Community as a Catalyst: Elevating Women in Leadership Through SHATTR
- Author
- Lisa March, Allison Langley, Marsha Gordon, MJ O'Leary
- Published
- Thu 21 Nov 2024
- Episode Link
- http://sites.libsyn.com/533162/community-as-catalyst-elevating-women-in-leadership-through-shattr
In this episode of EdTech Elevated, host Allison Langley speaks with Marsha Gordon and MJ O’Leary, co-founders of SHATTR, a network and immersive leadership experience designed to support and elevate women into executive roles. They discuss the unique challenges and systemic barriers women face in leadership, introducing SHATTR's approach, which combines skill-building, mentorship, and a strong community to help women thrive. Marsha and MJ also touch on SHATTR's “Get Clear, Get Free, Get Going” framework, designed to build confidence and break through personal and professional barriers. This conversation is an inspiring look at empowering women leaders to rise with resilience and purpose in today’s corporate world.
Sponsored by Partner in Publishing:
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Bookmarks:
00:07 - Introduction to EdTech Elevated
00:39 - Host Introduction: Allison Langley
01:09 - Guest Introduction: Marsha Gordon and MJ O’Leary from SHATTR
02:27 - Founding story of SHATTR
02:42 - Marsha Gordon’s journey in psychology and leadership development
04:28 - MJ O'Leary’s background and motivation
05:58 - Overview of SHATTR as a leadership experience for women executives
07:35 - Unique aspects of SHATTR: personal growth, community, and wellbeing
09:53 - SHATTR’s approach to diverse networking (“Outside” perspective)
12:54 - SHATTR app’s role in community connectivity
16:34 - Skill development framework in SHATTR: "Get Clear, Get Free, Get Going"
18:49 - Addressing impostor thoughts and building confidence
20:43 - Redefining “Impostor Syndrome”
23:16 - Book club on The Confidence Code and cross-cohort learning
36:48 - Steps organizations can take for inclusivity and women’s leadership
39:01 - Flexible work policies and supporting women’s unique leadership styles
34:50 - SHATTR’s growth vision and community impact goals
51:10 - Aha moments: Transformational stories from SHATTR members
Resources:
Simon Sinek Leadership Qualities
World Economic Forum Study (Gender Gap)
