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PODCAST

From a Woman to a Leader

Limor Bergman Gross

Welcome to "From a Woman to a Leader," a podcast dedicated to discussing women"s unique challenges in tech leadership and providing actionable tips to help overcome those challenges and grow your career in the tech industry. In each episode, I will speak with successful women in tech who have navigated the industry and come out on top, sharing their stories, insights, and advice for other women looking to do the same. Whether you"re just starting out in your tech career or a seasoned professional

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00:30:50

The Real Job of an Engineering Manager (and Why Most...

From a Woman to a Leader ·

2026/01/13

A lot of women in tech hesitate to step into management for one reason: they think they need to stay the most technical person in the room.In this episode, I’m joined by Cecilia Borg, an experienced CTO and transformation leader (Spotify, King, Oracle, and more) to break down what engineering leadership actually is and why the “manager = failed developer” myth is so damaging.We talk about the real business value of engineering managers, why the popular “50% coding, 50% managing” model often creates

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00:44:26

The VP Mindset: Coachability, Visibility, and...

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2026/01/06

What if the reason you’re not getting promoted isn’t your performance, but your visibility?In this episode, I sit down with Tamara Jackson, former Vice President at a Fortune 500 financial institution, to talk about what it really takes to rise in a male-dominated environment without burning out or becoming someone you’re not.Tam shares the career habits that helped her hold 13+ roles over 25 years, including the one word she credits most for her growth: coachability. We also talk about how women

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00:40:37

Why You Feel Unhappy Even When Life Looks “Fine” with...

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2025/12/30

So many women in tech look around and think:“My life is good. My role is fine. So why do I feel unhappy, exhausted, and stuck?”In this episode, I sit down with Marina Morgan, organizational psychologist and founder of The Morgan Impact, to talk about what’s really happening under the surface.We unpack the invisible responsibilities women carry, why burnout often disguises itself as “I hate my job,” and why the first step is not a big career pivot. It’s building capacity again.In this episode, you’ll

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00:29:41

Breaking Free from Unconscious Beliefs: The Hidden...

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2025/12/23

What if only 5 to 10 percent of your thoughts are actually conscious?In this eye-opening conversation, Limor Bergman Gross talks with wealth and purpose strategist Egle Aleknaviciute about the subconscious beliefs that quietly shape your career, your confidence, and even your income.Egle shares how she went from corporate finance and transformation programs to exploring the unconscious patterns that keep so few women in leadership, especially in finance and tech. They talk about:Subtle unconscious

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00:27:35

How To Claim Your Seat At The Table When You Feel...

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2025/12/16

Being the only woman in the room is hard.Feeling like you do not deserve to be there is even harder.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, Limor Bergman Gross talks with Sheila Buswell, CEO and Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical, US Army veteran, engineer, and author of Is This Seat For Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business. Sheila shares how the US military, a deeply male-dominated space, actually felt more like a meritocracy than her first corporate engineering job

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00:30:57

From English Tutor to COO: How Mariam Chtchyan Broke...

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2025/12/09

What happens when you realize the job you took is not for you, but you still want a career in tech?In this episode, Limor talks with Mariam Chtchyan, former Chief Operations Officer at HackTech and now Associate Partner at Civitta, with over a decade of experience in project and delivery management across industries.Mariam started as an English tutor, accidentally landed in a sales role in an IT company, and spent months trying to make it work before she admitted it was not the right path. Instead

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00:34:19

Growth Happens in Discomfort: How Brittany Kaplan...

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2025/12/02

What would happen if you said yes more often - even when it meant moving across the country in a week, starting over, or walking into a room where you know absolutely no one?In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Brittany Kaplan, founder of BK Media Strategies, whose career has taken her from "Camp CNN" to Entertainment Weekly, Madison Square Garden, and now her own media strategy company.Brittany has moved cross country seven times, launched shows, built high profile

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00:39:37

How to Speak Up Without Changing Who You Are:...

From a Woman to a Leader ·

2025/11/25

What if confidence isn’t about being louder, but about asking the right questions?If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting feeling steamrolled, talked over, or unsure how to speak up without pretending to be someone you’re not, this episode is for you.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Juhi Ranjan, Head of Product Management at RTI and a computer science PhD with deep experience in real-time systems, edge computing, and autonomy. Juhi has built her career around complex,

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00:34:52

The Invisible Rules Holding Women Back at Work And...

From a Woman to a Leader ·

2025/11/19

Why Being Exceptional Isn’t Enough: The Invisible Rules Holding Women Back at WorkWhat if the real reason you’re not being chosen for bigger roles has nothing to do with your talent?In this episode, I sit down with Laura Patterson - corporate veteran, CEO, strategist, and globally recognized expert in customer-centric leadership - to unpack the unspoken rules that shape career growth inside organizations.Laura shares a story that hits hard: the moment her boss told her,“You’re exceptional… but I

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00:36:33

How Ambitious Mothers Can Build Executive Careers and...

From a Woman to a Leader ·

2025/11/11

You don’t have to choose between ambition and motherhood.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, executive coach Limor Bergman Gross sits down with Khiara Cureton, Executive Career & Wealth Coach and Founder of AncHER Co., to talk about the mindset and strategies ambitious mothers need to rise into executive leadership, grow their income, and build financial freedom without losing themselves to guilt or burnout.Whether you’re a working mom navigating mid-career growth or an emerging leader

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00:34:57

How to Become a CTO: Lessons on Leadership,...

