Podcasts about Lindsay White

Growing your business isn't the same as building one that can keep growing without you. Business Leadership for Women isn't about becoming a better boss—it's about creating the leadership, people strategy, and culture that allow your business to thrive without everything depending on you. When those foundations are missing, growth often leads to overwhelm instead of freedom.In this conversation, Lindsay introduces the LPC Method—Leadership, People Strategy, and Culture—and explains why these three interconnected growth levers determine whether your business can scale sustainably. Rather than chasing another framework, you'll discover how intentional leadership creates confident decision-making, how a strategic approach to your team strengthens your business growth strategy, and why sustainable success starts long before the next marketing campaign.You'll also hear why business management for women requires a shift from doing everything yourself to developing leaders throughout your organization. Lindsay shares real coaching stories that reveal how leadership coaching and leadership development coaching help founders move from constant firefighting to building capable teams that think independently, take ownership, and contribute with confidence.If you've ever wondered why decisions always land back on your desk, why delegation feels difficult, or why your team still relies on you despite your best efforts, this episode offers a practical way forward. Because Business Leadership for Women isn't about working harder—it's about strengthening the systems that support sustainable growth. And when leadership, people strategy, and culture work together, your business gains the capacity to grow without sacrificing you. Business Leadership for Women serves as the foundation for building a business that can evolve well into the future, and it starts with the intentional choices you make today.Ready to strengthen your people strategy? Download the People Strategy Playbook and start building the leadership, team, and culture your next stage of growth requires.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Growing your business isn't the same as building one that can keep growing without you. Business Leadership for Women isn't about becoming a better boss—it's about creating the leadership, people strategy, and culture that allow your business to thrive without everything depending on you. When those foundations are missing, growth often leads to overwhelm instead of freedom.In this conversation, Lindsay introduces the LPC Method—Leadership, People Strategy, and Culture—and explains why these three interconnected growth levers determine whether your business can scale sustainably. Rather than chasing another framework, you'll discover how intentional leadership creates confident decision-making, how a strategic approach to your team strengthens your business growth strategy, and why sustainable success starts long before the next marketing campaign.You'll also hear why business management for women requires a shift from doing everything yourself to developing leaders throughout your organization. Lindsay shares real coaching stories that reveal how leadership coaching and leadership development coaching help founders move from constant firefighting to building capable teams that think independently, take ownership, and contribute with confidence.If you've ever wondered why decisions always land back on your desk, why delegation feels difficult, or why your team still relies on you despite your best efforts, this episode offers a practical way forward. Because Business Leadership for Women isn't about working harder—it's about strengthening the systems that support sustainable growth. And when leadership, people strategy, and culture work together, your business gains the capacity to grow without sacrificing you. Business Leadership for Women serves as the foundation for building a business that can evolve well into the future, and it starts with the intentional choices you make today.Ready to strengthen your people strategy? Download the People Strategy Playbook and start building the leadership, team, and culture your next stage of growth requires.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Stepping Into Leadership isn't about waiting until you feel confident—it's about choosing courage before confidence arrives. If you've been holding back because you don't feel ready, this conversation will challenge the belief that's keeping you stuck.Many business owners assume strong leaders have all the answers, but the reality is very different. Stepping Into Leadership means embracing uncomfortable conversations, making difficult decisions, and trusting yourself before certainty exists. Confidence isn't the starting point; it's the result of taking action. That's why so many founders benefit from intentional leadership development coaching, giving them the support to navigate growth with greater clarity.For those navigating women's business leadership, the pressure to carry everything can feel overwhelming. It's easy to confuse caring deeply about your business with believing you have to do it all yourself. But sustainable leadership comes from building trust, creating accountability, and developing the mindset to lead people—not simply manage tasks. That's where leadership coaching helps shift both perspective and behaviour.You'll also discover why confidence as a leader is built one courageous moment at a time, how your inner dialogue influences every leadership decision, and why strengthening your leadership skills starts long before your team notices the difference. Every courageous conversation, every boundary you set, and every decision you make reinforces the leader you're becoming.If you're Stepping Into Leadership, remember that growth doesn't happen because confidence suddenly appears—it happens because you choose courage first. And that's how confidence is built.If this resonates, subscribe to The People Side of Business, share this episode with another founder who needs to hear it, and take the next step towards becoming the leader your business deserves through Stepping Into Leadership.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Stepping Into Leadership isn't about waiting until you feel confident—it's about choosing courage before confidence arrives. If you've been holding back because you don't feel ready, this conversation will challenge the belief that's keeping you stuck.Many business owners assume strong leaders have all the answers, but the reality is very different. Stepping Into Leadership means embracing uncomfortable conversations, making difficult decisions, and trusting yourself before certainty exists. Confidence isn't the starting point; it's the result of taking action. That's why so many founders benefit from intentional leadership development coaching, giving them the support to navigate growth with greater clarity.For those navigating women's business leadership, the pressure to carry everything can feel overwhelming. It's easy to confuse caring deeply about your business with believing you have to do it all yourself. But sustainable leadership comes from building trust, creating accountability, and developing the mindset to lead people—not simply manage tasks. That's where leadership coaching helps shift both perspective and behaviour.You'll also discover why confidence as a leader is built one courageous moment at a time, how your inner dialogue influences every leadership decision, and why strengthening your leadership skills starts long before your team notices the difference. Every courageous conversation, every boundary you set, and every decision you make reinforces the leader you're becoming.If you're Stepping Into Leadership, remember that growth doesn't happen because confidence suddenly appears—it happens because you choose courage first. And that's how confidence is built.If this resonates, subscribe to The People Side of Business, share this episode with another founder who needs to hear it, and take the next step towards becoming the leader your business deserves through Stepping Into Leadership.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Hiring and Firing Employees isn't simply about filling vacancies or managing performance—it's one of the biggest leadership responsibilities you'll ever have as a founder.Yet many business owners wait too long to hire, recruit from overwhelm instead of strategy, or avoid difficult conversations because personal loyalty gets in the way. The result? Expensive mistakes that impact growth, culture, and your ability to scale.If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I'll just keep doing it myself a little longer," or delaying a difficult people decision because you hoped things would improve, you're not alone.In this episode, Lindsay White shares the three costly mistakes founders make when Hiring and Firing Employees and explains why these aren't simply HR challenges—they're leadership decisions that shape the future of your business.You'll learn why the most common hiring mistakes small business owners make often begin long before a job is advertised, how to develop a proactive hiring strategy that supports sustainable growth, and why stepping into leadership sometimes means making difficult decisions with courage and compassion.Lindsay also discusses one of the hardest responsibilities founders face—how to fire an employee professionally when the role has evolved beyond the individual. You'll discover why keeping someone in a position where they can no longer succeed isn't kind to them, your team, or your business.By approaching Hiring and Firing Employees as strategic leadership decisions instead of reactive tasks, you'll build stronger teams, healthier workplace cultures, and a business that can grow without everything depending on you.If you're ready to lead with greater confidence and make people decisions that align with your long-term vision, this episode is for you.In This Episode You'll Learn✔ Why waiting too long to hire costs more than hiring too early✔ The hidden danger of hiring from exhaustion instead of strategy✔ Common hiring mistakes small business founders make✔ How a proactive hiring strategy supports business growth✔ Signs it's time to make a difficult people decision✔ How to fire an employee with clarity, kindness, and professionalism✔ Why stepping into leadership requires courage over comfort✔ How intentional people decisions strengthen culture and scalabilityResources & Links

