Even the most capable leaders fall into this trap:

You evolve professionally—get promoted, shift roles, step into a new organization—but keep showing up the same way you always have.

You end up trusted for execution. Valued for your solid judgment. Respected for your work ethic.

But still, something’s off.

You’re not quite getting the traction you expected. You’re recommendations are getting overlooked. You’re still getting treated as a “junior”, even when your title is “senior”.

It’s so frustrating—because you think you’re doing all the right things, but they’re getting the wrong reaction.

That’s exactly the problem.

Your executive presence and personal brand can’t stay frozen in time. As your career evolves, so must the way you show up.

In this week’s episode of The Mental Offload Podcast, we’ll dive deeper into five key moments when it’s critical to reassess your leadership brand and executive presence — and how high-performing women often miss these cues.

Have you ever heard yourself saying things like:

• “I don’t need to ‘manage my brand’—my work speaks for itself”

• “Why am I getting so much pushback, when I know I’m the expert?”

• “I just returned from mat leave and everyone seems to be treating me differently”

These are clues that it might be time to evolve.

We’re talking about the difference between being seen as competent and being seen as a leader.

And why smart, experienced women sometimes cling to a personal brand that’s too junior.

What You'll Learn:

• Why your personal brand isn’t about image—it’s about how others describe you when you’re not in the room

• The 5 professional moments where a “set it and forget it” brand will quietly hold you back

• How to shift your executive presence without losing your authenticity

• Specific language and behavior cues that support your brand at the next level

This isn’t only about performance. It’s about power — and how you can use yours with confidence and impact.

For more information, visit The Mental Offload.