In this empowering episode of the MOMents Podcast, host Madge Booth sits down with Sally Emery, a veteran magazine editor and inspiring leader, to explore authentic leadership – especially within female-led teams.
They unpack:
✨ Why empathy is a leadership superpower
✨ How motherhood shapes your leadership style
✨ How to empower others without losing yourself
✨ The role of feedback, inclusion, and resilience in leading well
✨ Why listening to Gen Z and your team’s lived stories matters more than ever
Whether you're managing a team, building a business, or just trying to lead your household with intention, this episode will leave you inspired, equipped, and less alone.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Breaking the Mold: Stereotypes About Female Leaders
01:16 – Sally’s Journey into the Magazine World
02:03 – Why Magazines (and Now Podcasts) Matter to Women
03:02 – What It’s Really Like Leading Female Teams
05:21 – How Great Leaders Empower Without Diminishing
09:37 – Creating Safe, Loyal and Supportive Work Cultures
14:14 – The Art of Tough Conversations and Honest Feedback
17:41 – Choosing People Over Process
21:27 – Approachable Leadership and Bottom-Up Wisdom
24:22 – Motherhood as a Leadership Masterclass
26:37 – Resilience and Keeping Perspective in the Chaos
29:23 – Advice for Overwhelmed Leaders and Managers
31:19 – Mentorship, Gen Z, and Always Staying Curious
33:39 – Rapid Fire: Reflections on Motherhood & Legacy
42:08 – Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up
42:58 – Bonus Clips: Real Parenting Advice from Our Community