Hiring and Firing Employees isn't simply about filling vacancies or managing performance—it's one of the biggest leadership responsibilities you'll ever have as a founder.Yet many business owners wait too long to hire, recruit from overwhelm instead of strategy, or avoid difficult conversations because personal loyalty gets in the way. The result? Expensive mistakes that impact growth, culture, and your ability to scale.If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I'll just keep doing it myself a little longer," or delaying a difficult people decision because you hoped things would improve, you're not alone.In this episode, Lindsay White shares the three costly mistakes founders make when Hiring and Firing Employees and explains why these aren't simply HR challenges—they're leadership decisions that shape the future of your business.You'll learn why the most common hiring mistakes small business owners make often begin long before a job is advertised, how to develop a proactive hiring strategy that supports sustainable growth, and why stepping into leadership sometimes means making difficult decisions with courage and compassion.Lindsay also discusses one of the hardest responsibilities founders face—how to fire an employee professionally when the role has evolved beyond the individual. You'll discover why keeping someone in a position where they can no longer succeed isn't kind to them, your team, or your business.By approaching Hiring and Firing Employees as strategic leadership decisions instead of reactive tasks, you'll build stronger teams, healthier workplace cultures, and a business that can grow without everything depending on you.If you're ready to lead with greater confidence and make people decisions that align with your long-term vision, this episode is for you.In This Episode You'll Learn✔ Why waiting too long to hire costs more than hiring too early✔ The hidden danger of hiring from exhaustion instead of strategy✔ Common hiring mistakes small business founders make✔ How a proactive hiring strategy supports business growth✔ Signs it's time to make a difficult people decision✔ How to fire an employee with clarity, kindness, and professionalism✔ Why stepping into leadership requires courage over comfort✔ How intentional people decisions strengthen culture and scalabilityResources & Links

What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn't marketing, sales, or hiring? The right Business Growth Strategy often isn't about adding more—it's about simplifying what already exists. As your business grows, it's easy to become the person every decision, problem, and question flows through. The result? Longer hours, constant firefighting, and a business that depends on you instead of supporting you.Sustainable growth doesn't happen by working harder. It happens when you intentionally build leadership rhythms, create clarity for your team, and establish a culture where ownership thrives. If you're scaling business operations and wondering why growth feels more complicated than ever, the answer may not be another hire—it may be the systems and rhythms your business is missing.You'll discover why simplifying before expanding is a smarter Business Growth Strategy, how leadership rhythm creates space for strategic thinking instead of constant reacting, and why clear accountability gives your team the confidence to make better decisions. If you're navigating startup scaling or wondering how to scale a team without becoming the bottleneck, these practical shifts will help you lead with greater confidence while reducing overwhelm.You'll also learn why culture is far more than perks or values on a wall. Real culture is built through consistent behaviours, communication, and trust that empower people to solve problems without relying on the founder for every answer. This is especially valuable for women in business leadership, where caring deeply can unintentionally turn into carrying everything.The most effective Business Growth Strategy isn't about doing more. It's about creating leadership, people, and culture rhythms that allow your business to grow without costing you your health, your family, or the freedom you started your business to create.Ready to uncover where your business needs stronger rhythms? Download the free Resilience Rhythm Check-In from the High Voltage Resource Library, then book a Spark Session to identify what's keeping you stuck and create a practical plan for sustainable growth.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn't marketing, sales, or hiring? The right Business Growth Strategy often isn't about adding more—it's about simplifying what already exists. As your business grows, it's easy to become the person every decision, problem, and question flows through. The result? Longer hours, constant firefighting, and a business that depends on you instead of supporting you.Sustainable growth doesn't happen by working harder. It happens when you intentionally build leadership rhythms, create clarity for your team, and establish a culture where ownership thrives. If you're scaling business operations and wondering why growth feels more complicated than ever, the answer may not be another hire—it may be the systems and rhythms your business is missing.You'll discover why simplifying before expanding is a smarter Business Growth Strategy, how leadership rhythm creates space for strategic thinking instead of constant reacting, and why clear accountability gives your team the confidence to make better decisions. If you're navigating startup scaling or wondering how to scale a team without becoming the bottleneck, these practical shifts will help you lead with greater confidence while reducing overwhelm.You'll also learn why culture is far more than perks or values on a wall. Real culture is built through consistent behaviours, communication, and trust that empower people to solve problems without relying on the founder for every answer. This is especially valuable for women in business leadership, where caring deeply can unintentionally turn into carrying everything.The most effective Business Growth Strategy isn't about doing more. It's about creating leadership, people, and culture rhythms that allow your business to grow without costing you your health, your family, or the freedom you started your business to create.Ready to uncover where your business needs stronger rhythms? Download the free Resilience Rhythm Check-In from the High Voltage Resource Library, then book a Spark Session to identify what's keeping you stuck and create a practical plan for sustainable growth.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

If you're wondering how to lead a team when performance keeps falling short, the answer may not be what you think. It's easy to assume missed deadlines, inconsistent communication, or declining results point to employee issues. But more often than many founders realize, the real challenge isn't a lack of accountability—it's a lack of leadership clarity. Before you jump to conclusions, ask yourself whether your team truly understands what's expected, what success looks like, and where ownership begins.Many founder challenges start with assumptions. We assume people know what we mean, understand our expectations, or will naturally succeed after being promoted into a bigger role. When those expectations stay in our heads instead of being clearly communicated, performance problems become almost inevitable. Accountability isn't created after something goes wrong—it starts long before that with clear expectations, defined ownership, communication rhythms, and measurable outcomes.Learning how to lead a team means creating an environment where people can succeed because the path forward is visible. In this conversation, you'll discover why clarity is one of the most overlooked leadership skills, how unclear expectations quietly create frustration for both leaders and employees, and why curiosity often produces better results than criticism. You'll also hear a real-world leadership example that demonstrates how a struggling employee completely turned their performance around once expectations, ownership, and success metrics became clear.If you've been dealing with employee issues, struggling with holding employees accountable, or feeling frustrated by ongoing performance problems, this perspective may completely change how you approach leadership. Instead of asking what's wrong with your employee, you'll learn to ask better questions that uncover the real barriers preventing success.Ready to strengthen your leadership? Download the Leadership Role Clarity Planner to define role expectations, ownership, accountability, communication rhythms, and success metrics so your team can perform with confidence. Then continue your leadership journey by listening to Episode 2, Avoiding Difficult Conversations Is Hurting Your Leadership, where you'll build the confidence to have the conversations that support clarity and lasting accountability. Together, these episodes will help you master how to lead a team with greater confidence, stronger communication, and a culture where accountability starts with clarity—not consequences.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

