In a Leadership Strategies for Women podcast interview originally aired in 2011 , Ellie Nieves sits down with Dondi Scumaci , author of 10 Commandments for Women in the Workplace . In this insightful conversation, Dondi shares timeless wisdom and career strategies from her book, offering practical advice for women navigating professional growth and leadership. Now, more than a decade later, we’re re-posting this interview because her insights are more relevant than ever . As women continue to br...
Mar 28, 2025•31 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Carin Weisman Crook, the author of #morninghaiku: a simple practice to inspire your every day.
Apr 10, 2022•17 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Jenny Fox, a marketing professional at Connexus Credit Union, on how to lead in your career.
Apr 03, 2022•22 min
Ellie Nieves interviews SVP, Customer Success, at FuelCycle on how to questioning authority respectfully can lead to Innovation and greatness.
Mar 27, 2022•32 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Dr. Soribel Genao on how to build diverse, equitable and inclusive workplaces that embrace justice and belonging.
Jan 18, 2022•21 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Dr. Valerie Mason-Cunningham on being intentional and why experiences matter.
Jan 11, 2022•24 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Coach, Thought Partner, Facilitator, and Trainer Dale Hisiger on exploring communication strategies to enable you to increase your impact and results.
Jan 04, 2022•17 min
Ellie Nieves interviews author Kristin Schuchman on how to jump start your career by taking action and moving forward in a way that is truly engaging and meaningful.
Dec 28, 2021•17 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Lisa Morris, AVP of Public Relations and Corporate Communications on how women leaders can communicate effectively in the workplace.
Dec 21, 2021•27 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Grace O’Donnell, the Chief Operating Officer of Leaders Press, about how publishing a book can establish your reputation as a leader. Read an article that goes in depth on how to get your book published: https://leaderspress.com/how-to-get-a-book-published
Dec 14, 2021•17 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Diana Jones, the author of the book Leadership Levers, on how women leaders can release the power of relationships for exceptional results in life and in business.
Dec 07, 2021•21 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Jenn Graham, CEO of Inclusivv, about her mission to create a more inclusive world.
Nov 18, 2021•23 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Dr. Lisa Wicker on how women leaders can build capacity and overcome limitations.
Oct 28, 2021•28 min
True partnership is about identifying shared value and leveraging the combined strengths of each partner to achieve a level of impact that cannot be accomplished independently. Partnerships founded on trust and respect foster an explosion of creativity and a multiplier effect – and can transform your life! In this episode, Ellie Nieves interviews the Co-Founder of LeadHERship Global, Lisa Fisk, on Unlocking the Power of Partnerships.
Apr 14, 2021•20 min
Global burnout is at an all-time high. Certainly the added pressure of remote work and the uncertainty of Covid-19 adds to it. However, there are steps leaders can take to minimize the flames. Ellie Nieves interviews Eileen McDargh, the CEO of the Resiliency Group, on how to go from burnout to breakthrough.
Nov 22, 2020•24 min
What if, instead of leading with an iron fist, leaders focused on creating opportunities for others by making space for their teams and clients to grow while still contributing to their personal lives? To do this, your personal and company values must be aligned and prioritized. Ellie Nieves interviews entrepreneur, Becky Robinson on leading with values.
Nov 08, 2020•18 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Latina Life Coach and Model Rosie Mercado on the release of her new book, "The Girl with Self-Esteem Issues". Rosie shares about body positivity and mental health.
Oct 19, 2020•19 min
Annie Scranton joins Ellie Nieves to talk about how you can go from trials to triumph—to rebuild after a setback. Annie is a former TV producer working on shows on FOX, CNN, MSNBC, and ABC's Good Morning America, and NBC's TODAY Show.
Oct 18, 2020•15 min
Grit is a skill; one that can be taught to help people overcome fear, break through uncertainty, and reach their full potential. Shannon Huffman Polson joins Ellie Nieves to discuss her book: THE GRIT FACTOR: Courage, Resilience & Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World.
Oct 04, 2020•14 min
For the last several months, we’ve spent more time with ourselves, our families, and our work. We’ve struggled with the elusive work-life balance more than ever. As we approach our new normal and take steps toward “business as usual”, however, it’s important to begin thinking about what we’ve learned about ourselves throughout the crisis and how we can leverage these new learnings going forward. For women, in particular, it will be important to begin thinking about the importance of boundaries, ...
Aug 09, 2020•22 min
These days we know that to get the best from your staff, to encourage connection, commitment and personal and business growth we need to lead with emotional intelligence. Encouraging strengths rather than preying on weaknesses! And, as leaders to be self-aware, leading by example, being the standard that we wish to see. Leading with emotional intelligence, is a must for the modern business wanting to thrive. On this episode of the Leadership Strategies for Women Podcast, Ellie Nieves interviews ...
Jul 26, 2020•22 min
Ellie Nieves interviews productivity coach Mridu Parikh on how effective women spend their time.
Jun 25, 2020•21 min
Ellie Nieves interviews the CEO of the Federation of Protestant Agencies, Jennifer Jones Austin about her career, her advocacy work and about how women can make an impact in their communities.
Jun 09, 2020•39 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Amy Bottoms, the principal at the executive search firm Catalyst Advisors, on how women leaders rise to executive ranks.
Jun 07, 2020•18 min
In this episode of the Leadership Strategies for Women podcast, Ellie Nieves interviews Angie Lund, an inspiring entrepreneur and business coach dedicated to empowering women. Angie shares transformative leadership strategies to help women shift from feeling powerless to embracing their full potential and stepping into their power. With practical advice and real-world insights, this conversation is packed with tools to help you build confidence, lead with intention, and create the impact you des...
May 24, 2020•26 min
Leadership Speaker and Coach Ellie Nieves interviews Dr. Amber Tichenor, PhD. As the founder of To Be, Coaching + Consulting, Dr. Tichenor empowers women to find their voice, embrace change and be all they want to be. She has a PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and she is a subject matter expert on Female Rivalry.
Apr 03, 2020•14 min
Women’s Leadership Speaker & Coach Ellie Nieves interviews HR Consultant LaShawn Davis. They discuss how emerging women leaders can become top performers.
Feb 02, 2020•18 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Jill Lynch Cruz, PhD on success strategies for Latina lawyers and women leaders. Jill shares her Three S strategy: Self-Confidence, Self-Advocate and Self-Promote.
Nov 01, 2019•34 min
Ellie Nieves interviews photographer and coach Alyssa Peek on how to cultivate your professional image.
Sep 15, 2019•17 min
Ellie Nieves interviews Cheryl Sanchez, the author of the book: The Journey of Success: Even When Success is Just Getting Out of Bed. Cheryl redefines success for women leaders who are facing personal challenges as they work to achieve their goals.
Jun 17, 2019•13 min
