Episode Details

When you’re the only woman in the room, it takes courage to speak up—and even more courage to do it again after being talked over, dismissed, or ignored.

This week, I’m joined by Kae Kronthaler-Williams, a longtime tech executive and author of Not Made for You: How Women Can Challenge Bias, Claim Their Space, and Thrive in a System Built for Men.

Kae shares what it’s really like to navigate male-dominated spaces, the language women can use to call out bias with grace, and how we can support each other to lead differently—together.

In this episode:

• The power of naming bias (and what to say when it happens)
• How to hold your ground and stay calm under pressure
• The truth about the “maternal bias” and other hidden workplace hurdles
• Why women founders still face funding gaps—and how we change it
• The role of sisterhood and mentorship in rewriting the rules

This conversation isn’t about blame—it’s about awareness, agency, and action.

Grab your copy of Kae's Book HERE.

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