Women in Leadership Podcast
Loud & Lifted
Loud & Lifted
Welcome to Loud & Lifted—the podcast that’s flipping the script on what it really takes for women to succeed in the workplace. This show pulls back the curtain on the unspoken struggles women face every day. We all say women should support women, but too often, the reality is competition, exclusion, and even sabotage from our own colleagues. Meanwhile, the boys' club? It’s real. And yet, there’s no girls’ club—at least, not one that truly lifts women up. It’s time to change that. No fluff. No fake cheerleading. Just raw, unfiltered discussions about breaking barriers, building each other up, and creating the support system we all deserve. It’s time to turn up the volume. Are you in?
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Loud & Lifted

Real Conversations. Bold Advice. Career Growth.

Welcome to Loud & Lifted, the women in leadership podcast that amplifies career growth, confidence, and community.

Hosted by Betsy Hamm—former CEO and brand strategist—this show features female leaders, founders, and change-makers sharing the real stories behind their success. From climbing the corporate ladder to building thriving businesses, each episode blends authentic leadership conversations with actionable strategies you can use now.

Every other Thursday, Betsy interviews powerhouse women on:
Leadership development & career growth
Building confidence and executive presence
Navigating jealousy, betrayal, and burnout
Creating cultures where women lift each other up

Each guest episode is followed by a 10-minute Quick Lift—bite-size takeaways that help you lead louder and grow faster.

Whether you’re a female entrepreneur, an executive, or ready to amplify your career, Loud & Lifted is your space for real talk, practical tools, practical tools, and community.

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Likeable Badass Quick Lift: Warmth + Competence = Status (Alison Fragale)

Recent Episodes

Jan. 29, 2026

Likeable Badass Quick Lift: Warmth + Competence = Status (Alison Fragale)

Episode Overview This quick recap pulls the most actionable ideas from my conversation with Dr. Alison Fragale, author of Likeable Badass—so you can earn more respect (status), influence outcomes, and still feel like yourself doing it. Be warm → get overlooked. Be strong → get judged. Show co…
Jan. 21, 2026

Career Growth for Women: The Likeable Badass Method to Build Influence

Women in leadership often get stuck in the likability vs. competence double bind—and it can stall career growth for women even when performance is strong. In this episode, organizational psychologist Dr. Alison Fragale shares the “Likeable Badass” approach to build leadership confidence, strengthen…
Jan. 15, 2026

Quick Lift: Handling Narcissists, Bullies & Micromanagers bosses

Have you ever worked for someone who monitors you like a toddler near an open staircase? You don’t get bonus points for suffering quietly. In this Loud & Lifted: Quick Lift, Betsy recaps insights from "The Management Guru" Lynda Harvey to give you a playbook for the three most draining leadershi…
Jan. 8, 2026

How to Deal with a Toxic Boss (Micromanager, Narcissist & Bully Guide)

Bad bosses don’t just ruin your day—they can destroy your confidence and make you question your sanity. If you’re dealing with a toxic work environment, a micromanaging boss, or constant gaslighting, this episode is your survival guide. We are joined by Lynda Harvey (aka the Management Guru) …
Dec. 18, 2025

Recap: Confidence, Personal Brand & Leadership Growth for Women

In this solo episode, e are looking back at Season 1 of Loud & Lifted and pulling out the big themes that kept showing up in every conversation with women in leadership — from founders and executives to small business owners. Think of this as your 2025 rewind: what actually matters if you want to g…
Dec. 11, 2025

Quick Lift: Tough Conversations? Here's What Works

Replay tough conversations on a loop in your head? In this under-10-minute Quick Lift, Betsy Hamm recaps communication expert Sarita Maybin’s simple scripts for saying the hard thing without being the office villain. You’ll learn how to use Sarita’s AIR framework (Awareness, Impact, Request), swap …

About the Host

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Betsy Hamm

Betsy Hamm is a growth strategist, leadership coach, and former CEO with 25 years of experience building powerhouse brands in hospitality, entertainment, and franchising. Known for scaling Duck Donuts from 20 to nearly 200 locations, Betsy now partners with emerging businesses and executives to unlock growth, strengthen strategy, and build purpose-driven teams.

As the founder of Betsy Hamm Consulting, she brings high-energy leadership and practical expertise to every engagement—whether she’s advising a fast-growing startup, leading a strategic planning session, or coaching a CEO through their next move.

Betsy is also the creator and host of Loud & Lifted, a podcast spotlighting women rewriting the rules of leadership. A dynamic speaker, lifelong learner, and mom of two, Betsy believes in building businesses that not only grow—but thrive.

Betsy knows what it takes to lead with grit and grow with grace, and she’s on a mission to turn the volume all the way up on women who do the same. Through candid convos and powerhouse guests, she’s here to challenge the rules, cheer you on, and remind you that the mic isn’t just for the loudest voice, it’s for the realest one.