In this episode of Women Lead, Nadia Koski sits down with Katja Garff, an executive partner at makers and breakers, who shares her fascinating career journey from aspiring investigative journalist to a key player in the creative industry.

Katja discusses her transition into marketing, the importance of networking, and her experiences at Cannes Lions. She also addresses the challenges women face in the workplace, including the glass ceiling, and offers advice on how to navigate these obstacles while building confidence as a leader.

In this conversation, Katja shares her insights on leadership, the importance of creating safe spaces for expression, and the lessons she hopes to pass on to the next generation of female leaders. She emphasizes the significance of taking responsibility for one's actions, the role of male allies in supporting women's success, and the urgency of advocating for diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Katja also discusses her inspirations and the impact she hopes to make in her industry, encouraging others to speak up, own their voice, and follow their passions.


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In this inspiring episode of Women Lead, host Nadia Koski sits down with Natalia Hilgers, Director of Demand Partnerships DACH at Equativ, to explore her journey in tech sales. Natalia opens up about the bold choices and mindset shifts that helped her thrive in a male-dominated space and why she believes women should stop over-proving and start owning their place at the table.

Natalia shares her experiences with impostor syndrome, the importance of recognizing one's strengths, and the boldness required to ask for career advancement. The discussion also touches on the challenges of transitioning into the corporate world, navigating office politics and cultural differences in the workplace. Whether you’re aiming to take a career leap, build authentic leadership habits, or navigate imposter syndrome, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable advice.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Natalia handled bias, self-doubt, and a shocking interview comments early in her career
• Her approach to managing different communication styles as a leader
• Why she believes ambition is a strength, not a liability, for women
• Tips for networking authentically (even if you’re not an extrovert)
• How mentorship shaped her leadership—and why she pays it forward

They discuss the importance of mentorship, networking, and self-reflection in professional growth. Natalia encourages others to take risks and highlights the interconnectedness of our decisions and their impact on humanity.

LINKS & RECS
Connect with Natalia on LinkedIn
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Produced and Hosted by Nadia Koski
Engineered by Phil McDowell
Project Lead Dennis Kirschner

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Nadia Koski sits down with Dagmar Glow, ICF-certified Business and Mental Health Coach, in Part 2 of their interview talks that delves deeper into the critical topic of mental health, particularly in the workplace.

They discuss the stigma surrounding mental health, signs of burnout, and how leaders can balance their responsibilities while maintaining their mental well-being. The conversation also touches on the concept of mental load, personal boundaries, and the challenges women face in leadership roles. Dagmar emphasizes the importance of recognizing signs of distress in colleagues and the need for self-awareness in managing one's own mental health. In this conversation, Dagmar Glow and Nadia explore the themes of perfectionism, unconscious bias, and the challenges women face in the workplace and during midlife transitions.

They discuss the impact of gender bias, the importance of recognizing and addressing unconscious biases, and how midlife can be a time for reflection and change. The conversation emphasizes the need for women to align with their core values and embrace authenticity to find fulfillment in their lives.

LINKS & RECS

Connect with Dagmar Glow

Listen to Part 1 of the Mental Health conversation with Dagmar.

Identify your Top 5 Personal Core Values (for free) with Dagmar’s online quiz:
The is fully anonymous, no personal data is collected: dagmarglow.com

Watch our “Mental Health in a Digital Space” series with Dagmar

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Produced and Hosted by Nadia Koski
Engineered by Phil McDowell
Project Lead Dennis Kirschner

You can contact the show at womenleadpodcast@the-digital-distillery.com
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