In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Kate Mason, author of Powerfully Likable, about what it really means to communicate as a woman in today's workplace. Too often, women feel like they have to choose, be powerful or be likable. But what if you didn't have to?

Kate shares how the way we communicate trains others how to trust us and why understanding who you are is key to stepping into leadership with confidence. This conversation challenges the idea of either/or and introduces a more powerful approach, being both strong and genuinely likable.

Because real leadership isn't about choosing, it's about becoming powerfully likable.

Dr. Kate Mason is an executive communications coach, keynote speaker and author specializing in communication, influence, and leadership dynamics.

Kate works with companies like Microsoft, Netflix, Google.org, Uber and many more to help execs more fully present themselves and boost their signal, presence, and value in their organization.

ABOUT DR. KATE MAASON:
Website – Dr. Kate Mason
LinkedIn: Dr. Kate Mason
BOOK: Powerfully Likeable

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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Eleanor Beaton, founder of Safi Media, about confidence and how it's built through courage. Confidence doesn't appear overnight; it grows each time you step outside your comfort zone and do something you haven't done before.

They discuss why courage is the foundation of confidence, and how taking small, bold actions can expand what you believe is possible for yourself. The conversation also explores the power of relationships at work and why who you know, and who knows about you, can be just as important as what you know.

If you've ever hesitated to speak up, reach out, or connect with people who hold more influence, this episode offers practical insight on building the confidence to show up, be visible, and create meaningful professional relationships.

ABOUT ELEANOR BEATON:
LinkedIn – Eleanor Beaton
Website: Eleanor Beaton
Podcast: Woman Owned: The Growth Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs
Website – Safi Media
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In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Chanda Coston, Personal PMP and Success Strategist, about how women over 40 can build businesses by leveraging the experiences they've gathered over time. With a background that spans the U.S. Navy and corporate America, Chanda explains how every role, challenge, and lesson becomes part of what she calls a "shoebox of experiences" that can be used to create new opportunities.

In this conversation, Chanda challenges the pressure of hustle culture and encourages women to be smarter about how they spend their time. Instead of trying to do everything at once, she suggests breaking life into seasons and designing your schedule around the goals that matter most in the season you're in.

Chanda also emphasizes the importance of making the outcome non-negotiable. By building a practical action plan and approaching goals with intention and strategy, women can move their businesses forward in a way that is proactive, focused, and sustainable.

This episode is a reminder that experience is powerful, time is valuable, and the next chapter of business can be built with purpose.

ABOUT CHANDA COSTON:
LinkedIn – Chanda Coston
Website – Chanda Co.
E-book – Reclaiming Your Dreams with Confidence & Clarity

ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS:
Website - Sweet but Fearless
LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless