Women Leaders on the Move - HerCsuite® Radio

Have you ever thought something was too good to be true—but moved forward anyway? Ignoring your instincts happens to all of us—and what you do next matters most. Host Natalie Benamou shares real-world lessons from navigating major business challenges and how she turned setbacks into powerful solutions. As a lifelong problem solver, Natalie reveals how her ability to pivot quickly, think strategically, and stay future-focused helped her overcome not one, but two unexpected hurdles—and come out stronger. In this episode, you’ll learn: * How to recognize red flags early and course-correct fast * A personal framework for turning problems into opportunities * Why being a "dot-connector" is a critical leadership skill * How confidence and clarity go hand in hand when navigating change Natalie’s leadership journey proves that mistakes aren’t failures—they’re the foundation for future success. If you're facing a challenge, big or small, this episode will show you how to turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s power moves. Need a problem solved? Natalie Benamou is a strategic advisor and works 1:1 with clients to help them discover what to do next. Think of it as having a strategic advisor when you need it most. Schedule a call [https://calendly.com/hercsuite/schedule-a-call] Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite® Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'', a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She is also the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with membership programs that advance women in the second half of their career. Natalie is also the President of HER HEALTHX, [https://herhealthx.org/] a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women. Natalie Benamou [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebenamou/] on LinkedIn HerCsuite® [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hercsuite-womens-network/?viewAsMember=true] on LinkedIn This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Women On the Move, a new membership for listeners to meet and engage with podcast guests. Advance your career in a whole new way. Join us [https://hercsuite.com/women-on-the-move/].

[Top Podcast Replay] What makes a great leader and how can you advance career while staying true to your values? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Ronicka Briscoe shares the strategies and mindset shifts that have helped her and women she interviewed step into high-impact leadership roles. Join Host Natalie Benamou as she talks with Dr. Briscoe, Founder of Winning on the Road, LLC, and advocate for community transformation. From developing a leadership mindset to supporting the next generation, this episode offers real-world insights to help you grow with intention. 4 C-Suite Lessons to Amplify Your Success 1. Leadership Requires a Circle, Not a Ladder: Surrounding yourself with diverse mentors, sponsors, and peers is key to sustained leadership growth. 2. Own Your Strengths: The most successful leaders know and leverage their natural talents—this clarity drives momentum. 3. Plan for Career and Life: Discover the benefit of intentional planning and how it sets you up for success. 4. Prioritize Mental Well-being: Despite high-stakes roles, few leaders seek support. Dr. Briscoe challenges the stigma and shares why mental health must be part of the leadership conversation—especially for women of color. “We are born with innate talents, abilities, and strengths. If we live our lives to really develop those rather than focusing on the things we can't do and our weaknesses, then we live a more fulfilled life.”-Dr. Ronicka Harrison-Briscoe Reflect on your personal value proposition. After listening to Dr. Briscoe’s insights, take a moment to ask yourself: What do I bring to the table that no one else can? Write it down. This act of self-awareness is the first step toward amplifying your leadership presence and making intentional career decisions. Since this podcast released, Dr. Briscoe is a Bestselling Author in Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Leadership and she has an anthology that will be coming out in the fall. She is a valued member of HerCsuite® and has her own community of authors inside HerCsuite®. Dr. Briscoe is also a featured speaker at the Thrive in 2025 Women's Conference in Chicago, June 25-28th. [https://thrive-in25.com/] Thank you Dr. Briscoe for being on the show today. We can't wait to see you in Real Life in Chicago! Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. Connect with Dr. Briscoe: Website: drronickabriscoe.com [https://drronickabriscoe.com] | Instagram: @winningontheroad | X: @winningondaroad | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronicka-b-2b84901a9/] | Facebook: Ronicka Harrison Briscoe Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite® Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'', a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She is also the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with membership programs that support women in the second half of their career. Natalie is also the President of HER HEALTHX, [https://herhealthx.org/] a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women. Natalie Benamou [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebenamou/] on LinkedIn HerCsuite® [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hercsuite-womens-network/?viewAsMember=true] on LinkedIn This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Women On the Move, a new membership for listeners to meet and engage with podcast guests. Advance your career in a whole new way. Join us [https://hercsuite.com/women-on-the-move/].