If you're wondering how to lead a team when performance keeps falling short, the answer may not be what you think. It's easy to assume missed deadlines, inconsistent communication, or declining results point to employee issues. But more often than many founders realize, the real challenge isn't a lack of accountability—it's a lack of leadership clarity. Before you jump to conclusions, ask yourself whether your team truly understands what's expected, what success looks like, and where ownership begins.Many founder challenges start with assumptions. We assume people know what we mean, understand our expectations, or will naturally succeed after being promoted into a bigger role. When those expectations stay in our heads instead of being clearly communicated, performance problems become almost inevitable. Accountability isn't created after something goes wrong—it starts long before that with clear expectations, defined ownership, communication rhythms, and measurable outcomes.Learning how to lead a team means creating an environment where people can succeed because the path forward is visible. In this conversation, you'll discover why clarity is one of the most overlooked leadership skills, how unclear expectations quietly create frustration for both leaders and employees, and why curiosity often produces better results than criticism. You'll also hear a real-world leadership example that demonstrates how a struggling employee completely turned their performance around once expectations, ownership, and success metrics became clear.If you've been dealing with employee issues, struggling with holding employees accountable, or feeling frustrated by ongoing performance problems, this perspective may completely change how you approach leadership. Instead of asking what's wrong with your employee, you'll learn to ask better questions that uncover the real barriers preventing success.Ready to strengthen your leadership? Download the Leadership Role Clarity Planner to define role expectations, ownership, accountability, communication rhythms, and success metrics so your team can perform with confidence. Then continue your leadership journey by listening to Episode 2, Avoiding Difficult Conversations Is Hurting Your Leadership, where you'll build the confidence to have the conversations that support clarity and lasting accountability. Together, these episodes will help you master how to lead a team with greater confidence, stronger communication, and a culture where accountability starts with clarity—not consequences.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Most founders think Avoiding Difficult Conversations protects relationships. In reality, it quietly damages them. Every conversation left unsaid chips away at trust, lowers accountability, and weakens team performance. Over time, your employees feel the tension, your business slows, and your confidence as a leader takes the biggest hit. The conversation isn't the problem. Avoiding it is.Many founder challenges don't begin with strategy or systems—they begin with the moments leaders hesitate to address. A story of an underperforming employee reveals why difficult conversations with employees become harder the longer they're delayed, and why what we're often protecting isn't the relationship at all, but our own discomfort. Shifting that mindset is one of the most valuable leadership skills a founder can develop.You'll discover why high-performing teams tackle tough conversations earlier, how Avoiding Difficult Conversations affects culture and business growth, and what it really takes to manage employees with clarity and respect. The Say The Thing Script Kit provides a practical four-step framework to help you prepare, navigate emotional responses, create genuine buy-in through listening, and finish every conversation with clear expectations and meaningful next steps.Real confidence as a leader isn't built by sidestepping uncomfortable moments. It's earned every time you lean into them with honesty, empathy, and direction. As your business grows, your ability to manage employees through difficult situations becomes one of the defining factors behind sustainable success. Avoiding Difficult Conversations doesn't protect your leadership—it limits it. Learning how to address them well is what allows both your people and your business to grow.Download the Say The Thing Script Kit to confidently navigate your next conversation, then book a Spark Session if you're ready to strengthen your leadership skills and build a high-performing team. https://go.highvoltageleadership.ca/resource-library-423628 And if you're feeling stretched thin and ready for a reset, book a Spark Session, a focused 60-minute strategy session to work through what's really going on and build a path forward: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/hvl-sparkSupport the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Most founders think Avoiding Difficult Conversations protects relationships. In reality, it quietly damages them. Every conversation left unsaid chips away at trust, lowers accountability, and weakens team performance. Over time, your employees feel the tension, your business slows, and your confidence as a leader takes the biggest hit. The conversation isn't the problem. Avoiding it is.Many founder challenges don't begin with strategy or systems—they begin with the moments leaders hesitate to address. A story of an underperforming employee reveals why difficult conversations with employees become harder the longer they're delayed, and why what we're often protecting isn't the relationship at all, but our own discomfort. Shifting that mindset is one of the most valuable leadership skills a founder can develop.You'll discover why high-performing teams tackle tough conversations earlier, how Avoiding Difficult Conversations affects culture and business growth, and what it really takes to manage employees with clarity and respect. The Say The Thing Script Kit provides a practical four-step framework to help you prepare, navigate emotional responses, create genuine buy-in through listening, and finish every conversation with clear expectations and meaningful next steps.Real confidence as a leader isn't built by sidestepping uncomfortable moments. It's earned every time you lean into them with honesty, empathy, and direction. As your business grows, your ability to manage employees through difficult situations becomes one of the defining factors behind sustainable success. Avoiding Difficult Conversations doesn't protect your leadership—it limits it. Learning how to address them well is what allows both your people and your business to grow.Download the Say The Thing Script Kit to confidently navigate your next conversation, then book a Spark Session if you're ready to strengthen your leadership skills and build a high-performing team. https://go.highvoltageleadership.ca/resource-library-423628 And if you're feeling stretched thin and ready for a reset, book a Spark Session, a focused 60-minute strategy session to work through what's really going on and build a path forward: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/hvl-sparkSupport the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Send us Fan MailMost business owners believe growth comes from better marketing, stronger sales, or more sophisticated systems. But what if the real growth constraint is leadership? Leadership skills for business owners are rarely discussed with the same urgency as strategy and revenue, yet they often determine whether a company can successfully grow beyond the founder.As businesses expand, new challenges emerge. More clients, more opportunities, and more responsibilities place increasing demands on the person leading the organization. The skills required to start a business are not always the same skills required to scale one. And this is where many founders discover an important truth: sustainable growth requires leadership growth.In this inaugural episode of The People Side of Business, we explore the shift from founder to CEO and why leadership becomes one of the most important investments a business owner can make. From developing stronger business communication skills to creating trust, accountability, and clarity, leadership influences every aspect of performance. The way you lead affects your team, your culture, your decision-making, and ultimately your results.You'll discover why effective team management strategies are critical to long-term success, how to recognize when leadership has become a bottleneck, and why learning how to manage employees and team members effectively creates capacity for growth. We also discuss the importance of building company culture intentionally and the role of building leadership team capability as your business evolves.One of the most powerful ideas explored is that people are not simply part of your business growth strategy—they are the strategy. Every client experience, innovation, and operational success is driven by people. That is why leadership skills for female business owners and business leadership for women deserve greater attention, support, and conversation.If you've ever felt caught between working in your business and leading your business, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about growth. Because leadership skills for business owners are not about becoming perfect. They are about becoming intentional, self-aware, and willing to evolve alongside your business.The future of your company will be shaped not only by what you do, but by who you become as a leader. And that is why leadership skills for business owners matter more than most entrepreneurs realize. Whether you're leading a small team or preparing for your next stage of growth, leadership skills for business owners may be the most valuable investment you make.Connect with me on LinkedIn and share the leadership challenge you're navigating right now. I'd love to continue the conversation.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Send us Fan MailMost business owners believe growth comes from better marketing, stronger sales, or more sophisticated systems. But what if the real growth constraint is leadership? Leadership skills for business owners are rarely discussed with the same urgency as strategy and revenue, yet they often determine whether a company can successfully grow beyond the founder.As businesses expand, new challenges emerge. More clients, more opportunities, and more responsibilities place increasing demands on the person leading the organization. The skills required to start a business are not always the same skills required to scale one. And this is where many founders discover an important truth: sustainable growth requires leadership growth.In this inaugural episode of The People Side of Business, we explore the shift from founder to CEO and why leadership becomes one of the most important investments a business owner can make. From developing stronger business communication skills to creating trust, accountability, and clarity, leadership influences every aspect of performance. The way you lead affects your team, your culture, your decision-making, and ultimately your results.You'll discover why effective team management strategies are critical to long-term success, how to recognize when leadership has become a bottleneck, and why learning how to manage employees and team members effectively creates capacity for growth. We also discuss the importance of building company culture intentionally and the role of building leadership team capability as your business evolves.One of the most powerful ideas explored is that people are not simply part of your business growth strategy—they are the strategy. Every client experience, innovation, and operational success is driven by people. That is why leadership skills for female business owners and business leadership for women deserve greater attention, support, and conversation.If you've ever felt caught between working in your business and leading your business, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about growth. Because leadership skills for business owners are not about becoming perfect. They are about becoming intentional, self-aware, and willing to evolve alongside your business.The future of your company will be shaped not only by what you do, but by who you become as a leader. And that is why leadership skills for business owners matter more than most entrepreneurs realize. Whether you're leading a small team or preparing for your next stage of growth, leadership skills for business owners may be the most valuable investment you make.Connect with me on LinkedIn and share the leadership challenge you're navigating right now. I'd love to continue the conversation.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like everyone is talking about marketing, sales, and scaling, yet no one is talking about the leadership challenges that come with building a business? That gap is exactly why leadership skills for female business owners deserve a much bigger conversation. Because while growth strategies matter, businesses ultimately succeed or struggle based on the people leading them.Women founders are building impactful companies while often balancing responsibilities far beyond the business itself. Yet conversations around business leadership for women frequently take a back seat to tactics and visibility. And this is where many entrepreneurs discover a hard truth: your business can only grow as far as your leadership allows.The People Side of Business was created to address that missing piece. This new chapter focuses on the human side of sustainable success, from team management strategies and business communication skills to creating trust, accountability, and alignment within your organization. Because growth is not just about systems—it is about people.As your company expands, understanding how to manage employees and team members effectively becomes essential. Strong leadership creates clarity, strengthens relationships, and supports long-term performance. Whether you are hiring your first employee or building leadership team capacity for the future, the way you lead shapes every outcome in your business.You will also hear practical conversations around building company culture, navigating team dynamics, improving communication, and creating an environment where people can do their best work. These are the leadership foundations that support a sustainable business growth strategy and help founders avoid burnout while scaling.The reality is that leadership skills for female business owners are not optional for the next stage of growth. They influence hiring, retention, culture, communication, and every decision that impacts your team. The more intentional you become as a leader, the stronger your business becomes.This podcast is a space for honest conversations, expert insights, and practical leadership development. If you have been looking for guidance on leadership skills for female business owners, support in navigating people challenges, or a community that understands the realities of entrepreneurship, you are in the right place. The future of your business will be shaped by the leader you become, and leadership skills for female business owners are at the centre of that journey.Subscribe now so you never miss an episode and join the conversation as we build stronger businesses through stronger leadership.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt like everyone is talking about marketing, sales, and scaling, yet no one is talking about the leadership challenges that come with building a business? That gap is exactly why leadership skills for female business owners deserve a much bigger conversation. Because while growth strategies matter, businesses ultimately succeed or struggle based on the people leading them.Women founders are building impactful companies while often balancing responsibilities far beyond the business itself. Yet conversations around business leadership for women frequently take a back seat to tactics and visibility. And this is where many entrepreneurs discover a hard truth: your business can only grow as far as your leadership allows.The People Side of Business was created to address that missing piece. This new chapter focuses on the human side of sustainable success, from team management strategies and business communication skills to creating trust, accountability, and alignment within your organization. Because growth is not just about systems—it is about people.As your company expands, understanding how to manage employees and team members effectively becomes essential. Strong leadership creates clarity, strengthens relationships, and supports long-term performance. Whether you are hiring your first employee or building leadership team capacity for the future, the way you lead shapes every outcome in your business.You will also hear practical conversations around building company culture, navigating team dynamics, improving communication, and creating an environment where people can do their best work. These are the leadership foundations that support a sustainable business growth strategy and help founders avoid burnout while scaling.The reality is that leadership skills for female business owners are not optional for the next stage of growth. They influence hiring, retention, culture, communication, and every decision that impacts your team. The more intentional you become as a leader, the stronger your business becomes.This podcast is a space for honest conversations, expert insights, and practical leadership development. If you have been looking for guidance on leadership skills for female business owners, support in navigating people challenges, or a community that understands the realities of entrepreneurship, you are in the right place. The future of your business will be shaped by the leader you become, and leadership skills for female business owners are at the centre of that journey.Subscribe now so you never miss an episode and join the conversation as we build stronger businesses through stronger leadership.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.

