I got so used to being the only woman in the room, I didn't even notice it anymore. Did you know that only 31% of sales leaders are women, even though 50% of the sales reps are women? I'm Amy Evans, after 25 years of sales leadership in corporate America, I now help technology and AI CEOs hit their number as a fractional CRO and sales strategy advisor. I also host the Women in Sales Leadership podcast, where you'll learn what it takes to lead at the highest level, withstand the pressure to deliver the numbers, and elevate your career without losing yourself. No fluff, just the real stuff of women in sales leadership. If you aspire to become a CRO, vice president, first time sales leader, or start your own business, you are in the right place. Follow so you won't miss the episodes every week.
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I got so used to being the only woman in the room, I didn't even notice it anymore. Did you know that only 31% of sales leaders are women, even though 50% of the sales reps are women? I'm Amy Evans, after 25 years of sales leadership in corporate America, I now help technology and AI CEOs hit their number as a fractional CRO and sales strategy advisor. I also host the Women in Sales Leadership podcast, where you'll learn what it takes to lead at the highest level, withstand the pressure to deliver the numbers, and elevate your career without losing yourself. No fluff, just the real stuff of women in sales leadership. If you aspire to become a CRO, vice president, first time sales leader, or start your own business, you are in the right place. Follow so you won't miss the episodes every week.
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In this episode of the Women in Sales Leadership podcast, host Amy Evans and guest Slma Shelbayah discuss the concept of executive presence, particularly for women in sales. They explore what executive presence means, its core elements, and how women can leverage their natural strengths to enhance their presence in professional settings. The conversation also addresses common challenges such as imposter syndrome, the importance of nonverbal communication, and strategies for effective communication in various contexts. The episode emphasizes the need for self-care and preparation, especially in high-pressure situations, and concludes with practical tips for improving executive presence.
In this episode of the Women in Sales Leadership podcast, Amy Evans discusses the challenges women face in sales leadership roles, particularly the signs of being stuck in a career and the importance of recognizing when it's time to move on. She emphasizes the role of fear in career decisions, the necessity of trusting one's gut, and the empowerment that comes from embracing change and exploring new opportunities. The conversation is aimed at helping women in sales leadership roles to navigate their careers effectively and confidently.
Stop waiting for permission to own your story. In this power-packed episode, Amy Evans sits down with Jenny Beres, co-founder and president of Pink Shark PR, to uncover why building a personal brand isn't about self-promotion—it's about controlling your narrative before the internet does it for you.
Jenny shares her journey from cold-emailing tech companies as a waitress to building a multi-million dollar PR agency, revealing the mindset shifts and tactical strategies that help women leaders step into visibility without feeling inauthentic.
In this solo episode of Women in Sales Leadership, Amy Evans dives deep into a topic every ambitious woman faces—but rarely talks about out loud: growth that doesn’t always look like a promotion.
If you've ever questioned whether you're growing enough, fast enough, or in the right direction—this conversation is for you.
Amy shares raw insights from her own 20+ year career in sales leadership and coaching, including:
The five things high performers really want (and it’s not just money)
How your growth trajectory naturally shifts after 15+ years in your career
Why staying put can be just as powerful as moving up
What to do when your ambition collides with your life stage
And how to know when it’s actually time to make a change
This episode is a must-listen for high achievers navigating career crossroads, leadership transitions, or just craving clarity.
Growth doesn’t always mean climbing. Sometimes it means evolving.
🎧 Listen now and redefine what growth means for you.
In this deeply honest conversation, I sit down with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell who is a physician, intimacy expert, and author of Uncompromising Intimacy, to talk about the quiet struggles many high-performing women face in their relationships. We unpack how your leadership style might be killing the connection with your partner, how power dynamics shift when you out-earn your spouse, and the real reason resentment builds behind closed doors.
Dr. Alexandra shares the four types of relationships, practical tools for rebuilding trust and desire, and what it means to create a conscious partnership that actually turns you on, emotionally and physically.
This episode is raw, real, and packed with insight for any woman who’s ever felt powerful at work and powerless at home.
In this episode of the Women in Sales Leadership Podcast, Amy Evans interviews Alli Rizacos, a former sales leader turned coach. They discuss Alli's journey from Salesforce to starting her own coaching business, focusing on imposter syndrome and personal branding. Alli shares her insights on the importance of vulnerability, authenticity, and community building, especially in the context of career transitions. The conversation also delves into effective strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to enhance personal branding and the significance of sharing personal stories in content creation
In this powerful episode of Women in Sales Leadership, host Amy Evans sits down with Cindy Nagel—a Certified Financial Planner and expert in behavioral finance—to unpack the emotional and operational side of managing money. With decades of experience coaching financial advisors, Cindy reveals how communication styles, practice management, and behavioral insights can dramatically impact client trust and retention.
