In this debut episode of IT`S IN YOU!, host Katharina Engelhardt introduces the podcast and shares her personal story of navigating over 30 years in the textile and clothing industry, from a young professional to a senior leader and now coach. She reflects on her journey balancing career and family life in male-dominated industries. She explains how she has overcome self-doubt and other challenges to empower women to lead with authenticity and confidence. Katharina outlines what listeners can expect from future episodes, including actionable career tips, interviews with inspiring women, and insights into leadership, communication, and work-life balance. This podcast is for ambitious women ready to break through barriers, lead with purpose, and build a career they love.

BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS

• Introduction to YOU GOT THIS!
  Katharina Engelhardt introduces the podcast's mission: to empower women in their career and leadership journeys with confidence, joy, and authenticity.
• Katharina's Background
  She shares her 30+ years of experience in the textile industry and leadership roles, highlighting the challenges of balancing career and family life.
• What Listeners Can Expect
  Future episodes will feature solo discussions packed with actionable career tips and interviews with trailblazing women. Topics include leadership, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, communication skills, and work-life balance.
• Empowering Women to Lead
  Katharina discusses how authentic leadership impacts both personal and professional life, and how the podcast aims to create a community of strong, empowered women.

RESOURCES & LINKS

• Connect with Katharina on LinkedIn
• Visit Katharina's Website

CALL TO ACTION, EPISODE LINK & CONTACT INFO

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BRIEF SUMMARY OF EPISODE

In this episode of IT`S IN YOU!, host Katharina Engelhardt welcomes Karin Ekberg, CEO and Founder of Leadership & Sustainability. With over 35 years of experience, Karin has significantly impacted sustainability, supply chain management, and leadership. She discusses the importance of sustainability leaders today and the challenges she faced in integrating sustainability into business practices long before it became a trend. They dive into Karin’s career journey, from her background in chemical engineering to founding her company, which helps businesses become sustainability leaders. Karin also shares insights on the power of role models, career advice for women, and the need for leadership skills in driving sustainability initiatives. The conversation wraps up with Karin’s vision for her company's future and how she's expanding its global footprint.

BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS

• 00:00 Introduction to Karin’s Career Path
  Katharina introduces Karin Ekberg and her impressive background in chemical engineering and sustainability. Karin shares her early career journey and how her mother served as a role model, influencing her decision to pursue a career in engineering.
• 02:58 The Importance of Sustainability Leaders
  Karin explains why sustainability needs to be embedded in leadership roles and how companies can become sustainability leaders with a structured, systemic approach.
• 08:52 Role Models & Career Inspiration
  Karin discusses the significance of role models in her life, including her grandfather and her parents, and how they shaped her mindset about environmental responsibility and career success.
• 13:55 The Significance of Leadership Skills in Sustainability
• 22:59 Advice for Women Pursuing Careers in Sustainability
  Karin advises women in the sustainability field, emphasizing the importance of leadership, influence, and developing business skills alongside technical expertise.
• 28:08 Karin’s Vision for Leadership & Sustainability
  Karin discusses her company's future, including expanding its global reach and building services in new markets such as China and Latin America.

RESOURCES & LINKS

• Connect with Karin on LinkedIn
• Visit Karins Website
• Link to Karins TedTalk
• Connect with Katharina on LinkedIn
• Visit Katharina's Website

CALL TO ACTION, EPISODE LINK & CONTACT INFO

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This IT`S IN YOU! episode explores the critical role values play in career and leadership success. Learn why knowing your own values—and those of others—enhances clarity, builds resilience, strengthens relationships, and supports meaningful goals.

Key Takeaways:

• Five reasons why values are essential for leadership and career growth.
• Steps to identify your values and those of others.
• Practical actions to integrate values into your decisions and goals.

Resources Mentioned:

• Masterclass: Vision 2025: Developing Career Clarity (Registration Link)
• GLOW UP! Self-Leadership Workbook (Download Link)

Book Recommendations:

1. The Values Compass by Mandeep Rai (Theoretical)
2. Dare to Lead by Brené Brown (Practical)
3. The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek (Practical)

Start your year with clarity and purpose. Join the January Masterclass to align your career vision with your values and set goals that inspire. Limited spots available—register today! (Registration Link)

CALL TO ACTION, EPISODE LINK & CONTACT INFO

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Contact: katharina@katharinaengelhardt.com

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In this episode of IT`S IN YOU!, I sit down with Mira Czutka, a leader, coach, and innovator with over 25 years of experience in marketing, diversity management, and organizational development. Mira shares her unique journey from engineering to becoming a transformational coach who blends spirituality, systemic thinking, and leadership. Her wisdom offers a fresh perspective on intuitive leadership, authentic connections, and navigating career transitions with purpose.

This conversation offers valuable insights whether you're striving to lead with authenticity, embrace systemic approaches, or integrate mindfulness into your leadership style.

What You’ll Learn:

• The power of intuition in leadership and decision-making.
• How systemic thinking can transform organizational dynamics and product development.
• The intersection of spirituality and leadership: embracing openness and flow.
• Mira’s advice for women starting their careers and navigating male-dominated industries.
• Practical steps to cultivate authenticity and resilience in your career.

Key Moments:

• [00:34] Mira’s career journey: from engineering to diversity management and coaching.
• [01:19] Achieving team success: Lessons from Great Place to Work awards.
• [03:12] Integrating yoga and spirituality into leadership training.
• [06:41] The role of intuition and going with the flow in effective leadership.
• [11:43] Mira’s systemic product development approach: “Put yourself in the shoes of the product.”
• [17:32] Advice for building self-awareness and openness in leadership.
• [23:35] Empowering women in leadership: Mira’s reflections on diversity and inclusion.

Sound Bites

"You have to want it to change."
"Life is the game changer."
"You get what is inside of you."

Resources Mentioned:

• Learn More About Mira Czutka: https://mira-czutka.de/
• Integration Facilitator Training with the Mind Foundation: https://www.mind-foundation.org/de/mind/beyond-experience
• Books on Leadership and Intuition:
  The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander & Benjamin Zander
  Presence: An Exploration of Profound Change in People, Organizations, and Society by Peter Senge, Otto Scharmer, Joseph Jaworski, and Betty Sue Flowers

Call-to-Action:
If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to reflect on your leadership style and how openness, intuition, and systemic thinking can bring clarity to your career and life.

Join my Masterclass, Vision 2025: Developing Career Clarity, where we’ll explore value-driven leadership and setting purposeful goals for the year ahead.
Register here:
https://katharinaengelhardt.ac-page.com/how-to-gain-clarity-for-your-careermasterclass

Stay inspired and lead authentically. Let’s continue this journey together!

Keywords
leadership, sp

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In this episode of IT`S IN YOU!, I’m joined by Alexis Haass, a visionary leader in sustainability and climate innovation. With over 20 years of industry experience, Alexis has pioneered impactful roles in energy transition, industrial decarbonization, and sustainable product development. From her tenure at Adidas to serving as the Chief Sustainability Officer at Arcadis, Alexis has consistently shaped roles that address systemic challenges and create meaningful change.

Together, we explore how her values-driven approach to leadership and curiosity have fueled her ability to solve problems, navigate career transitions, and inspire innovation. Whether interested in sustainability, career development, or impactful leadership, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to create impactful roles that don’t yet exist.
• The importance of curiosity and problem-solving in driving career growth.
• Strategies for leading in male-dominated industries and new fields.
• Insights into energy transition, climate tech, and industrial decarbonization.
• Balancing leadership roles with personal boundaries and family life.

Key Moments:

• [00:34] Alexis’ journey: From international development to climate innovation.
• [02:45] Lessons learned in rural Nicaragua: Addressing systemic issues through business strategy.
• [05:33] Innovating sustainability at Adidas: From recycled materials to consumer-driven decarbonization.
• [09:35] Shaping careers: Alexis’ approach to creating roles based on curiosity and impact.
• [14:55] Advice for navigating leadership as a female executive in new fields.
• [19:27] The power of networking: How connections create opportunities and clarity.
• [24:36] Setting boundaries for leadership success and work-life balance.

Sound Bites

"You got this!"
"You can always decide later."
"I'm really passionate."

Connect with Alexis Haass on LInkedIn

Call-to-Action:
🎧 Tune in to hear Alexis’ inspiring career journey and actionable insights on leadership, sustainability, and innovation.

Let’s create careers and solutions that make a difference!

keywords
sustainability, climate tech, leadership, women in business, career advice, energy transition, industrial decarbonization, mentorship, personal values, work-life balance

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In this episode of IT`S IN YOU!, host Katharina Engelhardt discusses the critical role of visibility in career growth, particularly for women. She emphasizes that recognition for one's contributions is essential for professional advancement. The episode covers common barriers to visibility, such as fear of judgment and cultural norms, and offers actionable strategies to enhance visibility, including storytelling techniques, leveraging LinkedIn, and documenting achievements. Engelhardt also provides tailored approaches for introverts to navigate visibility challenges. The episode concludes with a reminder that visibility is a form of self-love and a necessary step for career success.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why visibility is crucial for career growth and leadership opportunities.
• How to overcome common barriers women face in being seen and heard.
• Foundational and advanced strategies for boosting your visibility.
• Introvert-friendly tips for building presence without discomfort.
• The importance of self-love as a driver for professional growth.

Key Moments:

• [00:01] Introduction: Why visibility matters for career success.
• [04:14] Why women often get overlooked and how to change that.
• [06:13] Actionable strategies to build your professional presence.
• [10:23] Introvert-friendly visibility tips that work.
• [12:46] Recap and the importance of self-love in professional growth.

Sound Bites

• "Hard work alone is not enough."
• "Tell your story using the STAR method."
• "Document your wins regularly."