In this insightful episode of TBCY, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Lindsay White, Founder of High Voltage Leadership and a leadership and people strategy expert, about the critical lessons every founder must learn when scaling a business.Lindsay shares practical insights on the realities of transitioning from entrepreneur to CEO, building resilient company cultures, and creating sustainable high-performance teams.Discover why business growth is fundamentally a leadership challenge, how to identify leadership bottlenecks, why people strategy must be integrated with business strategy, how to manage loyal employees during periods of rapid growth, and how founders can avoid burnout while scaling.Lindsay also discusses the unique challenges faced by female founders and offers practical advice on creating systems that empower teams and support sustainable performance.Whether you're a founder, business leader, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and practical wisdom to help you lead your organization to the next level.Subscribe for more leadership insights and founder stories.

Send us Fan MailWe're five seasons in, friend. And wow, we've explored some vulnerable topics and big strategies. Guests had mic-drop and thought-provoking moments, and founders sent messages that reminded me exactly why this show exists. This week's episode is the season five wrap-up! No guest. Just me, seven lessons, and the things I think we were all trying to avoid saying out loud this year.✨ The Seven Lessons of Season Five1. Scaling is an identity shift first and a strategy second. The version of you that built the business cannot be the same version of you that scales it. 2. Hiring faster does not fix broken leadership. Most hiring problems are actually clarity problems.3. Confidence is built through action. Confident people do not feel ready all the time. The women growing the fastest are the ones willing to be visible before they feel polished.4. Culture is not kombucha and core values on a wall. Culture is how you handle conflict, whether expectations are clear, and whether people feel safe enough to tell the truth. 5. Leadership becomes exhausting when you're trying to be everything to everyone. Busy leadership reacts. Focused leadership drives. 6. The best leaders build teams that can think without them. When every question, every decision, and every problem still flows through the founder... Something has gone wrong.7. The women we admire most are doing the deepest inner work. Behind almost every strategic problem is a human problem. Fear, perfectionism, people pleasing, control, avoidance. Leadership exposes all of it. Thank you for being here all season. Thank you for listening, sharing, and sending the messages that remind me this work matters!

