You’re delivering results but still questioning if you’re really ready for executive leadership. In this encore episode, I’ll show you why you already belong at the table and what it takes to finally believe it.

You’re great at what you do. But when you look at the people at the executive table, it still feels out of reach. If you keep telling yourself “I’m just not ready yet,” this episode will show you why that story feels so real and what to do about it.

In this encore episode, I break down the three hidden traps that keep smart women from going after the VP seat, the belief shift that changed everything for me, and why you don’t need more certifications or an MBA to be seen as leadership material.

If you want to be seen as more strategic, grab my free guide 5 Simple Shifts for Strategic Thinking here. https://morewomenpromoted.com/shifts/

What You’ll Learn

• Why seeing yourself as a senior leader is often harder than doing the job
• The three traps that fuel the “I’m not ready” story
• How to separate valid feedback from bias
• The belief shift that helped me finally see myself as VP material

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.

When you're already burning out as a director, the thought of pursuing VP can feel completely overwhelming…yet staying stuck is equally unsatisfying. If you want to make the shift without working harder, grab my free guide 5 Simple Shifts for Strategic Thinking here.

In this encore episode, I’m sharing the three pivotal mindset shifts that helped me go from an exhausted, overlooked director to a confident executive so you can start leading at the level you’re aiming for.

What You’ll Learn

• Why being the go-to person who gets things done might actually be holding you back
• The three areas you must focus on to be seen as executive material
• The weekly habit every aspiring executive needs to adopt

Get my guide 5 Simple Shifts for Strategic Thinking at https://morewomenpromoted.com/shifts

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.

Season One has been packed with practical, no-fluff tips to help women land – and thrive in – VP roles. In this episode, I’m sharing the biggest takeaways from the season, why I’m so excited about what’s coming next, and two upcoming opportunities that could transform your leadership journey: my first-ever live summit Own the Room and my year-long group program, Own Your Seat at the Table.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• The most in-demand skills women leaders are being told to build right now
• How to increase your influence and executive presence so people listen and remember you
• What’s inside the upcoming summit and how it’s designed to level up your career fast

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.

Being kind isn't the problem, but being too nice at work is. Learn how to use "kind candour" to grow your influence and credibility. If this feels familiar, book a call with my team and learn how I can support your leadership development.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why over-functioning and saying yes to everything keeps you stuck in support roles
• The "kind candour" framework for giving feedback that lands without damaging relationships
• How to set boundaries and push back professionally while still being seen as collaborative
• Why avoiding difficult conversations actually hurts your leadership credibility
• Practical scripts for challenging ideas and giving constructive feedback

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.

Tired of being told you're "not strategic enough" without any guidance? In this episode, I walk you through the four-part model that finally breaks it down, plus a cheat sheet to help you apply it fast.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:

• Why “you’re not strategic enough” isn’t real feedback—and what to do instead
• The 4-part Strategic Leadership Model to start using tomorrow
• Exactly how to bring strategic insights to the table
• How to frame your ideas so people listen and act
• The one habit every aspiring VP needs to protect their time

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.

Want the VP title? Here’s how to position yourself as the obvious choice—whether you're interviewing or aiming for an internal promotion. Plus, take my new “Are You VP Ready?” quiz to uncover your gaps and next steps.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• The three biggest mistakes keeping women from getting VP-level offers (and how to avoid them)
• What hiring leaders really want to hear in your interviews and what to skip
• The communication framework that helps you sound like you already have the title
• A visibility system that builds trust and influence across your company
• How to speak in outcomes, not activities, to stand out at the next level

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.

Whether you're remote or in the office, your presence still speaks volumes. In this episode, I’m diving into the real impact of how you dress—and how small visual cues can shape energy, perception, and leadership presence.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• Why appearance still influences how you're seen, even on Zoom
• How to use clothing as a confidence-boosting ritual, not a routine
• Tiny tweaks that help you show up as the leader you want to be
  
  

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.

Ever feel guilty spending money on yourself while freely investing in everyone else? You're not alone, and this guilt isn't protecting you—it's keeping you stuck and costing you more than you realize.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why women are socially conditioned to put everyone else's needs first (and the surprising research behind it)
• The hidden costs of not investing in yourself—time, confidence, opportunities, and emotional drain
• How to reframe self-investment from "selfish indulgence" to essential growth strategy
• The difference between looking at cost versus value when making decisions about yourself
• A simple challenge to help you take the first step toward saying yes to what you want

...LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVO!

Let’s connect on Linkedin or on Instagram @katy.mcfee. I would love to know what you thought about the episode and if you had any follow up questions.

Remember, there's room for all of us at the table.