Resources Mentioned:

• Masterclass: Being Visible at Work: Authenticity as a Career Booster
  Register 👉here.
• Blog Post: VISIBILITY FRUSTRATION (and the solution) — Katharina Engelhardt I Career coach for women
• Recommended Reading: Presence by Amy Cuddy, Brag! by Peggy Klaus

Call-to-Action:
🎧 Don’t let your contributions go unnoticed—take the first step toward boosting your visibility.
👉 Join my Masterclass to discover how to become authentically visible and advance your career. Register 👉here.

Let’s make 2025 the year you step into the spotlight with confidence!

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Mela In this episode of IT`S IN YOU!, Katharina Engelhardt interviews Melanie Schröder, founder of Contentheldin.de, about the transformative power of storytelling in leadership and personal branding. Melanie shares her journey from industrial mechanics to content marketing, revealing how authentic storytelling can help women in leadership enhance their visibility and confidence. Together, they discuss practical strategies for using LinkedIn to build a strong personal brand and embrace one's unique story.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Storytelling is a powerful tool for emotional connection and leadership impact.
✔️ Many women hold back from sharing their achievements due to societal expectations.
✔️ Authenticity in storytelling can lead to career transformation and personal empowerment.
✔️ LinkedIn is a critical platform for building a visible and credible personal brand.
✔️ Empowering others to be themselves is a fundamental part of leadership.
✔️ Practicing storytelling can enhance interview performance and career opportunities.
✔️ Women should not fear being visible and celebrating their successes.
✔️ Starting a business requires belief in oneself and taking action.

Sound Bites:

🎙️ “A memorable story has to be felt.”
🎙️ “Empower people to be themselves.”
🎙️ “You have to believe in yourself.”
🎙️ “Just do it. Just try it out.”
🎙️ “Start posting on LinkedIn.”

Chapters:

⏱ 00:00 Introduction to Storytelling in Leadership
⏱ 05:43 The Importance of Storytelling
⏱ 10:25 Transforming Careers Through Storytelling
⏱ 16:24 Empowering Authenticity in Professional Life
⏱ 21:07 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
⏱ 26:05 Encouraging Women to Share Their Stories

🎧 If you want to stand out, share your story, and boost your leadership presence, this episode is for you!

Where to find Melanie
https://www.contentheldin.de and (3) Melanie Schröder | LinkedIn

Your story is your strength—start telling it today!

Resources Mentioned:

• Masterclass: Being Visible at Work: Authenticity as a Career Booster
  Register 👉here.
• Blog Post: VISIBILITY FRUSTRATION (and the solution) — Katharina Engelhardt I Career coach for women
• Recommended Reading: Presence by Amy Cuddy, Brag! by Peggy Klaus

📩 Have questions or want to collaborate? Contact me at katharina@katharinaengelhardt.com

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In this empowering episode of IT`S IN YOU!, I sit down with Tracey Newell, board member, former president, and executive coach, to discuss how women can step into leadership, claim their ambition, and break into the C-suite. Drawing from her extensive corporate experience and insights from her new book Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite and Beyond, Tracey shares practical strategies for career acceleration, overcoming self-doubt, and building a leadership presence that commands recognition.

If you've ever felt stuck in middle management or unsure how to step into executive leadership, this episode is for you!

What You'll Learn

✔️ Why women aren’t reaching the C-suite fast enough—and how we can change that.
✔️ How to shift from playing small to owning your expertise and stepping into leadership.
✔️ The importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and networking for career success.
✔️ Key strategies to position yourself for the next leadership opportunity.
✔️ How organizations can better support female leadership advancement.
✔️ Practical steps for taking charge of your career trajectory and setting yourself apart.

About Tracey Newell

Tracey Newell has over 30 years of leadership experience in global tech companies, including Informatica, Proofpoint, Polycom, and Cisco. She serves on multiple corporate boards and is dedicated to mentoring women in leadership. Her book Hers for the Taking is a blueprint for breaking into executive leadership—offering real-world strategies, career roadmaps, and inspiring stories for ambitious women looking to advance.

Key Moments in This Episode

⏳ 00:01 | Tracey’s Journey – How she transitioned from corporate leadership to empowering women executives.
⏳ 02:15 | Why Women Are Underrepresented in the C-Suite – The biggest barriers and how to overcome them.
⏳ 10:25 | Mindset Shifts for Career Growth – How to move from self-doubt to self-advocacy.
⏳ 18:40 | Building a Powerful Career Strategy – How to plan your leadership journey and leverage sponsorship.
⏳ 26:05 | Personal Reflections & Advice – The biggest lessons from Tracey’s career and what she hopes every woman takes away from her book.

Resources Mentioned

📖 Book: Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite and Beyond – Pre-Order Here
💡 Masterclass: “Leadership in Action: Making Decisions and Leading with Confidence” April 6th 10AM CET Sign up here

Call-to-Action

Are you ready to step into leadership and own your ambition?
📌 Listen now and share your biggest takeaway! Screenshot this episode, tag us on LinkedIn, and tell us one action you’re taking to accelerate your career.

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