Send us Fan MailWe're five seasons in, friend. And wow, we've explored some vulnerable topics and big strategies. Guests had mic-drop and thought-provoking moments, and founders sent messages that reminded me exactly why this show exists. This week's episode is the season five wrap-up! No guest. Just me, seven lessons, and the things I think we were all trying to avoid saying out loud this year.✨ The Seven Lessons of Season Five1. Scaling is an identity shift first and a strategy second. The version of you that built the business cannot be the same version of you that scales it. 2. Hiring faster does not fix broken leadership. Most hiring problems are actually clarity problems.3. Confidence is built through action. Confident people do not feel ready all the time. The women growing the fastest are the ones willing to be visible before they feel polished.4. Culture is not kombucha and core values on a wall. Culture is how you handle conflict, whether expectations are clear, and whether people feel safe enough to tell the truth. 5. Leadership becomes exhausting when you're trying to be everything to everyone. Busy leadership reacts. Focused leadership drives. 6. The best leaders build teams that can think without them. When every question, every decision, and every problem still flows through the founder... Something has gone wrong.7. The women we admire most are doing the deepest inner work. Behind almost every strategic problem is a human problem. Fear, perfectionism, people pleasing, control, avoidance. Leadership exposes all of it. Thank you for being here all season. Thank you for listening, sharing, and sending the messages that remind me this work matters!

Send us Fan MailYou had the vision. You built the thing! And somewhere between starting and scaling, the message got muddier, the team got busier, and the gap between what you meant to build and what's actually being delivered started to widen.This week's guest knows exactly how to close the gap.I sat down with Kaitlyn David— brand strategist, fractional CMO, and an all-around grounded, human-centered marketing thinker. Kaitlyn looks at marketing from the inside out, and she has some fantastic insight on keeping your vision alive (and simplified) while scaling. ✨ Episode Highlights

Send us Fan MailThis week, I sat down with Elizabeth Eiss, founder of Results Resourcing, and she said something in particular that I knew I needed to share with you. That 57% of the average founder's time is spent on non-core work. Work that isn't generating revenue, isn't in their zone of genius, and that someone else could do better, faster (and with significantly more joy).That number made me look at my own week differently! And this episode will help you do the same, as you hold up the mirror long enough to see exactly what that non-core work is costing you in your business. ✨ Episode Highlights⏱️ Every hour spent on work that isn't your highest use has an opportunity cost. And Elizabeth has a calculator that shows you exactly what that number is.

I want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...Leadership development, emotional intelligence, feedback culture, and small business leadership — this episode of Casa De Confidence dives deep into what it truly means to lead in today's evolving workplace.Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with leadership strategist and fractional HR partner Lindsay White to unpack how vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional intelligence shape effective leadership — whether you're a corporate executive, a first-time supervisor, or a small business owner building your team.If you've ever struggled with:Asking for feedbackManaging your inner critic or saboteurLeading new or high-performing team membersCreating culture intentionallyScaling your business without losing your humanityThis conversation will challenge and equip you.Lindsay shares:The essential traits of a great leader (not a perfect one)Why feedback is the fastest path to growthHow situational leadership changes everythingHow to manage your internal saboteurWhy leadership is a daily practice, not a titleYou'll also hear powerful insights about emotional intelligence, Brené Brown's research on vulnerability, Simon Sinek's purpose-driven leadership philosophy, and how small habits create leadership momentum.This episode is for entrepreneurs, executives, founders, HR professionals, and emerging leaders who want to lead with clarity, courage, and culture.

Have you ever hit a breaking point at work where you just knew—you were done? In this powerful episode #205 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with leadership coach and HR strategist Lindsay White, who shares the moment she abruptly quit her 20-year corporate career with no plan... and never looked back.Lindsay opens up about the toxic leadership that pushed her out of her corporate job, the toll it took on her health, and how she turned that career crisis into a successful business through High Voltage Leadership. You'll hear how she leaned into her experience, built her coaching certification, and launched a podcast and consultancy that helps leaders build better cultures and become the kind of bosses people want to work for.This candid conversation dives into:How to know when it's time to walk away from your 9-to-5Turning HR experience into a purpose-driven businessCreating a people-first culture in small businessThe emotional side of quitting a job without a backup planWhy your second act can be the best one yetWhether you're thinking about leaving your job, dealing with burnout, or dreaming of building something of your own—this episode will inspire you to take the leap (with or without a plan).

Today's episode is for any founder ready to tap into the fullest version of a leadership they can. Kristina is joined by people & culture strategist and leadership coach Lindsay White, founder of Voltage Leadership. Lindsay has over 15 years of experience in leadership development and strategic HR, specializing in helping business owners grow their teams without growing their stress. Whether you're a solopreneur just starting out or you're scaling a growing team, this conversation is for you. Lindsay and Kristina unpack the messy and magical sides of building leadership capacity, including the transition from “doing the work” to “leading the team,” the importance of knowing your values, and how to build intentional, healthy culture from day one.You won't miss to miss this if:You're leading a team, or thinking about hiring soon.You want to build a strong culture that actually feels good.You're unsure how to “lead” when it's just you.You're curious about coaching but not sure how to choose the right fit.You're ready to do the inner work so your business can grow the right way.Leadership isn't a title, it's an intention, and the sooner you start working on your leadership foundation, the smoother your business will scale!Connect with Lindsay:WebsiteInstagramFemale Founder Unplugged PodcastMentioned in the Episode:The Ops ShopDare To Lead by Brene BrownReady to be part of a community that supports your growth? Join us at The Social Business Club and use the code PODCAST for your first month for just $1.Send me a text!Banter with BillyDive into real, unfiltered conversations with marketing leaders, minus the BS.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFor Your Information: • Host your podcast on Buzzsprout! •Use Code ‘PODCAST' For Your First Month For $1 Inside The Social Business Club • Join our favourite scheduling platform Later • FLODESK Affiliate Code | 50% off your first year! Don't forget to come say hi to us on Instagram @thesocialsnippet, join the Weekly Snippet or follow us on any social media platform! Website . Instagram . Facebook . Linkedin

Ever freeze mid-sentence in a meeting? Start rambling when challenged? Or walk away thinking, “Why didn't I speak up?” You're not alone. This episode is going to be your go-to toolkit for navigating those high-pressure moments with more clarity and confidence. In this episode, I unpack what pressure really does to high-achieving women — and more importantly, how to coach yourself through it in real time, even when your heart is racing and your voice feels like it's vanished. If you've ever wanted to feel more grounded, more articulate, and more in control under fire, this one's for you. "Leadership isn't about what you say out loud, it's about what you say to yourself before you open your mouth." — Toni Collis What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why freezing, rambling, or going silent is NOT a sign of incompetence How to interrupt the “pressure spiral” before it derails your confidence Micro self-coaching tools — no journaling required Shifting from reactive to grounded leadership in high-stakes situations How to apply my “Hold, Don't Carry” method so you stop replaying every meeting in your head Using the Say It Like a Leader script pack to pair inner clarity with outer confidence And more! This is for you if: You've ever walked out of a meeting replaying every word You freeze, clam-up and worry about speaking up You get frustrated when interrupted or dismissed You want to build executive presence without faking it You're navigating pressure, visibility, or senior rooms and want to show up powerfully — even when interrupted, dismissed, or put on the spot   **Useful links** Download the free companion guide: Say It Like a Leader: https://tonicollis.com/sayitlikealeader Want to learn more about the concept of Hold Don't Carry? Listen to Episode 195: Hold Don't Carry with Lindsay White here: https://tonicollis.com/episode195  If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: https://www.tonicollis.com/academy  Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: https://tonicollis.com/episode258 Check us out on Youtube. Join the Leading Women in Tech community in Slack where we discuss all-the-things for women's tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.  

