Are you a female leader or wanting to expand and move into more of a leadership role?Then the best way that you can do that is by learning from other female leaders. Today you're going to listen to this episode where our host, Diane Rolston, interviews three amazing women who are not only leaders, but leadership authors - Gigi, Carol and Karen. Here are the questions our guests answer:Can you share a pivotal moment in your leadership journey that shaped your perspective on leadership?Have you faced any resistance or biases in your leadership roles, and how did you navigate those challenges?How has collaboration with other women leaders influenced your perspective on leadership?What’s one trait or skill that has been key to your success as a leader?Listen to learn these key takeaways:How to lead without a title and overcome imposter syndrome “Teeter Totter Leadership" and the exhaustion that comes from constantly switching between being in the field and leading othersThe importance of staying aligned with your values when working with difficult leaders and how to influence through behaviourWhy delegation and trusting your team is crucial to avoid burnout, especially for women who often fall into the "it's easier to do it myself" trapHow to navigate resistance and bias The power of collaboration with other women leaders and how they provide language for experiences you might struggle to articulateThe concept of "winning deep" versus "winning shallow" Why structured, facilitated peer groups are the "secret sauce" for leadership development and combating the loneliness of leadershipThe importance of staying curious to simplify and improve your leadership approachHow to stay engaged in places of discomfort as a key leadership skillThe upcoming book "Dynamic Women Leadership Secrets" featuring these three authors among 35 total contributorsGuest Bios: Gigi BlairGigi Blair has worked as an Executive Coach for fifteen years. She teaches those who carry lots of stress and anxiety how to think clearly and communicate confidently, while living and leading with peaceful productivity. Her clients include executives and emerging leaders, business owners, and those  wanting to learn how to excel in professional interviews. Originally from Texas, she is based in Alexandria, VA, and works with clients across the USA and Canada.Karen TaKaren Ta is passionate about helping those who feel invisible become visible so they can break through doors and ceilings.  While she is best known for her role in leading a Women in Leadership program at PwC Canada, she is looking to expand her reach and coach people of colour who face similar workplace challenges.  She brings a unique skillset with her active listening skills as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC), critical thinking skills as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), and creative problem-solving skills as a Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP).Carol SurbeyCarol Surbey, founder of Carol Surbey Coach