Lioness Conversations with Sarah Greenwell: Empowering Women in Leadership Roles
In this episode of Lioness Conversations, I spoke with Sarah Greenwell, founder of Growth Mode Talent Partners. Sarah shared her inspiring journey through the world of recruiting, leadership, and entrepreneurship. She offered valuable insights into the importance of empowering women in leadership roles, drawing from her own experiences navigating the transition from corporate life to building her own business. Sarah candidly discussed the challenges of maintaining work-life balance as an entrepreneur, the critical role of supportive leadership, and the impact of diverse perspectives in shaping successful teams. She also opened up about her specific experience transitioning from contingent recruitment to the executive level, highlighting the importance of financial security, the support systems that have helped her along the way, and the value of building trust within a team. Throughout the conversation, Sarah emphasized the connection between health and career fulfillment, the importance of finding the right fit in all aspects of life, and the evolving landscape of female leadership. Her reflections on celebrating small victories and embracing inner strength resonated deeply, offering a powerful message for women striving for success in all areas of their lives.
Learn more about Sarah Greenwell and Growth Mode Partners here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahcgreenwell/
https://www.growthmode.partners/
Chapters:
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Empowering Women in Leadership
Learn more about Sarah Greenwell and Growth Mode Partners here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahcgreenwell/
https://www.growthmode.partners/
Chapters:
00:00
Empowering Women in Leadership
05:06
The Journey to Recruiting
The Journey to Recruiting
09:55
Health and Career Fulfillment
Health and Career Fulfillment
15:01
Navigating Risks and Changes
Navigating Risks and Changes
19:54
The Importance of Diversity in Leadership
The Importance of Diversity in Leadership
25:09
Launching a Recruiting Business
Launching a Recruiting Business
32:40
Financial Fears and Family Dynamics
Financial Fears and Family Dynamics
40:46
Meaningful Work and Company Culture
Meaningful Work and Company Culture
46:50
Embracing the Lioness Within
Embracing the Lioness Within
53:44
Connecting with Sarah Greenwell
Connecting with Sarah Greenwell
Creators and Guests
Host
Jen Porter
Corporate leader turned entrepreneur, I created "Lioness Conversations" to amplify the voices of extraordinary women—leaders who have faced fear, overcome challenges, and are now shaping the world with their work. This podcast is a space for courage, truth, and deep inspiration. My mission is to empower women to be brave, leading with confidence and joy, to do the most meaningful work of their lives.
Guest
Sarah Greenwell
Sarah Greenwell is the Founder of Growth Mode Talent Partners, a boutique recruiting and consulting firm dedicated to helping start-ups scale through diverse and impactful hires. Prior to launching her own firm in 2019, Sarah spent 15 years acquiring talent and leading recruitment strategy for high-growth start-ups, such as Bullhorn and redbox, as well as iconic companies undergoing talent transformation, such as Saks Fifth Avenue and The Hartford. Sarah holds a Masters degree in Leadership, is a Certified Diversity Recruiter, and is a named inventor on a U.S. patent (unrelated to her work, but still cool to humble brag about). Sarah enjoys yoga, live music, fun themed 5K’s, and most of all, spending time with her husband Matt, children Lincoln, Eve and Arbor, and dog Wrigley in her beloved city of Chicago. Sarah is uncomfortable cooking bacon and writing in the third person.
