decision-makers see your potential before the next promotion opportunity arrives. In this episode, you'll discover: How to identify and communicate your biggest strategic contributions so your leadership becomes impossible to overlook.Why influence is built through intentional conversations—not simply years of experience or hard work.Three practical actions you can take this week to close the gap between what you're capable of and what others recognize, putting you in a stronger position to get promoted.If you're ready to stop waiting for recognition and start positioning yourself for your next promotion, this episode will give you practical strategies you can put into action today. New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

    16 min

  4. Jul 1

    #96 | The Conditional Thinking Shift That Makes Your Hidden Leadership Visible and Gets You Promoted

    What if the biggest thing stopping you from getting promoted isn’t your performance—but how you see your own leadership? Many highly capable professionals consistently underestimate their strategic contribution, even when the evidence says otherwise. In this episode, you'll discover the research behind why that happens, how conditional thinking can help you challenge the labels you've accepted about yourself, and why many performance review systems overlook the very qualities that predict leadership potential. You'll also leave with practical questions to help you recognize and communicate the value you're already creating. By listening, you'll learn: How conditional thinking helps you recognize the strategic leadership skills you're already using.Why many performance review systems fail to identify leadership potential—and how to make your impact more visible.Three powerful questions to help you build confidence, communicate your value, and position yourself to get promoted.If you're ready to stop underselling your contribution and start being seen for the leadership you're already demonstrating, this episode will give you practical, research-backed tools to help you take that next step toward getting promoted. New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

    19 min

  5. Jun 29

    #95 | The 1 Question That Unveils Your Hidden Leadership Qualities And Upgrades Your Promotion Prospects.

    Have you ever wondered why someone with less experience seems to get the promotion while you keep delivering exceptional results without being noticed? If you've built a reputation as the reliable person who always gets the job done, this episode may explain why your hidden leadership isn't translating into promotion opportunities. Through Diane's story, you'll discover how years of strategic thinking can remain invisible when you never make your value visible—and the simple shift that can completely change how others see your leadership. In this episode, you'll discover: How hidden leadership shows up every day—and why others may never recognize it unless you do.Why being the person everyone depends on can unintentionally hold back your promotion.The powerful self-reflection question that helps you uncover, articulate, and demonstrate your strategic value.If you're ready to stop being overlooked and start getting recognized for the leadership you're already demonstrating, this episode will help you take the first step toward your next promotion. New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

    13 min

  6. Jun 26

    #94 | 3 Small Leadership Moves To Instantly Elevate Your Influence and Make You An Obvious Pick For Promotion.

    What if the biggest obstacle to your next promotion isn't a lack of talent—but the fact that you're trapped in reactive mode? If you're constantly busy, solving problems, attending meetings, and keeping everything moving, you may feel productive. But are those activities actually increasing your visibility, influence, and opportunities for promotion? This episode explores why so many talented leaders get stuck in a cycle of doing rather than thinking—and how a small shift in focus can create a massive impact on your career. Through the story of Sarah, a high-performing sales director, you'll discover how challenging one long-standing team habit unlocked better conversations, stronger leadership moves, and greater influence across her team. In this episode, you'll learn: How reactive work patterns quietly reduce your visibility and limit promotion opportunities.Why questioning inherited processes can dramatically increase your influence as a leader.The simple leadership moves that create space for strategic thinking, better ideas, and stronger results.Listen now to discover how one small shift in focus can help you build more influence, make smarter leadership moves, and position yourself for promotion. New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

    16 min

  7. Jun 24

    #93 | The Random Analogy That Shows How You're Blocking Your Own Path To Success. (Leadership, Influence, Promotion)

    Watch the Invisible Gorilla Experiment Here Are you working harder than ever—but still not getting the visibility, influence, and promotion opportunities you deserve? Most professionals assume career growth comes from doing more, responding faster, and staying on top of every task. But what if your brain is wired to keep you focused on the urgent at the expense of the important? In this episode, we explore the science behind reactive thinking, why organizations unintentionally reinforce it, and how it may be limiting your ability to stand out as a leader. In this episode, you'll discover: Why your brain naturally defaults to reactive mode—and how that impacts your visibility, influence, and promotion potential.What the famous Invisible Gorilla Experiment teaches us about the opportunities and patterns you may be missing at work.Three powerful questions that will help you create more space for strategic thinking, leading with influence, and career growth.Listen now to learn how a small shift in attention can dramatically increase your influence, visibility, and readiness for your next promotion. New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

    16 min

  8. Jun 22

    #92 | Why You Need To Stop Reacting And Start Leading If You Want To Build Greater Opportunities For Success. (Leadership, Influence, Promotion)

    What if the biggest barrier to your next promotion isn’t your capability—but the fact that you’re trapped in reactive mode? You work hard, deliver results, and keep everything moving. But if your days are filled with responding, firefighting, and following inherited processes, you may be sacrificing the very visibility and influence that drive career progression. In this episode, you'll discover why busyness is often mistaken for value, how one leader transformed her team by challenging a long-standing habit, and what you can do to create space for more strategic impact. In this episode, you'll learn: Why reactive working quietly undermines your visibility, influence, and promotion opportunities—even when you're performing well.How to identify outdated habits, meetings, and processes that consume time without creating meaningful value.A simple leadership shift that helps you move from managing activity to leading with influence and creating greater impact.Listen now to uncover the hidden habits that may be limiting your influence and promotion potential—and learn how to create space for the work that truly gets noticed. New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at caroline@inspireyourgenius.com - I read them all. And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her. Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.

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You're already leading. So why does it still feel like nobody's noticed? Unshakeable Her is the leadership podcast for ambitious women who are done second-guessing themselves in systems that weren't designed for them. Every week we get into the promotion strategies that get you recognised for the leader you already are by exploring the real science of leadership confidence, the unwritten rules of influence, and how to build the kind of presence that makes promotion inevitable. Hosted by Caroline Esterson - a leadership development specialist with 30 years inside hundreds of organisations, who knows exactly why brilliant women get overlooked and what to do about it. This podcast offers practical, repeatable ways to build influence, confidence, and career momentum. Each week you'll learn: How to build the visibility and strategic positioning that gets you promoted.How to lead with more influence without losing yourself in the process.The science behind imposter syndrome in leadership (and what actually shifts it) so you can get promoted.With new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, ‘Unshakeable Her’ delivers stories, strategy, and insight to help you become someone nobody can shake. New here?  Episode #7 is your imposter syndrome reset. Episode #56 is where leadership finally clicks.

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