http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the privilege of speaking with Carrie Davis, Vice President of Employee and Patient Experience at Hanger, about her journey and her inspiring message on “Seeking Yourself Through Service.” Carrie shared her deeply personal story of being born with a congenital upper limb difference and how that shaped her resilience, leadership style, and passion for creating belonging. From hiding her true self as a chi...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the privilege of speaking with Kim Beauvais, Executive Vice President of Human Resources and Business Operations at FOX Sports, about resilience, leadership, and the importance of owning your power. Kim credits her early upbringing—where the word “can’t” wasn’t allowed in her household—as a foundation for her mindset. From her time as a Division I soccer player to becoming a senior executive in the male-...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the privilege of speaking with Laura Butler, Chief People Officer at TTEC, about the realities of leadership, balancing competing priorities, and the evolving role of HR in shaping organizational success. Laura shared how her parents deeply influenced her path—her father, who instilled the importance of working in service of others, and her mother, who created memorable experiences while raising six chil...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog What if your imposter feelings weren’t an enemy… but a friend and confidant? Not just a cheerleader—but a wise, honest guide imparting wisdom. Instead of resisting it, try this: ✔️ Acknowledge it: “I notice I’m feeling like an imposter—and that’s okay.” ✔️ Ask: “If this feeling were a trusted friend, what would it say?” This exercise helps you defuse the shame, mine the wisdom, and access the emotional agility to lead with your full power and heart. What i...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog World-class performers feel imposter syndrome too. The difference between them and everyone else? They learn from the discomfort and get better because of it. They also perform with the end in mind. Here’s how: - Visualize yourself as the confident, worthy, successful version of you. - Identify the “gap” between that version and where you are now. - Take intentional action to bridge it. When you honor the discomfort and reverse-engineer the path forward, imp...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the pleasure of speaking with Shanna Goodell, Senior Director of Enterprise Learning and Talent Development at Druva, about her inspiring career journey and her vision for “superhuman growth.” Shanna’s path was shaped by mentors who believed in her potential and opened doors that might otherwise have stayed closed. From her best friend’s parents encouraging her to pursue college, to mentors who introdu...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the distinct honor of speaking with Ekta Vyas, Ph.D, Chief Human Resources Officer of Keck Medicine at USC, about her remarkable journey from navigating cultural transitions to becoming an influential leader in healthcare. We explored her philosophy on moving from the influence of power to the power of influence, and how clarity, resilience, and humility fuel true leadership. Dr. Vyas shared her upbringi...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog As if it’s not bad enough to feel judged by others, we can be our worst critics. When self-criticism dominates our internal dialog, such as "I am not qualified" or "I don’t deserve/am not ready to be here". it’s our reality, and WE make it true. What if instead of judging, we simply observed? Try this shift: 👉 Replace “I am not qualified” with “I notice I’m feeling unqualified.” 👉 Then ask, “What’s my next best step?” This small but powerful change from "I ...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog Whether you’re an Olympian, executive, or rising leader, you’ve likely felt like an imposter. I know I have! It’s not only normal, it can mean that you are pushing yourself outside your comfort zone. That makes you extraordinary! World-class performers are comfortable in this discomfort, knowing that the only way to their next level is through. Imposter syndrome, imposter phenomenon, or whatever it’s currently being called has received a bad rap. By trying t...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the rare privilege of speaking with not one, but two inspiring women from TELUS International: Maricel Perez-Lovisolo, VP of Global Learning Excellence and Organizational Development, and Lucia Leal-Pensabene, Senior Learning and Enablement Manager. This unique conversation gave us a double lens—hearing both from an established executive leader and a rising star in the pipeline—on how to create environme...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the privilege of speaking with Veena Joji, Chief Human Resource Officer of Apexon, about what it truly takes to stay relevant in today’s ever-evolving business climate. Veena brings a deeply thoughtful and people-first approach to leadership, grounded in inclusion, continuous learning, and courage. Veena’s passion for inclusive leadership was sparked during her childhood, attending an international sch...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the pleasure of speaking with Bridget Grimes, CFP, President and Founder of WealthChoice, about the critical importance of financial awareness—especially for women who are the primary or significant breadwinners. With a personal journey that spans Wall Street, single motherhood, and pastry school, Bridget’s mission is rooted in lived experience: to help women who are accomplished professionals but finan...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In this enlightening Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the pleasure of speaking with Rehanne Allen, Senior Director of HR Technology & Operations at Epiq, about navigating technology and teams effectively in today's rapidly evolving workplace. Rehanne shared her inspiring journey as a woman in tech and her passion for creating positive change through strategic leadership. Rehanne's leadership philosophy was forged through witnessing both exceptio...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In this captivating Fearless Female Leadership interview, I sat down with Bernadette Berger, Director of Innovation at Alaska Airlines, to explore what it truly means to drive innovation in a time of massive change. From her early career rejections to becoming a leader shaping the future of air travel, Bernadette's story is a powerful reminder of the courage it takes to keep showing up—and the vision it takes to build what doesn’t exist yet. Bernadette's path ...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the privilege of speaking with Kristyn Ramsey, Senior Director of Learning & Development at D.R. Horton, about the power of humility, resilience, and lifelong learning in shaping fearless leadership. Kristyn’s story is a reminder that authentic leadership starts with embracing rejection, choosing growth, and empowering others through trust and perspective. Kristyn opened up about the early influence ...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog From Seeking to Serving: The Mindset Shift That Transforms What’s Next If you’re at a crossroads in your career—wondering what’s next, what your next big move could be, or how to make the leap into something more meaningful—you’re not alone. I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside several clients recently who were in that exact space. Each of them ultimately landed CXO or executive leadership roles, but their real transformation started long before they si...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the honor of speaking with Lisa Abbott, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer at Boston Children’s Hospital, about the journey from “the knot” to Everest—both literal and metaphorical. Lisa’s story is an incredible example of how discomfort, determination, and asking for help can lead to powerful transformation. Growing up in challenging circumstances, Lisa was influenced early on by...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog My last three clients that have now recently landed CXO and executive leadership positions came to me wondering, “What is next for me?” Some of them exited voluntarily. Some of them were exited involuntarily. And they had to take a moment and get some help through “What do I want? What is next for me? What impact do I choose to have?” And then we spent the time together to refine that clarity, put a plan in place, then help them land that next role. ...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the honor of sitting down with Lisa Coulson, SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer at Principal Financial Group, to explore how HR can evolve with purpose—moving from policy to people-centered progress. Lisa’s leadership journey began with values instilled by her parents—her father, an insurance executive and team sports enthusiast, and her mother, a homemaker who created warmth and community. These ea...
http://www.sherylkline.com/blog If you are in a position where you are wondering what's next for you, either what's next in your current role, if you're going to exit… or even if you're going to make a major pivot… it's important to do this first. Create some white space and to do it consistently, because I'm here to tell you that the answers—you already know them. I know it's frustrating when you're thinking about what's next. What happens is we (especially strivers) tend to keep oursel...