How to Advocate for Yourself at Work to Get the Promotion You Deserve as a High Achieving Woman - with Maya Sharfi

In this episode, Leanna Laskey McGrath sits down with career and executive coach Maya Sharfi to explore what it truly means to grow your career in alignment with your life, not at the expense of it.

Maya shares how she supports high-achieving women, from manager to executive levels, in navigating promotions, career pivots, and redefining success. Drawing on her unique background in design and women’s empowerment, she brings a powerful blend of analytical thinking and deep personal insight to her coaching.

Together, they discuss how to advocate for yourself at work, recognize your value, and make intentional career decisions that increase fulfillment. This conversation is especially relevant for ambitious women who feel the tension between professional growth and personal alignment.

If you’re ready to stop climbing the ladder on autopilot and start building a career that actually supports your life, this episode will give you both perspective and practical direction.

Take advantage of Maya’s special gift for Leadership & Motherhood listeners, a 5-minute assessment to identify what is standing between you and your next career level!

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