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Frustrated And Exhausted

Welcome to "Frustrated and Exhausted," a podcast for women in leadership! I"m Ruth Wood, a leadership coach for women, and I’m here to help you navigate life without feeling overwhelmed. This podcast is for you if you"re tired of juggling so many things. Here, I"ll share experiences, tips, and practical ways to find balance and thrive in leadership without sacrificing your sanity.

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10:03

Mirror Mirror - Leadership and Self-Delusion

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/11/19

In this insightful episode, I dive deep into the theme of self-reflection and authenticity in leadership. I explore how leaders can become distanced from their true selves, often falling for a curated and polished version that feels safe and familiar. Through personal stories and coaching anecdotes, I unpack the subtle dangers of self-delusion and the ego’s protective fog.00:01:00 – 00:02:14Discussion about blind spots, the role of ego in clouding our self-view, and how we often curate a polished

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42:17

Authenticity In Action

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/11/12

In this inspiring conversation, Lucy Barnes shares her personal journey from growing up in the care system to her current role as a pupil barrister and founder of Lawyers who Care—the UK’s first organisation creating mentoring and paid work experience for care experienced aspiring lawyers.Lucy talks candidly about overcoming adversity, the importance of high expectations for care experienced young people, and how her background has cultivated skills essential for a career in law: resilience,

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13:46

The Shadow Side of Leadership

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/11/05

Today, we’re diving deep into the lesser-talked-about “shadowy side” of leadership. While leadership is often framed around positivity, strength, and values, there’s a whole set of unseen influences—the parts of ourselves we’d rather not acknowledge—that shape the way we lead. Drawing on ideas from Freud, Carl Jung, and practical leadership coaching, we explore how ignoring our shadows can come back to bite us, why avoidance doesn’t make our flaws disappear, and how self-awareness and ownership are

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10:51

Haunted By Old Stories

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/10/29

Welcome to “Frustrated and Exhausted,” the podcast supporting women in career and leadership. In this reflective October episode, I dive deep into how past experiences can quietly haunt us in our professional lives—especially as the season shifts and we find ourselves reflecting more.Recognizing these patterns is crucial. I advise listeners to name the beliefs that haunt them and examine if they're still relevant or helpful. Through reflection, we can thank the past for its lessons and consciously

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10:29

Your Time Isn't A Buffet

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/10/21

In this episode, we tackle the all-too-familiar “buffet” approach to time—why piling your schedule high with every request isn’t sustainable, and how to protect your energy for what really matters. The host shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, having trade-off conversations, and making your time more impactful—especially for women leaders prone to overcommitting.[00:01:02]– Connecting the buffet analogy to overstuffed workloads at work[00:01:46]– Why September is a peak "just a quick

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01:07:31

Where Are We Now WIth The Fight For Gender Equality?...

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/10/14

Welcome to a powerful episode of Ruth: Frustrated and Exhausted, where our host is joined by Penny East, CEO of the Fawcett Society—the UK's leading charity campaigning for gender equality and women’s rights. Together, they dive deep into what equity really looks like in today’s fast-changing world.Penny sheds light on everything from closing the gender pay gap and the underrepresentation of women in AI and politics, to ongoing workplace barriers and the challenges of combating violence against

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15:02

Soft Voice, Strong Spine

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/10/07

Welcome to the 100th episode ofFrustrated and Exhausted! In this milestone episode, I dive into the theme of “Soft Voice, Strong Spine,” unpacking the persistent myths around leadership, communication, and impact—especially for women in the workplace.Celebrating Episode 100:A heartfelt thank you to all listeners and supporters. Making it to 100 episodes is a proud achievement—especially given how many podcasts don’t make it past the first few.[00:00:43]–Episode Theme: “Soft Voice, Strong

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39:42

Telling Stories That Change The World with Dr. Monica...

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/09/30

This week, we're joined by Dr. Monica Nangia, a seasoned higher education leader with more than 20 years of experience. Dr. Monica is celebrated for her sharp insight, commitment to equity, and a powerful, student-centred leadership approach. She’s also leading an initiative capturing the stories of women of colour in higher education—spotlighting both their achievements and the barriers they've had to overcome.What we cover in this episode:Dr. Monica’s personal journey into higher education

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44:20

Bridging the Gap with Silke Bloem

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/09/23

In this episode ofFrustrated and Exhausted, I sit down with Silke Bloem, who shares her journey from physicist to research manager and leader, and the invaluable insights she's gained along the way. They unpack big topics around career pivots, the role of science in management, cultural assumptions, and what it really takes to build collaborative, trusting teams—especially when you’re “in the middle” between different stakeholders.From Physics Lab to Leadership:Silke opens up about what initially

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13:21

The Politics of Exhaustion

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/09/16

In this heartfelt and timely episode of "Frustrated and Exhausted," I dive into the concept of "the politics of exhaustion". The discussion centers on how current political climates—characterized by division, blame, and relentless negative news cycles—are deeply impacting women's well-being, both at work and at home.I explore how societal and political systems perpetuate a chronic state of tiredness, especially for women. From right-wing protests to polarized debates in the UK, the news is

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12:14

Energy Not Urgency

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/09/09

Welcome back toFrustrated and Exhausted! In this episode, your host dives deep into how to harness the revitalizing “September energy” and steer clear of the all-too-familiar sprint towards end-of-year burnout. Listen in and learn how to set the pace for a sustainable, energized team—without falling into the trap of constant urgency.[00:01:46] Different ways people return from leave and the misleading appearance of “energy” that might actually be urgency.[00:02:29] Signs of urgency in teams—diary

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34:18

Off The Beaten Track- Redefining Career Success with...