If you’ve been thinking, “I want more flexibility, but I still need financial security,” this episode is for you. Across every conversation with women leaders right now, one topic keeps coming up: portfolio careers. Whether you’re still in your corporate role, recently retired, or navigating a pivot, the idea of creating multiple income streams has never been more important—or more possible. In this powerful episode, Natalie Benamou, Founder and CEO of HerCsuite®, reveals why now is the moment to take control of your future. With rising burnout, layoffs, and uncertainty, women over 40 are stepping into careers designed on their terms—and finding new ways to achieve financial stability along the way. Natalie breaks down what a portfolio career really is (hint: it’s not quitting everything), and how women can combine consulting, board service, speaking, mentoring, and more into a career path that supports the life they want—without starting over. 💡 This episode includes: * Why women don’t need another certification to begin—just the confidence to start * How to use your leadership experience to create new income opportunities * The $30 trillion shift in wealth that’s coming by 2030—and what it means for you * Three practical steps to move from hesitation to action, starting today * A new way to think about retirement, stability, and purpose—all in one If you’ve been feeling the nudge to explore what’s next, this is your sign. 🎧 Press play and discover how to build a career that gives you more time, more freedom, and lasting financial security—on your terms. Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite® Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'', a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She is also the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with membership programs that advance women in the second half of their career. Natalie is also the President of HER HEALTHX, [https://herhealthx.org/] a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women. Natalie Benamou [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebenamou/] on LinkedIn HerCsuite® [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hercsuite-womens-network/?viewAsMember=true] on LinkedIn This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Women On the Move, a new membership for listeners to meet and engage with podcast guests. Advance your career in a whole new way. Join us [https://hercsuite.com/women-on-the-move/].

What if flexibility at work wasn’t a luxury—but the very thing that made your business successful? In this episode, host Natalie Benamou, Founder of HerCsuite®, talks with Kym Insana, a CEO who didn’t just build a 7-figure company—she built it around her life. After stepping away from a corporate career to raise her family, Kym knew she still wanted to contribute in a meaningful way. What she created next was something powerful: a business that gives both her and her employees the flexibility to thrive. Kym opens up about what it took to start again, why she prioritized people over hustle, and how a culture of trust and flexibility helped her grow a business that truly works—for everyone involved. 3 Takeaways from Kym’s Story: * Flexibility isn’t a perk—it’s a foundation. When people have the freedom to work in a way that fits their lives, they show up stronger and more committed. * Starting over can be the beginning of something better. Kym left a job she loved, but she didn’t lose her sense of purpose—she redirected it. * Culture is built by example. When leaders lead with empathy and trust, teams follow suit. ✨ Action Step: Ask yourself: If I had complete freedom in how I work, what would it look like? What’s one small change I can make today to move closer to that vision—for myself or my team? Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. Thank you to Kym for being on the show. It was especially meaningful to connect with a leader who fearlessly looked for a way to both thrive as a business owner, mother and making an impact. We appreciate the connection with Kym Insana through Anastasia Lipske [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasialipske/] and Access Speakers [https://accessspeakers.biz/] Special gratitude to our editor, Lina La Rue Gomez [https://www.linalarue.xyz/] About Featured Guest Kym Insana Kym Insana is a multimillion-dollar business owner, digital marketing expert, wife and mother of four boys. The founder of AlwaysOn Digital, helping leading brands reach the masses across traditional and digital campaigns generating consumer interaction and sales so they can scale. Top brands like Enfamil lean on Kym’s expertise. LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyminsana/]  www.getalwayson.com [http://www.getalwayson.com] https://www.facebook.com/Kymarita [https://www.facebook.com/Kymarita] Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite® Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'', a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She is also the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with membership programs that advance women in the second half of their career. Natalie is also the President of HER HEALTHX, [https://herhealthx.org/] a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women. Natalie is a speaker, advisor, bestselling author and consultant helping women and organizations accelerate growth. Natalie Benamou [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebenamou/] on LinkedIn HerCsuite® [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hercsuite-womens-network/?viewAsMember=true] on LinkedIn This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Women On the Move, a new membership for listeners to meet and engage with podcast guests. Advance your career in a whole new way. Join us [https://hercsuite.com/women-on-the-move/].

