Join Tracy and Laura Barnard, founder of Breakthrough Brands. Listen to Laura’s inspiring journey from a Division 1 athlete to a trailblazer in corporate America, where she confronted gender disparities head-on. 

Laura and Tracy explore the transformative power of aligning personal and professional identities and the pursuit of purpose-driven work. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about empowering female leadership and embracing authentic self-expression in the workplace.

Here’s a glimpse at the episode: 

[03:57] Laura’s Athletic and Leadership Journey: Laura Barnard shares her experiences as a Division 1 athlete, discussing how sports shaped her competitive spirit and leadership skills.

[11:24] Women’s Unique Leadership Qualities: The conversation highlights how women bring distinct qualities and skill sets to leadership roles, contributing to diverse and effective team dynamics.

[11:53] Navigating Corporate Challenges: Laura reflects on the challenges she faced as a female leader in corporate America, including the struggle to find strong female role models.

[20:09] Overcoming Barriers in the Corporate World: The discussion addresses the internal and external obstacles women encounter in corporate settings, such as self-doubt and discrimination.

[32:29] Introducing the BOLD Leadership Framework: Laura introduces her BOLD framework for leadership, advocating for bravery, outspokenness, lucidity, and distinctiveness in leadership roles.