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2025/11/04

What if your career path isn’t broken, it’s just different?Many ambitious tech leaders believe there’s only one “right” way to grow: climb the ladder fast, take on bigger teams, and never slow down.But what if true leadership involves taking a different path, one that respects your values, prioritizes your wellbeing, and celebrates your unique perspective?In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Meri Williams, an accomplished CTO, tech advisor, CTO coach, and Chair of The Lead

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00:39:00

From Individual Contributor to Confident Leader: How...

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2025/10/28

What if getting promoted wasn’t the finish line, but the start of a whole new challenge you never trained for?Many high-achieving women in tech think leadership will feel like a natural next step. But when you go from doing the work to leading the people who do it, everything changes. Suddenly, what made you successful before, your technical excellence, your attention to detail, can actually hold you back.In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Tara Landes, founder of Bellrock

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00:36:21

How to Stop People-Pleasing and Reconnect With...

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2025/10/21

What if putting yourself first was the key to unlocking more joy, clarity, and leadership impact?In this bold and deeply personal episode, I sit down with Chantelle Botha, bestselling author of Phoenix Rising and Connect Lead Succeed, to talk about the transformational power of embodiment, identity, and feminine leadership.We dive into:Why so many women feel disconnected even when life “looks good”The hidden cost of performing for others (and how to stop)How to reclaim your X factor by rewriting old

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00:37:36

How to Say No Without Guilt: The Confidence Formula...

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2025/10/14

What if saying yes to everyone is the very thing holding you back?Many ambitious women believe that being helpful, accommodating, and reliable is the key to being seen as a great leader.But what if the real power move, the one that protects your energy, your confidence, and your career, is learning to say no?In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Sharon Ehrlich, executive coach, speaker, and former IT leader with over 30 years of experience at IBM, Citrix, and Veeam Software

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00:34:25

How to Become a Limitless Leader: Break Free from...

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2025/10/07

What if the only thing holding you back… is you?After 20 successful years at Microsoft, Uma Subramanian took a leap into the unknown—and discovered something powerful:✨ She was limitless.And so are you.If you’re a woman in tech feeling stuck, uncertain, or afraid to take your next big step, this episode will change the way you think about leadership, courage, and what’s possible for your career.🎧 In this powerful conversation, Uma shares the moment that changed everything—a simple walk that led to

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00:34:38

Lead With Fairness: How to Earn Trust, Get Promoted,...

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2025/09/30

Have you ever wondered: How do I self-promote without playing politics, and still be fair to others?If you’re a woman in tech navigating promotions, remote teams, or visibility challenges, this episode offers a practical path: lead with fairness to build trust, performance, and a lasting reputation.🎧 I sit down with Soumyasree “Soumya” Vinod, Senior Engineering Manager at Workday, to unpack daily habits of fair leadership: clear standards for decisions, reducing bias in hiring and promotions,

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00:30:21

Stop Climbing the Ladder: How to Build a Jungle-Gym...

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2025/09/23

Have you ever wondered: Do I really have to keep chasing titles to grow? What if my next best move is sideways—or smaller?If you’re a woman in tech feeling stuck after a layoff, debating a pivot, or just restless in your current role, this episode will help you rethink career growth—beyond the ladder.🎧 I sit down with Adriane McFetridge — former Engineering Director at Netflix, public board director, CTO, and today a builder tackling new tech (and training for a half-Ironman!) — to unpack why your

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00:37:14

Perception Is Power: How to Be Seen as the Leader You...

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2025/09/16

Have you ever felt labeled before you even had a chance to prove yourself - “not charismatic,” “too emotional,” or “not leadership material”?If you’re a woman in tech who’s tired of being underestimated, this episode of From a Woman to a Leader will change the way you think about perception. 🎧 I sat down with Sylvie di Giusto — an international keynote speaker, bestselling author of The Image of Leadership and Discover Your Fair Advantage, and the world’s first 3D immersive keynote speaker to

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00:30:31

Work-Life Balance Is a Myth: How Women Can Find...

From a Woman to a Leader ·

2025/09/09

Have you ever felt like you’re juggling all the plates: work, kids, home, yet still ending the day exhausted and guilty?If you’re a mid-career woman in tech who’s tired of striving for “balance,” this episode of From a Woman to a Leader is for you.🎧 I sat down with Arlene Cohen Miller: Work-Life Harmony & Leadership Coach (ICF PCC), former A-V–rated attorney, certified meditation facilitator, and grandmother, to discuss a kinder, more sustainable approach: harmony.Together, we dive into:✅ Why

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00:01:49

From a Woman to a Leader - Podcast Trailer

From a Woman to a Leader ·

2025/09/09

✨ Welcome to From a Woman to a Leader ✨Women in tech are already leaders. The challenge? Too often, others don’t see us that way.I’m your host, Limor Bergman Gross -former Director of Engineering at DigitalOcean, executive coach, mom of four - and I created this podcast to help you show up as the leader you already are.Every week, I bring you candid conversations with inspiring women in tech and leadership. Together, we’ll cover how to:✔️ Negotiate for promotions and the salary you deserve✔️

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