Together Women Rise: A Women in Leadership Podcast
The podcast that inspires talented women to build their own path to leadership by learning from those who’ve already made it.
Each episode, focused on a key theme, shares the inspiring journey of a woman who has overcome challenges at work and now leads with authenticity and resilience.
No ready-made formulas here — just honest conversations, practical advice, and powerful insights to help you dare, bounce back, and lead with impact.
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TOGETHER WOMEN RISE - English Edition
You Can Rise Again
From Self-Sabotage to Self-Belief!
We often talk about women’s success. But we don’t talk enough about the moments we fall apart.
I sat down with Kanika Holloway, Chief Growth Officer in a Belgian scale-up, who rebuilt her life and career after hitting rock bottom — far from home, in a new country, a new culture, with no job and a toxic relationship.
A bold, intimate, and empowering conversation — for any woman who’s ever doubted her worth or felt she had to shrink to fit in.
In this episode, we talk about:
What self-sabotage really looks like when it’s hiding behind love, sacrifice or fear.
The inner beliefs that made her feel she had to “do twice as much” to be seen — and how she finally rewrote that narrative.
How building a powerful support circle helped her rise — professionally and personally.
The mindset shifts that turn failure into fuel.
We also dive into:
How to navigate toxic work cultures (including “mean girls” at the office).
The unspoken codes of male-dominated environments — and how to stay true to yourself.
The power of journaling, faith, and daily rituals to stay grounded — even in chaos.
Can Your Partner Make or Break Your Career?
We often talk about work-life balance.
But we rarely discuss the REAL dynamics happening behind the scenes with our life partners!
I sat down with Maria Marta Perez Lipi, former sales director at Google, who shares how she and her husband COMPLETELY rewrote traditional codes so both could thrive.
an authentic and eye-opening conversation about the real impact of our life choices on our ambitions.
In this episode, we dive into:
How to navigate moments of self-doubt after pregnancy --- when your career feels stuck and confidence crumbles.
The REAL conversation you need to have before redefining roles in your relationship (spoiler: it's not what you think).
How to OWN your unconventional choices against judgment --- even from your own family.
Concrete techniques for couple discussions that BUILD instead of breaking down.
We also explore:
What happens when HE becomes the primary caregiver while you climb the corporate ladder.
The mental shift from "What will people think?" to "This is what works for US."
How to be fully present as a working mom --- quality over quantity.
Why investing in relationships (not just networking) is your secret career weapon.
A bold, honest conversation --- for any ambitious woman questioning if she can have it all on her own terms.
Born This Way or Made This Way?
I sat down with Dewi Van De Vyver, CEO of Effex, named Tech Woman of the Year by ELLE Belgium — and a bold advocate for women in leadership, diversity and ethics in tech.
Our conversation dives deep into the tension between nature and nurture — and how to reconcile both without losing yourself.
A deep conversation about how society shapes us and how we can shape companies that align with our values.
You’ll hear:
What shapes us : our inner nature, or the way society raises and conditions us?
Why society “nurtures” us — and how to stay authentic without being excluded.
The invisible narratives women carry — and how to spot them, challenge them, and rewrite them.
We also explore:
How to build a company culture where sexism has no place.
How to create a workplace that empowers both women and men to be their true selves — beyond societal expectations.
The power of embracing your full self — including the parts you don’t like.
Why “the cure for everything is salt water”.
Dewi also opens up about:
→ Why trying to “look like a good mother” almost broke her.
→ Why she’ll always choose a fast-paced startup over a billion-dollar corporate.
→ Her two top tips for navigating corporate environments without losing your soul.
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