The Bridges and Beacons Podcast
Bridges and Beacons is the podcast where nervous system wisdom meets bold, heart-led leadership.
Hosted by Kelly Myerson — occupational therapist, strategic communicator, and leadership guide — this show helps women build steady bridges from overwhelm to calm and shine their unique beacons of authentic power.
Each episode explores how to regulate your mind and body, access deep clarity and inner resources, and rise into leadership that’s real, resilient, and deeply impactful.
Whether you’re navigating midlife transitions, finding your voice, or leading your family, team, or community with heart and grit, Bridges and Beacons offers a safe space to connect, grow, and light the way together.
Let’s build bridges and shine beacons — together.
The Bridges and Beacons Podcast
Leading with Soul: Why Business Fiction is the New Masterclass
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What happens when a top-tier corporate executive realizes that a non-fiction leadership book is... well, a bit boring? They turn to fiction to tell the real truth.
In this episode, Kelly sits down with Karen Ann Bulluck, the first woman EVP at AM Best Company and founder of DARING TO TRANSCEND®. We dive deep into her Ascending Ladders series—a trilogy that captures the messy, beautiful, and often lonely reality of women in leadership. From navigating AI and trust to the power of meditation in the boardroom, Karen shows us that "climbing the ladder" doesn't have to mean losing your humanity.
Key Takeaways from the Conversation:
- The "Cheryl" Factor: Why relatable, imperfect characters teach us more about leadership than polished case studies.
- The Spirituality Gap: How incorporating meditation and visualization isn’t just "woo-woo"—it’s a competitive advantage for high-stakes decision-making.
- Trust in the Age of AI: Exploring the themes of Karen’s newest book, Embracing Trust, and how leaders maintain a "human first" culture as technology evolves.
- The Loneliness of the Climb: A candid discussion on the emotional labor and isolation women face in the C-suite—and how to find your community.
Kelly has already devoured books one and two of this must read trilogy! To get the full experience of Cheryl’s transformation, we highly recommend grabbing the entire Ascending Ladders series:
- Discovering Power
- Pursuing Truth
- Embracing Trust (The Latest Release on sale for $1.99 now!)
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Connect with Karen
https://www,daringtotranscend.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenannbulluck/
https://www.facebook.com/karenannbulluck/
https://www.instagram.com/karenannbulluck
Save the Date! Don't miss Karen’s upcoming author event this March. Check her website for details and registration!
My 30-minute Bridge Conversation is a gentle space for women who are standing at the threshold of a life they can feel, but not yet fully walk into. Follow this link to schedule your complimentary session. https://calendly.com/kellymyerson/building-the-bridge-conversation
Ready to Learn About Your Human Design?
If you'd like to geek out with me on your Human Design and explore becoming your own version of an Untamed Leader - be sure to schedule a Bridge session to learn about your individual human design blueprint. https://calendly.com/kellymyerson/building-the-bridge-conversation
Let's Connect
🔗 Connect with me on LinkedIn to follow along with my journey and see what I’m creating. www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-myerson
💡 Want to be a guest? Schedule a chat with me here: https://calendly.com/kellymyerson/amplify-your-voice
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