In this episode, I talk about how this one simple thing can start the ball rolling to increase your influence and ability to progress in the direction you desire. If you make it a goal to do this one, simple thing, you will kick off your new year with momentum toward your goals. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at work, take the quiz, How...

In this episode, I talk about one of the simple and often overlooked strategies to becoming an influential communicator. It's actually not hard to influence others in the way we communicate if we employ this simple strategy and institute it as a professional habit. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at work, take the quiz, How Influential Are You...

In this episode, I interview Dr. Shawn Andrews, an expert in gender differences, diversity, emotional intelligence, and equity for women at work. In our talk Dr. Andrews shares clear and specific insights that can help you, as a working woman, navigate the sometimes difficult situations at work that stem from differences between men and women. Most importantly, Dr. Andrews reveals important behavioral habits that, when understood, can give you a leg up in the workplace. For more success...

In this episode, I interview Executive Coach and Founder of All-Star Executive Coaching, Kimberly Roush. Kimberly has helped thousands of professionals and executives through career transitions as well as helped hundreds of C-Suite executives to achieve success from their most resourceful state of mind. Kimberly's down-to-earth approach makes her interview fun, enlightening, and practical. while For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at...

In this episode, I'm focused on the everyday heroics of women. So often, we focus on the win at work; a promotion, raise, or professional accomplishment. Today, I want to celebrate a different kind of success that has a tremendous impact on the world within the circles and communities of women. To highlight the everyday heroics of women, I interviewed my client and friend, Deborah Augustus. Deborah has always impressed me not only for her professional talents but for her commitment to...

In this episode, I talk about the reasons that a woman may want to consider leaving her job. I discuss the situations that you may experience that indicate it may be time to leave, including knowing when you have hit a dead-end in your efforts to get promoted. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at work, take the quiz, How Influential Are You at...

In this episode, I talk about the vital importance of building relationships that you can leverage when things are not going well or when you are having a hard time being recognized for your talents by the right people. Leveraging can help you overcome some of the most dysfunctional situations, and is important to your career advancement. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To...

In this episode, I answer questions from some members of my female friend's community on workplace topics including what to do if your job was misrepresented, how to get feedback in a virtual work world including management up, and how to overcome oversensitivity. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at work, take the quiz, How Influential Are You at...

In this episode, I talk about the habit that many women have of saying "I'm sorry" on a regular basis. I discuss the reasons that women may do this, why it is hurtful to their personal empowerment, and how to overcome the habit. Lastly, I discuss the real and legitimate reasons that a woman should apologize. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at...

In this episode, I interview Dr. Stefanie Robel, a Neuroscientist, and CEO of her own firm, Team Leadership in Research. In our discussion, Dr. Robel points out the vital role influence is playing in her research and how she coaches her team members to higher levels of success and job satisfaction through her own influence. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of...

In this episode, I talk about some of the overlooked yet vital factors that get women promoted. I bust some of the myths about getting promoted and share some important relationship-building tips that will help you in your advancement goals. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at work, take the quiz, How Influential Are You at Work? here:...

In this episode, I interview Dr. Madeline Ann Lewis, women's leadership expert and founder of Women's Success Institute, and the Success4Women radio show on iheartradio.com. Dr. Madeline shares wisdom from her years of success as well as from her experiences coaching executive women. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at work, take the quiz, How...

In this episode, I discuss the goals of mentoring, some myths and facts about modern methods of mentoring, which influencers you should build mentoring relationships with, do's and don'ts for success, and effective ways to ask for mentoring that are most likely to get a "yes" answer, including some scripts you can tailor for your own professional situation. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at...

In this episode, I interview salary negotiation for women expert, Katerina Hencova. In our 30 minute interview, Katerina shares why women SHOULD negotiate and divulges some strategies and wisdom for women negotiating their compensation package. For more success resources or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected] To assess your level of influence at work, take the quiz, How Influential Are You at Work? here:...

In this episode, I discuss the sometimes subtle child-rearing behaviors that undermine the confidence and physical safety of young girls and the results for those girls when they become women. I suggest some alternative child-rearing strategies that will help you raise a more confident and physically safe little girl, and how making this commitment has everything to do with the future of women at the top. For more information or to contact Lacy, visit our website at...

In this episode, I discuss three strategies to garner more influence with your boss. For more information or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected]

In this episode, I discuss some small but very impactful verbal and behavioral strategies that we can use as women to gain more credibility, power, and influence at work. For more information or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected]

In this episode, I discuss why women need influence and how to start building more influence by building relationships with high-level influencers, how to make the initial outreach intelligently, and ways to build connections with your influencers in a way that will make them want you in their experience. For more information or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected]

In this episode, I discuss the importance of strategy to a woman's career advancement. I share the research that demonstrates bias in hiring and promotional interviews and how women can overcome this bias. I discuss ways to start thinking and talking more strategically and how to get the best mentoring to develop your strategic thinking abilities, and how, when done effectively, this effort will elevate you as promotable in the eyes of top leaders. For more information or to contact Lacy,...

In this episode, I interview my dear friend and female influencer in her own right, Caryn Siebert of Gallagher Bassett. Caryn shares her secrets for how she gets people to respond and take action when she asks them to, and how through her influence, she is able to support and help so many people. Caryn shares her career path, her first steps in building her influence, and strategies for creating a consistent ability to influence others. For more information or to contact Lacy, visit our...

In this episode, I discuss why it is so important to your advancement for the right people to be aware of your accomplishments. I give three proven strategies that will help you make your accomplishments known without that icky feeling that you are bragging or self-promoting. For more information or to contact Lacy, visit our website at https://realwomenrealsuccess.com, or email Lacy directly at [email protected]

In this inaugural episode, I discuss your female power of giving, and how you can utilize it to begin building your influence with the right people.