12: Authentic Leadership and Personal Growth: Insights from Maryn Weimer

She Supply Chains Podcast
Jan 20
1 min read

Updated: Jul 21

What if the secret to thriving in your career lies in authenticity and the courage to ask the right questions?

In this episode, we welcome Maryn Weimer, who shares her diverse career journey spanning maintenance and reliability, academia, and market research. With a focus on the importance of listening, relationship-building, and empathy, Maryn offers a refreshing perspective on what it means to be a leader today. She delves into her approach to crafting long-term strategies that foster collaboration and clarity within teams, highlighting the necessity of over-communication in driving engagement.

Maryn’s candid discussion underscores the importance of being your true self at work and defining success based on your own values. She encourages listeners to let go of limiting beliefs while seeking affirmation from within, making it clear that personal growth is a continuous journey.

In this episode, we discuss:

(13:21) Developing a Clear and Inclusive Strategy

(18:39) Navigating Career Transitions and Building Relationships

(21:00) Over-Communicating for Alignment and Engagement

(25:01) The Value of Empathy and Authenticity in Leadership

(27:02) Bringing Your Authentic Self to Work

(30:58) Defining Success on Your Own Terms

(35:38) The Qualities of a Strong Leader

(39:38) Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs

(43:20) Navigating Academia and Non-Profit Work

(46:12) Challenges Faced by Women in the Workplace

Join us for invaluable insights on leadership, relationship-building, and the power of authenticity in the workplace! Click here to listen!