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Latest Episode of Influential Women Podcast with Stacey Ryan

The Influential Women Podcast, a key segment of the Influential Women media platform, has proudly announced the airing of its latest episode featuring Stacey Ryan, the esteemed President of School of Rock and Founder of FrontWomen. This engaging podcast series is dedicated to highlighting the impactful stories of women who are making strides in their respective fields.

A Journey of Resilience and Leadership

In this episode, Stacey Ryan opens up about her remarkable career transition, sharing how she took a leap of faith by stepping away from her previous role without any safety net. She now leads a global franchise, which connects with countless young individuals around the world. This episode, titled "Leading With Integrity: How Women Leaders Create Visibility, Mentorship, and Change," delves into her personal experiences of navigating through male-dominated industries, recovering from adversity, and carving out opportunities for other women.

Stacey’s journey aligns perfectly with the mission of Influential Women. Instead of waiting for access to leadership roles, she has forged her own path, working diligently to open doors for others as she climbs to success. Her dedication to mentorship, fostering community, and leading with unwavering values shines brightly throughout the podcast.

Key Insights from Stacey Ryan

During the episode, several critical topics are discussed:

• - The realities of being the sole woman in boardroom settings.
• - How embracing vulnerability can serve as an unexpected strength in leadership.
• - The everyday challenges of facing microaggressions that prompted the creation of FrontWomen.
• - Strategies for transforming personal hardships into avenues for professional growth.
• - Nurturing an authentic culture across extensive, global organizations.
• - The importance of mentorship that encourages inclusivity rather than gatekeeping.
• - How building a community helps mitigate feelings of isolation in professional environments.

Stacey’s professional experience overturns the conventional corporate ladder expectations. After years spent in leadership with roles that clashed with her personal values, she made the brave choice to step back. This decision led her through a tumultuous period filled with personal trials that ultimately prepared her for her current leadership role.

As President of School of Rock, her leadership style is characterized by empathy and accountability. Stacey cultivates an atmosphere where individuals feel valued, supported, and enabled to flourish. “The most liberating thing in your career,” she states in the episode, “is reaching a point where you have confidence, comfort, and a solid foundation in your leadership approach. From that place, everything else begins to click into place.”

Beyond her corporate achievements, Stacey is also the founder of FrontWomen, a quarterly leadership initiative aimed at empowering women within the music education sector. This community provides resources and discussions on various topics, including beauty standards, negotiation tactics, microaggressions, and the systematic hurdles that inhibit women from moving into leadership roles.

A Platform for Women’s Voices

The Influential Women Podcast is an integral part of the broader Influential Women platform, which encompasses the Influential Women Magazine and a swiftly growing LinkedIn community consisting of over 50,000 professionals. Through all its channels, Influential Women elevates authentic narratives, actionable leadership perspectives, and celebrates the voices of women making significant contributions across business, leadership, and the creative industries.

Listeners can access the episode featuring Stacey Ryan now on popular platforms such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts, as well as all major podcast providers. Tune in to discover more about her inspiring journey and the lessons she's learned along the way.