IT´S IN YOU! Career & Leadership Coaching for Women

What do you do when there is no roadmap — but standing still is not an option?

In this episode of It’s In You, I sit down with Lisa Pagotto, Founder & CEO of Crooked Compass, to explore what it really means to lead through uncertainty, disruption, and reinvention.

Lisa shares her remarkable journey of building a travel business from an idea she deeply believed in, surviving a difficult Shark Tank aftermath, navigating the pandemic as the travel industry shut down, and creating a second business by following curiosity, instinct, and movement.

Together, we talk...

Visibility After Fifty with Viola Haderlein

What if visibility after 50 is not about being louder, more polished, or more strategic but about becoming more yourself?

In this episode of It’s In You, I sit down with Viola Haderlein to explore visibility, identity, aging, menopause, and the powerful shift that happens when women stop comparing themselves to their younger selves.

Viola works with women 50+ through photography, styling, branding, and her book project 50x50+, helping women become visible not only online, but in real life. In our conversation, we talk about why vi...

Many high-achieving women underestimate their own strengths.

Not because they lack talent. But because their strongest capabilities feel so natural that they assume everyone can do the same.

In coaching sessions, I hear this almost every week:

"Well… that's just part of my job."

But when we unpack these situations, we often discover something very different:
 strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, conflict navigation, and real leadership under pressure.

The challenge is that what feels ordinary to you is often exceptional to others.

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What comes first in a career — confidence or visibility?

In this episode of It’s In You, I sit down with Tina Holmes to explore one of the most misunderstood dynamics in women’s careers. Together, we unpack why so many capable women wait to feel “ready,” why confidence often grows after action (not before), and how breaking taboos can become a powerful leadership tool.

Tina brings a refreshing mix of clarity, honesty, and experience from working in complex organisational environments. We talk openly about vulnerability, psychological safety, and the hidden impact of...

In this deeply inspiring episode of It’s In You, host Katharina Engelhardt sits down with Blanca Meléndez del Castillo — Personal Brand Strategist, TEDx Speaker, and creator of the S.H.I.N.E.™ Framework — for a conversation about vision, courage, and the power of seeing yourself before the world sees you.

Blanca shares the behind-the-scenes story of her recent TEDx Nuremberg talk:
 ✨ how she created a visual of herself on the TEDx stage a year before it happened,
 ✨ why embodying your future identity changes everything, and
 ✨ the childhood story of her mothe...

In this empowering episode of It’s In You, host Katharina Engelhardt sits down with leadership coach and former EVP Katy McFee, a powerhouse voice helping women land their first VP roles and step confidently into senior leadership.

Katy shares her honest and refreshing perspective on why so many women stay stuck despite strong performance and what needs to change. Together, Katy and Katharina dive deep into visibility, strategic leadership, navigating bias, burnout, and the mindset shifts women need to rise without losing themselves in the process.

This is a must-listen fo...

In this empowering episode of It’s In You, I talk with Katie Nelson, founder and CEO of Sales UpRising—a three-time entrepreneur who’s on a mission to bring fun back into sales and help business owners reach the success they deserve.

Katie shares her remarkable journey from a thriving corporate career to building multiple businesses, revealing how confidence, mindset, and self-love became her greatest tools. Together, we explore what it really takes to overcome the fear of selling, redefine success on your own terms, and embrace growth through courage and connection.

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In this episode, Katharina Engelhardt sits down with Camille Batiste, President of The Blackman Grant Group and former Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain & Procurement at Archer Daniels Midland (ADM). With more than 25 years of experience across global corporations, Camille shares how she built a career rooted in courage, authenticity, and resilience.

Together, they discuss what it means for women to lead with confidence, navigate transitions, and claim their space at the leadership table—without losing themselves in the process. From her early days as an engineer to leading complex tr...

In this episode, Katharina Engelhardt talks with transformational speaker, author, and mental health advocate Dacia L. Moore, founder of Second Wind Counseling & Consulting. With more than two decades of experience empowering individuals and leaders, Dacia shares how emotional intelligence helps us recover from setbacks, lead with authenticity, and rediscover our sense of purpose.

Together, they explore what it means to lead from self-awareness, overcome perfectionism, and build resilience as a foundation for sustainable success. Whether you’re leading a team, navigating transition, or simply craving more emotional clarity, this episode will give you practical, science-based, an...

 In this inspiring episode, Katharina Engelhardt sits down with Sara Connell, 5x bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of Thought Leader Academy, to explore how visibility starts from within. Sara shares how she turned personal trauma into purpose — from a life-changing story that went global to building a seven-figure business helping others share their voices. Together, they dive into what it truly means to be seen: why visibility is a vibration, how unresolved trauma impacts confidence and success, and how to turn your story into a strategy that drives transformation, leadership, and growth.

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In today’s episode of It’s In You, I sit down with Dr. Ute Liersch, Chartered Counselling and Coaching Psychologist, author, and speaker, to explore two powerful themes: navigating leadership transitions and managing the invisible load carried by so many women in leadership.

We talk about why transitions can feel so overwhelming, how to navigate them without losing yourself, and the psychological resilience needed to balance ambition, authenticity, and well-being. Ute also shines a light on her new book, A Minimalist’s Guide to Becoming Resilient, and shares practical tools to help leaders regulate, realig...

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In this powerful episode, Katharina Engelhardt talks with Shauna Moran—executive coach, organizational consultant, and international keynote speaker—about how ambitious women can scale their impact without sacrificing well-being.

Shauna shares eye-opening data on why women leaders face disproportionate burnout, the invisible burdens many carry, and how companies can rethink leadership systems to retain their top talent. Together, they explore what sustainable leadership really means, how to break out of the reactive cycle, and why your values and support systems are essential if you want to lead with clarity, energy, and joy.

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In this powerful episode of It’s In You, host Katharina Engelhardt welcomes Dr. Emily Coleman, social psychologist, statistician, and founder of HAI Analytics, for a candid conversation on leadership, resilience, and reforming the systems that hold us back.

Emily shares her remarkable journey from academia to building a purpose-driven tech company that uses predictive analytics to help universities make smarter, fairer decisions. Together, they explore how data can empower women, why gut instinct and analysis must go hand in hand, and what it truly takes to start your own business in a ma...

In this episode of IT´S IN YOU Katharina Engelhardt sits down with Kathryn Colas, a leading advocate for menopause awareness in the workplace and founder of the Kathryn Colas Academy. Together, they discuss why menopause is a leadership issue, how it impacts career progression, and what organizations can do to support employees navigating this phase of life.

Kathryn shares her personal journey through menopause, how it nearly ended her career, and how she turned that struggle into a mission to educate and empower both w...

Welcome to the podcast's new era — formerly known as “You Got This,” now transformed into “It’s In You.” 

In this special teaser episode, career and leadership coach Katharina Engelhardt shares the vision behind the new name, what listeners can expect moving forward, and why now is the moment to stop waiting for the perfect time — and start creating your version of success.

Whether you’re navigating your next career step, questioning your leadership identity, or feeling too young, too mother, or too old to pursue your goals, this podcast is here to remind you: you already have...

Guest:
Katja Pischel — Personal Branding Coach, Entrepreneur, Founder of Bridge Builder for Change, and Author of And Then Life Happened

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In this empowering episode of IT`S IN YOU!  host Katharina Engelhardt speaks with Katja Pischel about the power of authentic visibility, personal branding, and redefining success on your own terms. Katja shares her personal journey from a successful corporate career to entrepreneurship, highlighting the mindset shifts women need to make when stepping into leadership or starting their own business. Together, they explore how a strong personal brand can boo...

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In this powerful episode of IT`S IN YOU!, I sit down with Kathy Caprino—a globally recognized career and leadership coach, Forbes Senior Contributor, and best-selling author of The Most Powerful You and Breakdown, Breakthrough.

We tackle why so many women struggle to advance in their careers, the 7 power and confidence gaps that hold them back, and key strategies to help them step into leadership, visibility, and career confidence.

Kathy and I also discuss her Amazing Career Coach Certi...

 In this episode of IT`S IN YOU!, I sit down with Tiankai Feng, a data leader, musician, and author of Humanizing Data Strategy. With over a decade of experience in data analytics, governance, and digital transformation, Tiankai brings a fresh perspective on how creativity can transform leadership in data-driven industries.

From blending storytelling with analytics to leveraging music for engagement, Tiankai shares how leaders can make data more relatable and empower their teams through collaboration and communication. Whether navigating the complexities of tech leadership or exploring ways to balance technical expertise with emotional intelligence, this episode i...

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...