Women Development in The Workplace | How to Reach Your Dreams w. Erica Anderson Rooney

Guest:Erica Anderson RooneyChief People Officer | Executive Coach | Host of From Now to NextHost:Melissa AarskaugExecutive Connect: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectEpisode Overview:Glass ceilings get all the attention—but sticky floors might be what’s really holding women back. In this episode of Executive Connect, Melissa Aarskaug sits down with Erica Anderson Rooney to break down the hidden obstacles women face in the workplace and how to rise above them. Erica shares powerful insights on self-worth, workplace dynamics, and what it takes to truly get “unstuck.” They dive into mindset shifts, empathy in leadership, navigating motherhood at the executive level, and how to rebuild workplace culture from the ground up. If you're ready to challenge the limits and reach your next level, this one's for you.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Erica Anderson Rooney01:05 – Understanding Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors04:37 – Identifying Sticky Floors in the Workplace06:34 – Taking Action to Get Unstuck11:49 – The Mindset of Successful Executives16:34 – The Importance of Empathy in Leadership20:57 – Shifting Workplace Culture Post-Pandemic23:22 – Rebuilding Toxic Workplace Cultures30:40 – Balancing Motherhood and Executive Roles38:29 – Advice for Overwhelmed Executive WomenConnect With Us:Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectSocial:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_aarskaugX: https://x.com/melissaaarskaug