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/09/02

Welcome to another episode ofFrustrated and Exhausted! This week, we’re joined by Elizabeth Brauer, Head of HR at 1IO, for a heartfelt and honest conversation about stepping away from the traditional career path and redefining what success really means.Episode Highlights:Early Career Crossroads:Elizabeth shares how, at just 18, an unexpected life event led her away from the “expected” pathway (college → university → job) and into an unconventional—and ultimately fulfilling—career.Ambition and

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10:41

Taking Up Space

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/08/26

In this episode, I dive deep into the concept of "taking up space" as women, leaders, and human beings in progress. Using the vibrant, expansive energy of summer as a metaphor, Ruth explores how we often feel more permission to expand — and why so many women are conditioned to shrink themselves, both literally and figuratively.[00:02:11] – Shrinking Ourselves & The Airplane AnalogyRuth shares her experience of physically shrinking herself while flying for work, compared to men who take up more

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40:58

Climbing Without A Map

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/08/19

In this empowering episode ofFrustrated and Exhausted, we get to know Seema Kisney, who shares her journey from a working-class background in the north of England to a senior digital leadership role at the Royal College of Art. Seema’s story is about building a career with no blueprint—navigating tech, leadership, and ambition without a network or roadmap.Key Themes:Becoming What You Couldn't See:Seema reflects on not having visible role models in leadership or tech while growing up. Her journey is

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12:41

Out of Office, But Not Out of Mind

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/08/12

Welcome back to another episode of Frustrated and Exhausted, hosted by Ruth Wood! If your out-of-office is on, but your mind is juggling meetings, to-do lists, and family responsibilities, this episode is for you.[00:01:33] – Personal Story & Invisible LoadRuth discusses her difficulties in slowing down, the constant mental “tabs” open in her mind, and shares personal anecdotes of balancing work, parenting, and preparing for holidays.[00:04:03] – The Emotional & Invisible LaborShe touches on

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11:31

The Quiet Season

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/08/05

In this episode, I take a slower, more reflective approach as she dives into the often-overlooked power of quiet seasons—those stretches when the emails dwindle, meetings fade away, and the pace of work noticeably softens.[00:01:54] The benefit of embracing stillness: greater clarity, realization of exhaustion, and focusing on what truly matters. The myth that speed equals competence is challenged.[00:02:51] Shares that the best and biggest decisions often come out of stillness, not constant

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15:15

What to do about Rachel?

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/07/29

In this episode, I dive deep into the media reaction and double standards surrounding British Chancellor Rachel Reeves showing emotion during a high-profile parliamentary session. I explore the gender biases at play, the different standards applied to male and female leaders, and the larger implications for women in leadership.(00:02:05 – 00:04:08) The Gender Double Standard:Ruth unpacks how tears from women are often interpreted as incompetence or weakness, while similar emotional displays from

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10:49

Stop Calling Me Passionate - The Patronising of Women

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/07/22

In this episode, I dive into a subtle but persistent form of gendered undermining in leadership—the “little girling” of women. Think of those times when a woman delivers a strategic, thoughtful point, but the response is “you’re so passionate!” or “I love your energy!” I break down how these words are used in place of truly acknowledging women’s expertise and authority, explores why language like this is damaging, and offers strategies for reframing, redirecting, and challenging such comments. I

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34:00

Hysterical Women - The Gendered History of Being ‘Too...

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/07/15

In this deeply thought-provoking episode, Ruth welcomes psychodynamics expert Julia Rogers to unpack the loaded concept of "hysteria" and its fraught historical connection with women and femininity. From ancient Greek medicine to Freud's consulting room and all the way through to the modern workplace, they explore how women's emotional expression has been pathologized and turned into a tool for control and dismissal.Key TakeawaysHysteria has always been gendered:Rooted in control and dismissiveness,

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13:09

You Don't Have To Bark To Be Heard - Reclaiming...

Frustrated And Exhausted ·

2025/07/08

In this episode I dive into the concept of assertiveness for women in leadership. Explore common misconceptions around assertiveness, the societal conditioning that shapes how women express power, and offers practical tips on how to reclaim your voice authentically—without feeling the need to adopt an "alpha" persona or "bark to be heard." Assertiveness, is about clarity, boundaries, and self-respect, not aggression or dominance. I share personal stories and actionable strategies to help you show up

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