Send us a textIn this special season wrap-up, I reflect on the boldest lessons and most inspiring conversations from Season 4 of Female Founder Unplugged. From building people-first cultures to leading with intuition and embracing vulnerability, get ready to learn the biggest leadership takeaways that will help you step into your next level of business and personal growth.

Send us a textIn this special season wrap-up, I reflect on the boldest lessons and most inspiring conversations from Season 4 of Female Founder Unplugged. From building people-first cultures to leading with intuition and embracing vulnerability, get ready to learn the biggest leadership takeaways that will help you step into your next level of business and personal growth.

In this empowering episode, bold leadership coach Lindsay White shares transformative insights for female founders ready to scale their businesses without sacrificing their well-being. Discover how leading yourself first, aligning with your core values, and setting clear boundaries can create a thriving team and a fulfilling work-life blend. Lindsay's no-nonsense approach and 15+ years in strategic talent management offer actionable strategies to build a culture that inspires and a people strategy that delivers results. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership and transform your business from the inside out.You can find Lindsay here:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-white-high-voltage/High Voltage Leadership: https://www.highvoltageleadership.ca/********************************

Send us a textIn this week's Female Founder Unplugged episode, I dive deep into a concept that has completely changed the way I lead, make decisions, and run my business — Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, stress, or frustration as a founder, this episode is for you. I break down the science behind mental fitness and how PQ can help you intercept negative thought patterns, access your inner “sage,” and build a more resilient business (and life). I also reference a previous episode where I share one of the biggest setbacks I've faced — and how PQ helped me navigate through it. You can listen to that story here.In this episode:[00:01:14] What if the thing holding you back isn't your strategy — it's your mind?[00:07:03] Spotting and silencing your inner saboteurs[00:14:26] The surprising role empathy plays in effective leadership[00:22:40] My favorite quick tool: 10-second PQ reps + why I love box breathingWant to go deeper? Join the next Positive Intelligence Bootcamp and take the Saboteur Assessment (https://www.positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs/) to get started.

Send us a textIn this week's Female Founder Unplugged episode, I dive deep into a concept that has completely changed the way I lead, make decisions, and run my business — Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, stress, or frustration as a founder, this episode is for you. I break down the science behind mental fitness and how PQ can help you intercept negative thought patterns, access your inner “sage,” and build a more resilient business (and life). I also reference a previous episode where I share one of the biggest setbacks I've faced — and how PQ helped me navigate through it. You can listen to that story here.In this episode:[00:01:14] What if the thing holding you back isn't your strategy — it's your mind?[00:07:03] Spotting and silencing your inner saboteurs[00:14:26] The surprising role empathy plays in effective leadership[00:22:40] My favorite quick tool: 10-second PQ reps + why I love box breathingWant to go deeper? Join the next Positive Intelligence Bootcamp and take the Saboteur Assessment (https://www.positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs/) to get started.

Send us a textIn this episode of Female Founder Unplugged, I sit down with Alyssa Nolte (@alyssamnolte), CEO and founder of TruVue, a predictive analytics software company transforming customer intelligence. An “accidental entrepreneur,” Alyssa's journey began with a handshake deal at a fledgling startup, leading to a career working with brands like Salesforce, Cisco, and Chase. Now, as a founder and leader, she thrives on tackling big problems with smart solutions—whether redefining customer insights or modernizing fundraising for K-12 teams.Alyssa opens up about the lessons she's learned along the way, from trusting her network to overcoming self-doubt and "head trash." She shares how embracing challenges (including her failed attempts at keeping plants alive) has shaped her leadership and why integrity is the foundation of success. This conversation is packed with insights on scaling a business, fostering trust, and navigating the chaos of entrepreneurship—delivered with Alyssa's signature humor and authenticity.In This Episode:

Send us a textIn this episode of Female Founder Unplugged, I sit down with Alyssa Nolte (@alyssamnolte), CEO and founder of TruVue, a predictive analytics software company transforming customer intelligence. An “accidental entrepreneur,” Alyssa's journey began with a handshake deal at a fledgling startup, leading to a career working with brands like Salesforce, Cisco, and Chase. Now, as a founder and leader, she thrives on tackling big problems with smart solutions—whether redefining customer insights or modernizing fundraising for K-12 teams.Alyssa opens up about the lessons she's learned along the way, from trusting her network to overcoming self-doubt and "head trash." She shares how embracing challenges (including her failed attempts at keeping plants alive) has shaped her leadership and why integrity is the foundation of success. This conversation is packed with insights on scaling a business, fostering trust, and navigating the chaos of entrepreneurship—delivered with Alyssa's signature humor and authenticity.In This Episode:

Have you ever felt like your inner critic is holding you back from reaching your full potential? That little voice that whispers doubts, fuels stress, and keeps you second-guessing your decisions? It's time to silence it—for good.In this episode of The Business of Good, I'm sharing the ONE quiz that helped me uncover the root of my critical inner voice and how it's been sabotaging my success. After taking the Positive Intelligence Saboteur Assessment, I discovered the three saboteurs wreaking the most havoc on my mindset: Hyper-Vigilant, Hyper-Achiever, and Controller. And now, I'm tackling them head-on with a transformational mindset tool that I want to share with you.Then in the second half of the show, I'm joined by my guest and mindset coach, Lindsay White, a leadership coach and Positive Intelligence expert, who breaks down how to uncover and weaken your saboteurs so you can finally quiet that critical voice and unlock your true potential.What you'll learn in this episode:What Positive Intelligence is and how it can help you master your mindset.How to identify your saboteurs (the invisible enemies in your mind).Why silencing your inner critic is the key to achieving both business success and personal happiness.How I'm using the Positive Intelligence Bootcamp to take control in 2025—and how you can join me.Ready to get started?Take the Positive Intelligence quiz today and join me in Lindsay's Positive Intelligence Bootcamp! Learn more and sign up at janditchfield.co/join. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "Jan's advice on building a business that aligns with my values is exactly what I've been looking for!"

