Speaking with Women
Speaking with women is a global conversation on being visible and crafting your professional path when you are a woman.
The options we have, the brands we build, the permissions we give ourselves.
It is a show about showing up.
You will hear the voices of real women from all over the world discussing a variety of subjects. There are special editions such as the 2020 Virtual Coffee Tour or the Unmistakable series, but also solo episodes where we dive into some of the more common roadblocks you might encounter as a professional woman and what you can do to Find your Voice, Own your Story and Step into your Power.
Speaking with Women
Ep. 81 Why Women Should Brag More with Lisa Bragg
In this week’s episode, I speak with Lisa Bragg, an expert who has transformed her last name into a mission for personal and professional empowerment. Lisa, unafraid to confront the backfire of humility, brings to light the universal challenges and regional nuances of self-advocacy. With her groundbreaking research—the world's most extensive study on bragging and self-promotion— Lisa shares invaluable insights and strategies for redefining bragging as a proud and self-loving act.
03:04 - Lisa Bragg reveals how her last name inspired the title of her book, "Bragging Rights,” and discusses its impact on her life and career.
05:05 - We explore the intricate relationship between humility and self-promotion and learn how to reframe these concepts positively.
08:21 - Lisa emphasizes the importance of starting early with small steps on platforms like LinkedIn is crucial for long-term relationship building and trust.
12:04 - Gain insights into Lisa’s international study on self-promotion, focusing on how power, societal and cultural norms affect women's self-advocacy.
23:36 - Addressing gender disparities, Lisa shares strategies from her research to help women articulate their achievements confidently.
31:17 - We discuss practical tips and strategies for effectively promoting your successes in the workplace.
33:58 - Lisa recounts her journey from leveraging her last name to spearheading innovative projects in media and entrepreneurship.
37:11 - Lisa’s advice for women on being assertively visible without facing backlash, and how to navigate the double standards in professional environments.
41:23 - Closing thoughts on fostering a community that supports and normalizes women celebrating their professional achievements.
You can find Lisa on her website, LinkedIn, and Instagram
Lisa Bragg’s Listener note, Bragging Rights : https://www.lisabragg.com/listener-love
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