In this Quick Lift, Betsy shares highlights from her conversation with leadership coach, podcast host, and author Lyndsay Dowd, who believes in building career security—not just job security—and creating cultures where leaders empower their people instead of micromanaging them. From practical action items you can implement today to timeless reminders…
What if we stopped chasing job security and started building career security? In this episode of Loud & Lifted, Betsy Hamm sits down with Lyndsay Dowd, award-winning sales leader, culture consultant, and author of Top Down Culture. With her signature “heartbeat for hire” approach, Lyndsay is reshaping how leaders think…
In this Quick Lift, Betsy Hamm recaps her conversation with leadership strategist Linda Strange to break down one of the most important career lessons that too often goes unsaid: success isn’t just about performance. It’s about P.I.E.—Performance, Image, and Exposure. We cover why focusing only on your performance can stall…
Performance. Image. Exposure. These three elements—collectively known as the PIE model—can make or break your career trajectory. In this empowering conversation,We sit down with Betsy’s former business coach, Linda Strange, to unpack one of the best professional development tools, and why being intentional with your PIE is non-negotiable for ambitious…
In this Quick Lift, Host Betsy Hamm shares key lessons from her conversation with Kristen Rae Pucci, entrepreneur and founder of KRAE, on the gut-punch topic of betrayal. Whether it’s a friend who goes silent when you need her most, a colleague who leaves you out of key decisions, or…
In this episode of Loud & Lifted, host Betsy Hamm sits down with Kristen Rae Pucci, entrepreneur and founder of KRAE, to unpack a topic that’s rarely talked about, but deeply felt: betrayal. Whether it’s a colleague who undercuts you, a friend who disappears when things get tough, or a…
This Quick Lift episode recaps the game-changing takeaways from our conversation with Jill Avey. In less than 10 minutes, we break down: *Why confidence is a skill, not a personality trait *How to shut down limiting beliefs with a simple phrase: “That’s not like me.” *The truth about executive presence…
In this episode of Loud & Lifted, host Betsy Hamm sits down with Jill Avey—leadership coach and founder of SisterSmart—to get real about the inner work required to rise in leadership. Jill specializes in helping high-potential women reach Director and VP-level roles, and her insights are both practical and transformative.…
In this 10-minute Quick Lift, we spotlight the insights of Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, President of Central Penn College and trailblazer for women in leadership. Pulling from Linda’s personal journey and her research-backed dissertation on women leaders, we break down five keys to navigating leadership without sacrificing your sanity, identity or…
What if the real thing holding women back isn’t lack of time or opportunity, but the myth of balance and the weight of guilt? In this powerful episode, Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, President of Central Penn College, joins us to get real about what it takes to lead as a woman…
This Quick Lift packs a punch of career clarity, straight from Gwen Wiscount’s playbook. In under 10 minutes, we unpack the defining moments that shaped her trajectory from unshakable decisions to bold pivots and powerful connections. Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next chapter, this episode…
In this episode, Betsy reconnects with her former intern-turned-powerhouse professional Gwen Wiscount, whose career has spanned sales leadership, startups, entrepreneurship, and beyond. Gwen shares how she built a bold career in male-dominated industries by staying curious, saying yes to growth opportunities, and trusting herself through every twist and turn. We…
In this Quick Lift, we’re pulling the sharpest takeaways from our full conversation with Julia Arpag, all in under 10 minutes. We dive into why mindset is the foundation of sustainable success, how to be intentional with your time, energy and attention, and what it really takes to live and…
Julia Arpag, founder of Aligned Recruitment, built her business, and her life, around intentionality, purpose and values. In this episode, she shares what it truly means to live and lead with alignment. From the mindset work that fuels personal growth to the disciplined calendar and boundaries that keep her focused,…
In nearly every powerful conversation we've had with women on this show, a theme has consistently emerged: support. The kind that fuels ambition, holds space during burnout, and celebrates the wins, big and small. And often, that support came from a husband. So in honor of Father’s Day, we're flipping…
In this week's Quick Lift, we’re highlighting moments from our conversation with Jamie Mowery, a marketing executive and co-founder of She Said Golf, who empowers women to find their voice, own their message, stop playing small and to have some FUN! This one’s for the women who feel stuck, silenced…
This episode is all about showing up, lifting up, and stepping into spaces that weren’t always built for women. Betsy sits down with Jamie Mowery, co-founder of She Said Golf, a fast-growing community that's changing the game for women, both on and off the course. What started as a way…
In every Loud & Lifted episode, there are a few moments that deserve a spotlight—and this one’s blooming with bold insight. Julie Webb doesn’t just talk about leadership; she lives it. In under 10 minutes, we’re digging into the real roots of growth, from clarifying your values to building the…
Blooming requires more than ambition. It takes courage, intention and a little dirt under your nails. In this episode of Loud & Lifted, Julie Webb, founder of JMW Collective and long-time advocate for women in leadership, invites us into the garden of growth. We explore how to lead with clarity,…
In this Quick Lift episode, we spotlight the standout moments from our interview with Satyne Doner, Associate Editor of Women in Restaurant Leadership at QSR and FSR magazines. Satyne isn’t just writing about industry change, she’s actively leading it by building a national platform that uplifts and connects women across…
She’s 23, but don’t let the age fool you, she is already shaping the future of leadership in the restaurant industry. Satyne Doner is the Associate Editor of Women in Restaurant Leadership at QSR and FSR magazines, and she’s not just writing about change in the industry, she’s leading it.…
In this Quick Lift episode of Loud & Lifted, Betsy dives deeper into the wisdom shared by Margaret Miller—a woman who’s growing a business, a brand, and a life that’s as intentional as it is inclusive. From building authentic circles to putting in the gritty work behind the glow-up, Margaret’s…
In every Loud & Lifted conversation, there are moments that deserve more than a passing nod—they deserve action. That’s where Quick Lifts come in. These short, high-impact episodes (under 10 minutes!) zoom in on key themes, truth bombs, and takeaways from our full-length interviews—turning inspiration into real momentum. In this…
Margaret Miller walked away from a steady teaching career to chase her dreams and build a thriving fashion brand with three locations, a loyal following, and a mission to help women feel confident in every mirror they face. But behind the racks of fabulous clothing is a real conversation about…
