Carol Stewart speaks with Dr. Sharon Melnick, business psychologist, executive coach, and author of In Your Power: React Less, Regain Control, Raise Others.
Together, they explore how introverted women—especially those in senior executive roles—can reclaim and embody their personal power in workplaces that often favour extraversion and dominance.
Dr. Melnick unpacks what it truly means to be "in your power," sharing practical strategies to move from being a reactive thermometer to a proactive thermostat—the leader who sets the emotional climate in any room.
Highlights from the episode include:
The 3 foundations of personal power: agency, sovereignty, and efficacy
Why introversion is a strength—not a shortcoming—in leadership
How to stay calm and centred under pressure using techniques like cooling breath
How burnout is more about lack of power than workload
What to do when you're the only introverted woman in a male-dominated, extravert-driven environment
How to influence without being the loudest in the room
Whether you're navigating boardrooms, burnout, or bias, this episode is packed with actionable insight to help you reclaim your energy, communicate with intention, and lead powerfully—on your own terms.
Connect with Dr. Sharon Melnick:
Sharonmelnick.com https://sharonmelnick.com/
Try the Power Profile Quiz and download the Burnout-Proof Checklist
Book: In Your Power: React Less, Regain Control, Raise Others
LinkedIn – Sharon Melnick PhD https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonmelnick
Take Carol's Free Assessment to improve your impact and influence
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