106: The time to scale and shine is now with Katrin Sturm

‘I always say if you don't have a plan yourself, you will become part of somebody else's.’’ – Katrin Sturm. Welcome back to Happier at Work. This week, Aoife is delighted to welcome German-born, Dublin based renowned personal growth mentor, CEO and founder of Scale & Shine, Katrin Sturm. Katrin is passionate and devoted to empowering female leaders to reach new career heights in male-dominated industries and helps organisations close the gender gap through the incredible work of her business. So many avenues get explored in this jam-packed session with many golden nuggets peppered throughout. Aoife and Katrin discuss how the time to scale & shine is now, unconscious bias, gender stereotype language in the workplace, your own definition of success, and so much more. The main points throughout include: - An introduction to Katrin Sturm. - Transitioning into a managerial role. - The link between career progression and loneliness. - Supporting women in business and bridging the gap of workplace gender bias. - The power of mindset and the impact of imposter syndrome on businesswomen. - Understanding what drives and motivates employees. - Do women need additional or different support to men? - The importance of self-reflection and identifying your definition of success. - Understanding and aligning your value systems. - Relocating for work: would you consider it? - Katrin’s advice for achieving professional growth. - The benefits of business coaching and mentoring. - Unlocking self-appreciation: why we must be kinder to ourselves and acknowledge our wins. - Don’t hold back asking for what you want at work. - What Happier at Work means to Katrin. Listen out as Katrin also reveals exciting details of Scale & Shine’s forthcoming Leadership Circle programme, a 6-month mastermind and accountability programme to help you become the best possible leader in a male-dominated industry. ‘’You should not compare yourself with others. The only person you should compare yourself with is the one you were yesterday.’’ – Katrin Sturm. THE LISTENERS SAY: Do you have any feedback or thoughts on this discussion? If so, please connect with Aoife via the links below and let her know. Aoife would love to hear from you! Connect with Katrin Sturm: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinsturm https://www.scaleandshine.io/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/scaleandshine/ https://www.instagram.com/scaleandshine/ Join the Leadership Circle – a virtual 6-month mastermind & accountability programme: https://www.scaleandshine.io/leadership-circle Connect with Happier at Work host Aoife O’Brien: https://www.happieratwork.ie https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien https://www.twitter.com/HappierAtWorkHQ https://www.instagram.com/happieratwork.ie https://www.facebook.com/groups/happieratworkpodcast Resources: Listen back: Happier at Work EP 77 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and igniting empowerment https://happieratwork.ie/overcoming-imposter-syndrome-igniting-empowerment

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Happier at Work® is the go-to podcast for client-facing leaders who want to create thriving workplaces where people and businesses succeed. Hosted by career and workplace culture strategist Aoife O’Brien, each episode explores the psychology of work, tackling the biggest challenges and opportunities shaping today’s workplace—from leadership and career growth to workplace culture, imposter syndrome, and employee engagement. Blending expert insights, psychological research, real-world stories, and actionable strategies, Happier at Work® helps you build a career and workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired. Guests include leading psychologists, bestselling authors, and professionals like you who are putting these ideas into practice. Whether you’re a leader looking to create a high-performing team or an ambitious professional navigating career growth, this podcast gives you the tools to drive real change. 🎧 Subscribe now and join the movement!