From her gritty beginnings in a male-dominated sales boiler room to leading advisory teams and becoming a go-to coach for financial professionals, Cindy shares stories that will resonate with anyone who's ever been the “only woman in the room.” She also offers practical guidance for women looking to choose the right financial advisor, understand fiduciary responsibilities, and take control of their financial future.
If you're a sales leader navigating high-stakes client conversations—or a woman ready to build real wealth—this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and inspiration.
Alexis Hambrick went from Russian major to VP at Warner Bros Discovery, owning her power and leading with purpose in the high-stakes world of media. In this episode, she shares bold insights on mentorship, delegation, and the quiet confidence it takes to grow into your next level.
In this conversation, Amy Evans discusses the challenges high-performing women face with perfectionism and the importance of overcoming this mindset to elevate their careers. She introduces a masterclass aimed at helping individuals navigate their careers and shares personal insights on how perfectionism can hinder productivity and well-being. Amy emphasizes the need for delegation and empowering others to achieve a better work-life balance.
In this conversation, Amy Evans shares five transformative mindset shifts that have significantly impacted her leadership style. She emphasizes the importance of self-promotion, understanding leadership as a mutual agreement, leading with heart, clear communication, and being the leader one aspires to be. Each shift is designed to foster personal growth and enhance team dynamics, ultimately leading to a more effective and compassionate leadership approach.
In this episode of Women in Sales Leadership, Taylor Martino shares her inspiring journey from competitive diving to becoming a successful sales leader. She discusses the challenges she faced transitioning into sales, building trust within her team, and the importance of investing in her team's growth. Taylor also reflects on her experiences with work-life balance as a new mom and her passion for empowering new sales leaders. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the significance of resilience, mentorship, and the need for leaders to be authentic and supportive.
Feeling off? Irritable? Tired? Brain Fog? It could be perimenopause - symptoms can begin as early as mid-thirties for women. At work it can look like loss of confidence, loss of motivation, lack of energy. Karen Muldoon shares her journey from an executive in technology sales to functional nutritional coach and expert helping women get back on track to regain their energy, confidence and wellbeing.
In this conversation, Amy Evans shares her journey of launching a podcast and the personal growth that accompanied it. She emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection, listening to one's heart, and the transformative power of coaching. Amy discusses overcoming personal barriers, the significance of daily practices for recharge, and how to challenge fear by reframing it. Her insights are aimed at empowering listeners to take action in their own lives, regardless of the obstacles they face.
Struggling to balance telling the "Brutal Truth" with how your communication lands? Hear how a tenured VP of Sales, Kim Heald has grown in her leadership and how she has learned how to continue to grow in her communication style. Kim shares the power of being open to receiving feedback and the reality of balancing relationships at home when the work never stops.
Wendy Harris started her career at Goldman Sachs and transitioned into a tech sales and leadership powerhouse at Facebook, CarGuru's and Gong before launching her own coaching company to help senior sales leaders build winning teams, make more money and find more free time. Wendy shares her career journey and what helped her evolve into the authentic and inspiring leader she is today.
Part 2 of Amy's conversation with Halley Eidson. She shares more introspection and hard won lessons of leadership, including how she evolved into the leader she is today. It's hard not to smile during this episode, from Halley's joyful energy to the hilarious antics she shares of her early days as a sales professional, you will be smiling too!
In this first of two parts episode of the Women in Sales Leadership podcast, Halley Eidson shares her unique journey from a philosophy major with dreams of becoming a lawyer to a successful sales leader at DocuSign. She discusses her transition into sales, the challenges she faced in a competitive environment, and the personal growth that came from overcoming a cancer diagnosis. Halley emphasizes the importance of maintaining perspective, setting healthy boundaries, and the value of effective leadership in sales.
Wendy Leggett, owner of Conflux Retirement Coaching, shares her journey from sales to retirement coaching. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on the non-financial aspects of retirement, such as emotional, mental, physical, and social well-being. Wendy introduces the concept of positive intelligence, which involves recognizing and quieting negative emotions and activating positive emotions. She provides a simple tool called PQs (positivity quotients) that can be used to calm the mind and gain clarity. Wendy advises women in leadership to be true to themselves and to lead themselves before leading others. She also highlights the significance of transitions and creating a retirement by design.
I got so used to being the only woman in the room, I didn't even notice it anymore. Did you know that only 31% of sales leaders are women, even though 50% of the sales reps are women? I'm Amy Evans, after 25 years of sales leadership in corporate America, I now help technology and AI CEOs hit their number as a fractional CRO and sales strategy advisor. I also host the Women in Sales Leadership podcast, where you'll learn what it takes to lead at the highest level, withstand the pressure to deliver the numbers, and elevate your career without losing yourself. No fluff, just the real stuff of women in sales leadership. If you aspire to become a CRO, vice president, first time sales leader, or start your own business, you are in the right place. Follow so you won't miss the episodes every week.