Being a CEO requires more than just strategy and experience—it takes grit. The kind that gets you through uncertainty, setbacks, loneliness at the top, and the pressure to always have the answers. Take a listen to this conversation with Host Natalie Benamou and Aviva Leebow Wolmer, executive coach, Vistage Chair, and CEO of Empower Leadership LLC, about what it really takes to lead through challenge and constant change. From the courtroom to the boardroom, Aviva’s path has been shaped by one consistent theme: impact through resilience. > “Being a CEO is hard. It’s not for the faint of heart,” Aviva says. “You need passion and perseverance. Grit is what keeps you grounded when things feel uncertain—and it’s something you can develop.” Whether you’re in the C-suite or rising to a leadership C-suite role, this conversation offers insight, connection, and reassurance that you're not alone. What You’ll Take Away: 🔹 Grit Comes from Staying In It When Things Get Hard It’s easy to shift focus when a challenge hits—but growth happens when you keep going. Aviva shares how the leaders she works with build staying power by committing to what matters most—even when the road isn’t clear. 🔹 Self-Doubt is Normal—But It Doesn’t Have to Hold You Back Aviva shares her own story of rising into the CEO seat while navigating internal doubt, and how naming those feelings helped her move forward with clarity. “Someone saw something in me before I could see it in myself,” she says—a reminder of how powerful the right support can be. 🔹 You Don’t Need to Have All the Answers "You’re not the only spot on the beach ball." This simple visual shows why diverse perspectives matter in leadership—and how being part of a trusted circle can expand your thinking and strengthen your decision-making. Natalie and Aviva also explore the value of peer feedback and why leading with honesty and empathy is more important than ever. 🎙️ Tune in for a thoughtful conversation that will encourage you to keep leading—especially when it feels difficult. Thank you Aviva for being our featured guest today! Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you. This podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Board Readiness Retreat [https://hercsuite.com/retreat/]. Join us May 1st-4th and land your next corporate board role. About Our Guest Aviva Leebow Wolmer serves as a Chair in Georgia for Vistage, the world’s largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. As a Vistage Chair, she leads two peer advisory groups of CEOs eager to accelerate toward their goals, along with a group of growth-oriented key executives committed to driving transformative change within their organizations. Facebook /Empower-Leadership [https://www.facebook.com/aviva.wolmer] Insta @EmpowerLeadership1 [https://www.instagram.com/empowerleadership1/] You Tube /@AvivaLeebow [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPP6g4bT-ueooQ18rhqaHRA?app=desktop] Aviva@empowerleadership.net [Aviva@empowerleadership.net] Vistage.com/chairs/Aviva.Leebow [https://app.vistage.com/sites/s/chairs/0038000001eDGIVAA4/aviva-leebow]  [https://app.vistage.com/sites/s/chairs/0038000001eDGIVAA4/aviva-leebow] Linked in in/AvivaLeebow [https://www.linkedin.com/in/avivaleebow/] Tiktok @EmpowerLeadership [https://www.tiktok.com/@empowerleadership] Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite® Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'', a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She is also the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with membership programs that advance women in the second half of their career. Natalie coaches executive leaders 1 -2-1 and leads HerCsuite® Mastermind programs. She is also the President of HER HEALTHX, [https://herhealthx.org/] a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women. Natalie Benamou [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliebenamou/] on LinkedIn HerCsuite® [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hercsuite-womens-network/?viewAsMember=true] on LinkedIn Interested in being a guest on the show- apply here https://hercsuite.com/apply-to-be-a-guest/