THE BLOG
Burn Bright, Lead Bold
This isn’t a feel-good blog. It’s a leadership wake-up call.
If you're a high-achieving woman in finance or tech who's done everything "right"—yet still feels stuck, depleted, or invisible—this is your space. Here, I share bold insights, raw truths, and industry-shifting strategies that challenge outdated leadership models and reignite your clarity, confidence, and personal power.
Each post is designed to help you break free from misalignment—not just burnout—and step into the aligned, energizing leadership you were always meant for.
Welcome to the Burn Bright, Lead Bold Blog
EXECUTIVE PRESENCE & AUTHORITY
Women and Negotiation:
Why You Go Silent for Your Worth
I've negotiated million-dollar deals at work without blinking. I've successfully navigated multiple real estate transactions. I've advocated for teams and budgets in meeting rooms.
But when I was laid off and interviewing for a contracting position? That was different.
They came back with an offer significantly lower than my worth. And every cell in my body wanted to just take it. I'd just been laid off. Who was I to negotiate? ...
Essential Reading for Ambitious Leaders
EXECUTIVE PRESENCE & AUTHORITY
Assertiveness for Women: How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt, Apology, or Backlash
CAREER NAVIGATION & ADVANCEMENT
Feeling Stuck in Your Career? I'll Tell You Why (And It's Not What Your HR Department Says)
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP MASTERY
High Performing Teams: The Wolf Pack Mentality
LEADERSHIP PSYCHOLOGY & PERFORMANCE
The Arrival Fallacy: Why Your Biggest Success Feels Like Your Emptiest Moment
LEADERSHIP INTEGRATION & LIFE DESIGN
The Energy Code: How High-Achieving Women Create Sustainable Success
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Hey, I'm Amanda.
MASTER LIFE COACH & ALIGNED LEADERSHIP STRATEGIST
I specialize in helping ambitious women in finance and technology transform from overwhelmed high-achievers into confident, influential leaders—without burning out or losing themselves in the process.
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