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Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down for a solo session to discuss the pivotal role of coaching for female founders. I share how delaying the decision to hire a coach can lead to burnout and missed business opportunities. I delve into the benefits of coaching in enhancing leadership skills, preventing business stagnation, and creating a balanced work-life environment.  I also share insights on selecting the right coach, managing costs, and the broader impact of coaching on teams and business growth. This is essential listening for any entrepreneur looking to invest in personal and professional development through coaching.In this episodeWhy delaying in hiring a coach is detrimental [07:15] Key benefits of having a coach for business growth [18:30] How to choose the right coach for your personal needs [28:45]Connect with me!https://ca.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-white-high-voltagehttps://www.highvoltageleadership.ca/contactSupport the showOur mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down for a solo session to discuss the pivotal role of coaching for female founders. I share how delaying the decision to hire a coach can lead to burnout and missed business opportunities. I delve into the benefits of coaching in enhancing leadership skills, preventing business stagnation, and creating a balanced work-life environment.  I also share insights on selecting the right coach, managing costs, and the broader impact of coaching on teams and business growth. This is essential listening for any entrepreneur looking to invest in personal and professional development through coaching.In this episodeWhy delaying in hiring a coach is detrimental [07:15] Key benefits of having a coach for business growth [18:30] How to choose the right coach for your personal needs [28:45]Connect with me!https://ca.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-white-high-voltagehttps://www.highvoltageleadership.ca/contactSupport the showOur mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

Leadership coach and people strategy expert, Lindsay White, founder of High Voltage Leadership, shares when we should hire someone and how. Lindsay works with small businesses and entreprenuers to help them be more confident and impactful leaders. She helps them create strategies to execute their business plan and lead and nurture their teams. Lindsay shares helpful tips and strategies for job descriptions, interviewing, hiring and on-boarding. Tune in to see how Lindsay may be a great resource for you and your business growth!  Turn your CRAFT into a CAREER! Did you find this podcast helpful? Find more creative business takeaways, tutorials, courses, plus much more below.  SHOW NOTES: https://quilterscandy.com/category/podcast-episodes/ QUILTERS CANDY WEBSITE: https://quilterscandy.com/ INSTAGRAM: Craft to Career Podcast @crafttocareer Quilters Candy @quilters_candy  

Send us a textIn today's solo episode, I dive into a controversial yet crucial topic for female founders: work-life balance. Learn why I think it's a total MYTH, and why instead of striving for (an impossible state to achieve) balance, you should focus on finding your own unique work-life BLEND.

Hey everyone! Welcome back to Small Business School. Today, I'm thrilled to chat with my new friend, Lindsay White! Lindsay is a sought-after executive coach, people operations expert, and speaker who believes that every business deserves three things; great leadership, an impactful people strategy, and a culture that inspires! Together we've had some great conversations about business, and today's episode is no exception. If you're looking to inspire your team and enhance your business culture, you're in the right place!Topics Covered:Lindsay discusses how great leaders create environments where employees feel valued and motivated, leading to incredible results.The practical steps to foster a culture of kindness, respect, and inclusion, and why it starts with leadership.Advice on maintaining a strong culture even when you're stretched thin and how to share the responsibility with your team.How to align your team with your values and vision from the recruitment process to everyday actions.How to ensure your behaviour matches the values you promote, and why it's essential for employee engagement.Understanding what “family values” mean to each employee and how to incorporate their needs into your work environment.The benefits of working with experts to build a clear and actionable talent strategy, and how it can transform your business.Align your business practices with your values to foster a thriving and motivated team. Use this episode to make tangible steps towards a more engaging and effective workplace!Lindsay's Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highvoltleadership/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-white-high-voltage/Website: https://www.highvoltageleadership.ca/People Strategy Playbook: https://highvoltageleadership.ck.page/97deda134fStaci's Links:Instagram. Website.The School for Small Business Podcast is a proud member of the Female Alliance Media. To learn more about Female Alliance Media and how they are elevating female voices or how they can support your show, visit femalealliancemedia.ca.Head over to my website https://www.stacimillard.com/ to grab your FREE copy of my Profit Playbook and receive 30 innovative ways you can add more profit to your business AND the first step towards implementing these ideas in your business!

Hey Small Business School, come be a fly on the wall as I break down a conversation I had with a business owner who's been scaling rapidly in just six months, and I'm excited to share some of the top behind the scenes insights with you!Topics Covered:Building a strong company culture means aligning your team with your values and expectations. It's about making sure everyone operates like you would even when you're not around! (Check out Ep. 202 - Coming out August 14th with Lindsay White for more on this!)Balance is key—too many processes can bog you down, but too few can lead to chaos. Document your best practices and ensure your team knows the ropes, so you're not constantly repeating yourself. Budgeted vs. actual time: Keep a close eye on how your actual time spent compares to your budgeted time. Whether you're quoting hourly or fixed rates, understanding this helps you stay profitable. If things take more or less time than expected, dive into why and adjust your approach accordingly.In order to scale a business you have to master these fundamentals. Keep refining your culture, processes, and time management, and you'll be well on your way to success! Reach out if you have questions!Resources Mentioned:Making Money's Killing Your Business: https://www.amazon.ca/Making-Money-Killing-Your-Business/dp/0984334300Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martel: https://www.amazon.ca/Buy-Back-Your-Time-Unstuck/dp/059342297XStaci's Links:Instagram. Website.The School for Small Business Podcast is a proud member of the Female Alliance Media. To learn more about Female Alliance Media and how they are elevating female voices or how they can support your show, visit femalealliancemedia.ca.Head over to my website https://www.stacimillard.com/ to grab your FREE copy of my Profit Playbook and receive 30 innovative ways you can add more profit to your business AND the first step towards implementing these ideas in your business!

This might sound weird, but it's the truth.You're a leader in your business, even if you're a solopreneur. The question is, are you leading with courage?Tough one, right? That's why I brought in some help to dive deep into what leadership really means and how we can show up bigger in our businesses by embracing our leadership superpowers.The incredible Lindsay White joins me to unpack this conversation. Lindsay's a sought-after coach helping leaders everywhere embrace their unique leadership style.She believes every business deserves three things: great leadership, an impactful people strategy, and a culture that inspires. Her journey is a testament to how these principles can transform not just businesses, but also the leaders at the helm.During our chat, Lindsay shared her powerful approach to leadership. She talked about the importance of being true to yourself and leading with your values. It's not about fitting into a mold or trying to be someone you're not. It's about embracing who you are and leading from that place of authenticity.If you're ready to become a courageous leader, even when you're doubting yourself, this episode is for you. Lindsay's insights and experiences are not just inspiring—they're actionable. You can start implementing her advice right away and see the difference it makes.So grab your headphones, hit play, and get ready to be inspired by Lindsay White's incredible journey and wisdom. You won't want to miss this one!Follow Lindsay White on the 'Gram and find her on the web here. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts“I'm loving what Jan brings to the table with No BS Business School,”

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Season 4 premiere of "Female Founder Unplugged"! In this exciting teaser episode, Lindsay unveils the new direction of the show, offering listeners an exclusive glimpse into the raw, unfiltered conversations and expert insights surrounding the real-life challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. With an emphasis on leadership, talent, and people strategy, this season will explore the complexities of managing teams and the evolving role of business owners. Through intimate discussions, listeners will gain actionable strategies and invaluable advice while exploring the crucial aspects of people strategy, self-leadership, culture, and important people programs. Join us on this empowering journey as we uncover the untold stories, navigate the struggles, and celebrate the triumphs of female founders in the business world.--Unplugged with Lindsay "What does it even mean to be a CEO? Right? We sometimes use those letters, but I'm not sure that we really are acting like chief executive officers."— Lindsay 00:13:23 - 00:13:34--Have you heard the news?! Female Founder Unplugged was selected as one of the Top 40 Female Founders Podcast!Support the Show.Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that. Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.

