Episode Summary:

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with our co-host Hollie Rottman, a seasoned executive coach and HR leader with a diverse global career. Hollie shares her journey from corporate HR roles to non-profit leadership and executive coaching, offering valuable insights on authentic leadership, overcoming career challenges, and fostering workplace cultures where everyone can thrive.

Key Topics Discussed With Time Stamps:

01:11 - 02:40 : Hollie's adventurous career path across multiple countries and industries

03:31 - 05:07 : The importance of aligning career choices with personal purpose

05:08 - 14.26: Strategies for overcoming burnout and managing mental load

14:46 - 20:01 : How to define success, not just accomplishments

20:02 - 26:34 : The role of self-awareness and authenticity in leadership

24:55 - 27:34 : Building and maintaining meaningful professional relationships

27:35 - 33:07 : Cultivating courage and resilience in one's career

34:30 - 42:16 : The significance of empathy in creating inclusive work environments

42:25 - 43:36 : Advice for organisations on supporting and retaining female leaders

About Hollie:

Hollie Rottman is a Co-Founder of Feminine Warrior Mindset, an ICF and Co-Active certified coach, and a seasoned Human Resources professional with over 20 years of global leadership experience. With a Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Hollie has navigated diverse roles in corporate banking, NGOs, and executive coaching.

Her expertise spans strategic leadership, diversity and inclusion, executive coaching, and culture change. Hollie’s personal experiences with work-related burnout, motherhood challenges, and international relocation during the pandemic have informed her coaching approach, emphasizing authenticity and resilience.

At Feminine Warrior Mindset, Hollie partners with organisations to elevate women leaders and foster inclusive cultures. She co-developed the transformative ‘She Mavens Career Accelerator Program’ and ‘Future-Fit Cultures Initiatives’, which empowers women to master confidence, clarity, and connection in leadership roles and organisations to create cultures of belonging where everybody can thrive.

Hollie’s mission is to create workplaces where all employees can thrive, leveraging her deep understanding of talent management, learning and development, and mental fitness. Her work combines strategic HR insights with personal growth techniques, helping leaders and organizations navigate the complexities of today's business world with empathy and effectiveness.

Notable Quotes:

"If you don't know the janitor's name, I don't want you to work for me because I want you to know everyone in the school. Everyone plays a role. Everyone's important."

"I won't do it if I don't love it."

"When we stay curious with one another and our customers, this helps us be better listeners."

Hollie's Top 3 Ingredients for Success:

• Determination
• Courage
• Heart

Advice for Organisations to Grow and Sustain Women in Leadership:

• Invest in top female talent early in their careers
• Create a "future fit" culture emphasising empathy, curiosity, and care
• Implement mental fitness programs for teams

Actionable Takeaways for Listeners:

• Define your personal purpose and align it with your career choices
• Practice self-compassion and empathy to build stronger workplace relationships
• Cultivate courage by focusing on gratitude and building supportive networks
• Invest in continuous learning and personal development
• Don’t be afraid to ask for what you want in your career

Connect with us to continue the conversation

Linked in: linkedin.com/in/hollierottmanconsulting

Website: www.femininewarriormindset.com 

Email: hollie@femininewarriormindset.com & ellie@femininewarriormindset.com

Info@femininewarriormindset.com 

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