As the host of the Lessons in Leadership podcast, I’ve had the privilege of speaking with incredible thought leaders who bring deep wisdom and real-world experience to the table. Recently, I sat down with Jane Williams to discuss one of the most critical yet overlooked aspects of leadership: finding your voice and finding your fire.

Jane has spent over 25 years in the IT industry, working primarily with female leaders transitioning into executive roles. Her insights are particularly relevant in male-dominated fields where finding one's voice can be a challenge. Our conversation revolved around the struggles leaders face when stepping into new roles, the importance of knowing your “why,” and how to cultivate the confidence to speak up and stand out.

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About Jane Williams

“Sometimes, the best way through a brick wall isn’t straight through it; it’s around or over it.” These words, spoken by Jane Williams’ father, perfectly represent her transformation from timid to triumphant. At a young age, Jane was known to be intellectual and creative. She even skipped ahead to the first grade, and while this helped her academically, she was personally overwhelmed by the transition, causing her to become shy and reserved. This condition seemed to plague her path for years, until the day came to do a speaking presentation for her IT graduate class. She realized that she didn’t want to be remembered for falling apart and failing...but for giving an amazing performance. The time had come to find her fire and rise to the challenge, which is exactly what she did. This launched a transformation that not only gave her the courage and confidence to speak up and stand up for herself, it fueled an enormously successful career at IBM, where she flourished in a male-dominated industry over the next two decades. During her time there, she gained extensive experience managing global teams in Fortune 500 companies and a multitude of industries. And, after making her way around many brick walls and traveling across the world, she knew it was time to ignite her solo career and pay it forward.

Today, Jane coaches ambitious women in IT to get clarity on their career, claim their voice, and find their fire. After successfully climbing the leadership ladder and charting her own path to success, she now helps other women rise to their idea of success in their careers. Jane is an exceptional problem solver who is certified in Design Thinking, with a Masters in Information Technology and a Doctorate in Leadership of Remote Teams. She actively listens and creates order out of the chaos to help her clients clarify and capture their desired career path. Her mission is to offer a bespoke experience that combines coaching and mentorship while encouraging and inspiring women across the globe.

Email:drj@findyourfirecoach.com

Phone: 314.707.7763

Website:https://www.findyourfirecoach.com/

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Episode 313: Finding Your Voice, Finding Your Fire: Lessons in Leadership with Jane Williams