WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)

Hosted by Vicki Bradley

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245

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Oct 2026

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WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk) speak to inspirational individuals around the globe about their personal leadership and growth. You will hear stories on how to build your tribe and be authentically you. How challenge, adversity, and resiliency can support, encourage and stretch your thinking. Join us to gain insight and tips to support your success at work and in your personal life.

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October 23, 202640 min

Why Ambition Is Costing You More Than You Think | Dr. Judy Wright

As women, we're often taught to push through, take on more, and keep going. But when does ambition become exhaustion? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Dr. Judy Wright, a physician, international speaker, and Sustainable Success Strategist with over 20 years of experience in medicine and leadership. After experiencing burnout herself and navigating a life-changing cancer diagnosis, Dr. Judy began redefining what success should really look like. Together, they explore the hidden signs of burnout, why women struggle to let go of responsibilities, and how to lead with confidence without sacrificing their health, happiness, or identity. 🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube and discover how to build a version of success that actually works for you. Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

October 17, 2026Episode 24644 min

Why You Earn More but Keep Less: Money, Taxes & Financial Confidence | Dr. V

What if your biggest financial challenge isn't how much you earn, but how much you actually keep? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Dr. Veronica Everett-Boyce (Dr. V), a TEDx speaker, educator, and founder of Dr. V's Tree of Life Foundation. From struggling to read until high school to earning her doctorate and facing $180,000 in IRS debt, Dr. V shares how education, curiosity, and self-belief transformed her life. Together, they explore financial literacy, understanding tax systems, asking better questions, and why women need to take a more active role in their financial decisions. 🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube and discover how knowledge can help you rethink money, confidence, and control. Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

October 9, 2026Episode 24531 min

Beyond Cancer Treatment: Reclaiming Confidence, Identity & Control | Sue Weldon

What happens when cancer changes not just your body, but your confidence, identity, and sense of control? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Sue Weldon , breast cancer survivor, founder and CEO of Unite for HER, and author of Heal Empower Restore, to explore the emotional realities of cancer that often go unspoken. From self-advocacy and asking for help to movement, emotional well-being, and rebuilding confidence, Sue shares how whole-person support can help women feel empowered throughout treatment and survivorship. 📖 Discover Sue's book, Heal Empower Restore : A Revolutionary Road Map to Support the Body and Mind Throughout Cancer Care, and learn how her work is helping people access meaningful support beyond medical treatment. 🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

October 2, 2026Episode 24435 min

How Women Build Influence, Trust & Visibility

What happens when you’ve earned a seat at the table, but your voice still isn’t being heard? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Dr. Kristine Sickels , former SVP of Marketing, co-founder of C-Sweet, and CEO and co-owner of Mic Drop, to explore what it really takes for women to turn expertise into influence. From trust and power dynamics to visibility, public speaking, and the pressure to be both authoritative and likable, Kristine shares what women can do to make their voices count in the rooms where decisions are made. Kristine also shares insights behind her forthcoming book, The Clearest Voice in the Room: How to Speak with Power and Intention at Work, exploring how women can close the gap between what they believe and what they’re willing to voice aloud. 📖 Learn more about The Clearest Voice in the Room 🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! https://youtu.be/ydMMMTCU9tY Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

September 25, 2026Episode 24340 min

Is Empathy Making Leaders Weak?

Is empathy actually making leaders weaker or have we simply been using it the wrong way? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Doug Noll, professional high-conflict mediator and author of the forthcoming Empathy Leadership: The Powerful Skill that Drives Winning Results. They explore empathy, boundaries, conflict, and how leaders can make people feel understood without carrying everyone else’s emotional load. 🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! https://youtu.be/l4B2e39QUdg Doug also shares insights from his upcoming book, Empathy Leadership: The Powerful Skill That Drives Winning Results, which explores empathy as a practical leadership skill rather than a weakness. Explore more here: https://dougnoll.com/books Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

September 18, 2026Episode 24242 min

When Speaking Up Costs Everything: Women, Power & the Courage to Tell the Truth

What if the version of you that became successful isn’t the person you want to be anymore? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Jen Thompson, former political campaign manager and congressional lawyer, to explore power, identity, self-trust, and the courage it takes to walk away from a life that no longer feels authentic. Jen also shares the story behind her new memoir, Wild Pivot: Notes from a Political Life Rewritten, and what she learned about finding her voice after years in the high-pressure world of Washington politics. 📖 Wild Pivot — Book September 22, 2026 🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

September 11, 2026Episode 24133 min

How Women Build Credibility, Authority & Trust in the AI Era

What if being the most qualified person in the room isn’t enough to make you the person people trust? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Katherine Tuominen , founder of Catalyst Brand Strategy, to explore why brilliant women can still be overlooked and how to intentionally build the credibility, reputation, and authority their expertise deserves. From personal branding and PR to “reputation reserve” and the growing influence of AI on who gets recognized as an expert, Katherine shares what women need to be thinking about now. 🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube, and like, comment, and subscribe to support more conversations for women leaders. https://youtu.be/MNewiYN3AHA Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

September 4, 2026Episode 24040 min

Menopause at Work: The Hidden Impact on Women’s Careers, Confidence & Leadership

What if the change in your confidence, energy, or focus at work isn’t a sign that you’re becoming less capable? This week on WIL Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Aimee Debow, founder of Menovate and an advocate for people navigating menopause in their professional lives. In June 2026, Aimee also appeared as an expert witness before the House of Commons Standing Committee on the Status of Women to discuss the labour-force impact of menopause and perimenopause. Together, they explore the invisible load of menopause at work—from brain fog and exhaustion to confidence, leadership, workplace support, and what organizations still need to understand. 🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube, and like, comment, and subscribe to support more conversations for women leaders. https://youtu.be/MNewiYN3AHA Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

August 28, 2026Episode 23947 min

Why Brilliant Women Get Passed Over

You’ve built the experience and delivered the results—so why are you still getting passed over? This week on WIL Talk, Vicki Bradley sits down with Alison Hemmings , former executive recruiter turned Career Glow Up Coach, to uncover what really happens behind closed doors during executive hiring and promotion decisions. From owning your accomplishments and building executive presence to salary negotiation, ageism, self-doubt, and career reinvention, Alison shares the hiring truths women often aren’t told. If you’re ready for your next career move, this is a conversation you’ll want to hear. 🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube, and like, comment, and subscribe to support more conversations for women leaders. https://youtu.be/dPkHXRmxOjI Want to learn more from Alison? Alison also has a workshop that expands on these career and executive hiring strategies. A recording of the workshop is available to share once you connect with Alison on LinkedIn. Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

August 21, 2026Episode 23844 min

How Great Leaders Build Presence, Influence & Authentic Communication

Why do some leaders instantly command a room—while others struggle to be heard? This week on Women in Leadership Talk, Vicki Bradley is joined by Demet Tuncer , award-winning actress, TEDx speaker, leadership coach, and internationally known as the "Queen of Charisma." Through her work with executives, Fortune 500 companies, and global leaders, Demet helps people develop the presence, confidence, and communication skills that inspire trust and influence. In this conversation, you'll discover why charisma isn't something you're born with, it's a leadership skill you can develop. Learn how to: • Build authentic executive presence • Communicate with confidence and influence • Create stronger connections through leadership • Inspire people with authenticity, not authority 🎥 Watch the full episode now on YouTube, and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support more conversations that empower women leaders. https://youtu.be/RtUAr0Mb_es. Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world, personally and professionally. Explore now: Website , Free Mini Course

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