As we peel back the layers of the baby product industry, we question the necessity of the plethora of gadgets and gizmos marketed to new parents. Are they essentials or cleverly spun luxuries? Lindsay and I unpack the truth behind these products and advocate for transparency in marketing, all while navigating the complexities of advertising breastfeeding accessories amidst social media restrictions. This episode promises to leave you questioning the next baby shower gift list you encounter and, perhaps, even your own consumer habits.Wrapping things up, we dive into the cultural conversations that swirl around us every day—from the influence of celebrity diets to the representation of breastfeeding in pop culture. This discussion isn't just for parents; it's for anyone who's ever wondered about the societal tapestries we're all part of. So, whether you're feeding a newborn or simply fed up with unrealistic standards, join us for a discussion that's as nourishing for the mind as it is for the soul.Please connect with Trevor on social media. You can find him anywhere @thetrevorcrump

Let's talk about the powerful approach to leadership - “Hold, Don't Carry”. In this episode, HR veteran turned Executive Coach, Lindsay White, joins me to discuss learning to hold space without shouldering undue burdens and how this skill sets great leaders apart. We dive into the nuances of holding emotional space as a leader, cultivating resilience and stamina by “not carrying”, using lead and lag measures effectively, and the roles accountability and delegation hold within the "Hold, Don't Carry" paradigm. Join us for our top tips on how to implement this approach with self-care and empathy and an insightful discussion on how this leadership skill can uplevel your executive presence.  We dive into: How to use the “Hold, Don't Carry” approach to uplevel your executive leadership A breakdown of what it means to “hold” effectively as a leader How to cultivate resilience and stamina by “not carrying” The roles of accountability and delegation in the “Hold, Don't Carry” approach TOP TIPS to help you practice this skill as an executive leader And more **Useful links** Connect with today's guest and sponsor, Lindsay: W: www.highvoltageleadership.ca  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-white-high-voltage/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/highvoltleadership/  Lindsay's current read: The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music by Dave Grohl Listen to Lindsay's previous episode, Are You Bragging on Your Resumé?: https://www.tonicollis.com/episode65 If you are ready to uplevel your career, get unstuck or you are simply ready to unlock those leadership time-management techniques then join us in my monthly career & leadership coaching program exclusively for women in tech: https://www.tonicollis.com/academy  Catch the show notes, and more details about today's episode here: https://tonicollis.com/episode195  Check us out on Youtube. Join the Leading Women in Tech community in Slack where we discuss all-the-things for women's tech leadership, covering everything from early-career leadership to C-level executives.

Lindsay White, Founder & CEO of The Little Milk Bar, joins Retention Chronicles to discuss scaling customers through social media and digital marketing for Shopify brands. Lindsay and Mariah chat about Lindsay's journey to entrepreneurship within the Shopify ecosystem and how she first started in the Etsy community selling baby leggings. She then rebranded and pivoted her business to focus on breastfeeding and the right to breastfeed in public.  When Lindsay started selling on Etsy, Instagram was new and she started to see that brands were using free advertising to scale their brand organically. She eventually learned that after starting her company, The Little Milk Bar, that Etsy was a great platform to start her business, but she soon transitioned her business to Squarespace and then Shopify. Mariah and Lindsay talk about the benefits and drawbacks of different ecommerce hosting platforms, such as the restrictions of listing on Etsy and outgrowing Squarespace but not needing in-house graphic designers. Lindsay shares about her experience in growing on Instagram in that it's not easy to grow on social media because you must post multiple times a day, but it is worth-while in that if you're targeting the right audience and have great content, you'll be able to stand out in the noise.  Given the stereotype around breastfeeding, Lindsay and her team at The Little Milk Bar was successful in getting Instagram to change their posting policies around breastfeeding, which was no easy feat. With that, they have been able to support many new and current mothers with their confidence in breastfeeding.

A Fresh Story, season 5, episode 2 We had the honor of talking to Lindsay White, founder and CEO of The Little Milk Bar. The Little Milk Bar is a brand that empowers breastfeeding moms, giving them permission to feed their baby whenever and wherever you need to with or without a cover. Lindsay lives in Salt Lake, Utah with her 3 kids and husband. We chatted with Lindsay about why and how she founded The Little Milk Bar, and how she grew the company from a mere concept to a multi-million dollar brand, which is proud to be community first, always. We talked about the power of community, especially in motherhood, and how Lindsay believes in collaboration over competition. We were blown away with her genius marketing concepts, and we get into the nitty-gritty about branding, color design, fonts, and take an inside look at The Little Milk Bar and her entrepreneurial journey. Enjoy this episode with Lindsay, and check out The Little Milk Bar on their website, Instagram, and TikTok.

A Fresh Story, season 5, episode 1 We're so excited about Season 5 of A Fresh Story: Women's Voices Making Change! On this sister episode, we introduce Season 5 and what's to come. We chat about our new Ambitious Woman: Female Founder Networking Group, and chat about our own journey in the world of Venture Capital. We discussed why we're so excited to introduce the world to these 11 women making change in the world with their voice this season, and what's coming on on Season 6 of A Fresh Story in January (Season 6 is “Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Divorce But Were Afraid to Ask”). So, without further adieu, please remember to rate, review, and certainly subscribe to this season of A Fresh Story so you can hear from the below women! Take a quick listen to this episode to hear more about them and why we're so excited to share these conversations. Lindsay White, founder of The Little Milk Bar Cole Kazdin, author of What's Eating Us? Amanda Montei, author of Touched Out: Motherhood, Misogyny, Consent, and Control Nikki Pebbles, founder of RYB Fitness Liz Brunner, founder of Brunner Communications Rebecca Lee, podcast host, artist, actress, writer Minna Dubin, author of Mom Rage Jane Kramer, singer-songwriter Kathryn Janicek, 3x Emmy Winner and Entrepreneur Becca Murray, Body-Positive Photographer and Creator Ella Dawson, author of the upcoming novel But How Are You, Really? Interested in attending our Ambitious Woman: Female Founder Networking Call? Click here for more info!

Happy Monday! Today, I'm chatting with Lindsay White and she's updating us on things she's noticing in the corporate world right now - current trends and remote freelancing opportunities. Lindsay is a Director of Marketing with a corporate background, and she's been in the freelancing space for 5 years now.In this episode, Lindsay shares who is hiring freelancers, why it benefits them to hire a freelancer, and how you can connect with them.Thanks for listening! Connect with me on Instagram: @micala.quinnCheck out the show notes for more information including links and resources mentioned in today's episode!SHOW NOTES: www.micalaquinn.com/episode271