Michelle talks with Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst and the author of the best-selling book, In Her Own Voice, about her journey to becoming a C-suite executive. They discuss the challenges faced by women and the importance of creating work environments where women can thrive. Jennifer shares her personal story and the seismic shifts she experienced during the pandemic.

They also explore the superpowers women bring to the table, and the importance of networks and mentors. The conversation concludes with a call to action to find your purpose and share it loudly.

Chapters
00:00 Shining a Light on Excellence
02:23 Jennifer McCollum’s Journey to Leadership
05:12 Challenges Faced by Women in Leadership
08:28 Overcoming Hurdles
11:17 The Seismic Shift and Writing the Book
25:18 Women’s Superpowers in Leadership
30:01 Creating a Culture of Connection and Support
32:24 The Importance of Networks and Mentors
34:37 Finding Purpose and Sharing It Loudly

Grab a copy of Jennifer McCollum’s book today!
In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO: Overcoming Hurdles to Change the Face of Leadership https://a.co/d/gYGkLoW

You can pick up a copy of Michelle Johnston’s newest book, The Seismic Shift, on her website: https://michellekjohnston.com

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Michelle Johnston Clifton Morvant Professor of Business

Dr. Michelle K. Johnston is a management professor, executive coach, and leadership expert who is the Clifton A. Morvant Distinguished Professor in Business at Loyola University New Orleans.

Her first book, The Seismic Shift in Leadership, The Seismic Shift in Leadership: How to Thrive in a New Era of Connection, is now an Amazon bestseller.

She was recently named A Woman of the Year by CityBusiness and one of the most influential New Orleanians.

Michelle is a celebrated keynote speaker presenting at conferences and events nationwide. She received her Ph.D. in Communication from Louisiana State University and was named to the prestigious 100 Coaches Group, which consists of the top executive coaches worldwide.
For speaking engagements, media, and more, visit michellekjohnston.com.