What if saying yes to everyone is the very thing holding you back?

Many ambitious women believe that being helpful, accommodating, and reliable is the key to being seen as a great leader.

But what if the real power move, the one that protects your energy, your confidence, and your career, is learning to say no?

In this episode of From a Woman to a Leader, I sit down with Sharon Ehrlich, executive coach, speaker, and former IT leader with over 30 years of experience at IBM, Citrix, and Veeam Software. Sharon shares the breaking point that forced her to rethink everything she knew about leadership, success, and balance.

🎧 In this eye-opening conversation, you’ll learn:

💡 Why saying yes to everything is sabotaging your success (and how to stop)

🔥 The simple pause technique that helps you say no with confidence

💬 How to set boundaries without damaging relationships or your reputation

🚀 Practical scripts to communicate your no clearly and strategically

🌱 Why saying no isn’t selfish - it’s generous

If you’re a woman in tech who’s constantly being the fixer, the go-to person, or the one holding everything together, this episode will help you take back your time, your energy, and your power.

You’ll walk away knowing how to say no without guilt, burnout, or fear, and finally make space for what truly matters in your career and life.

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✨ About Sharon Ehrlich

Sharon Ehrlich is an executive coach, speaker, and leadership facilitator empowering high-performing women to lead with confidence and impact. A native New Yorker now based in Vienna, Austria, Sharon brings over three decades of corporate experience at IBM, Citrix, and Veeam Software. Through her signature Living While Leading framework, she helps women redefine success, set strategic boundaries, and align their careers with their values.

🔗 Learn more at https://livingwhileleading.com/work-with-sharon/

💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonehrlich1/