Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors: Shatter Limiting Beliefs - Redefine Success - Chase Big Dreams
The "Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors" is the empowering podcast dedicated to the modern woman navigating the complexities of today's world.
This is where we tackle the paradoxes women face daily: being told to lean in but not too far, to speak up but not too loudly, and to balance the demanding roles of professional and motherhood with grace and strength.
Hosted by Erica Anderson Rooney, a seasoned HR executive with over 15 years of experience, this podcast is your go-to source for breaking through the 'sticky floors' – those limiting beliefs and toxic behaviors that keep you STUCK.
Erica's mission is to empower you to shatter limiting beliefs and toxic behaviors to uncover infinite possibilities! And her biggest life goal is to get more women into positions of power and KEEP THEM THERE.
We delve into the tough topics here: Imposter Syndrome, perfectionism, fear, and burnout, providing not just insights but actionable strategies to help you navigate these challenges.
Erica’s personal journey and expertise, combined with stories from inspiring female guests, offer a wealth of wisdom on overcoming obstacles and seizing opportunities.
Each episode is packed with tactical tips, strategies for career advancement, and mindset shifts essential for taking bold leaps in your career and life.
From uncovering corporate secrets to sharing real stories of women who have broken ceilings, the "Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors" podcast is an invitation to join a community of ambitious women ready to take inspired action.
Welcome to "Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors!" Let's embark on this journey together and transform our aspirations into achievements and go SHATTER SOME CEILINGS.
Episodes
273 episodes
Unseen Labor, Unfair Burden: Why Women Still Carry the Mental Load with Allison Daminger
What if the biggest barrier to gender equality isn't who does the dishes, but who has to remember the dishes need doing?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, host Erica Rooney sits down with Allison Daminger, a gr...
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How to End the Year Without Burning Out
Finish the Year Aligned, Not Exhausted: How to Audit Your Energy and Reclaim Your FocusWhat if finishing the year strong didn’t mean doing more—but doing what actually matters?In this solo episode of Glass Ceil...
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Reclaiming Your Financial Power and Building a Life You Love with Steph Wagner
What if the biggest barrier to living your dream life isn't your career, but the financial confidence and literacy you still need to claim?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, host Erica Rooney si...
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Live a Life Worth Dying For: Maximizing Joy and Minimizing Regret with Karen Salmansohn
What if the secret to a happy life isn't about productivity, but about confronting your own mortality?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Karen Salmansohn, a bestselling author, wellness exper...
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Toxic Productivity: Reclaiming Your Time and Emotional Energy with Israa Nasir
What if the hustle culture you've been taught to admire is actually a trap, and the constant demand for more is keeping you from true peace and happiness?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, host Erica Rooney sits down wi...
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Beyond the Grind: Finding Peace in a World of Not Enough with Barbara Burgess
What if the relentless pursuit of "more" is actually what's holding you back from true fulfillment and sustainable success?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Barbara Burgess, a leader, author...
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The Confident Leader's AI Playbook: How to Use AI to Build Unshakeable Presence
What if AI isn't just a tool for productivity, but your secret weapon for building unshakeable confidence in the moments that matter most?In this solo episode, host Erica Rooney shares her AI-powered playbook for ambitious women. She cha...
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From Big Law to Breakthrough: Reclaiming Your Life from Burnout with Charlene Gisele
What if the relentless pursuit of success, the very ambition you've been praised for, is leading you toward a breakdown rather than a breakthrough?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, host Erica Rooney sits down with Char...
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Shattering the TV Glass Ceiling: A Conversation with Heather Gray
What if the path to historic leadership isn't about fitting in, but about being so rooted in who you are that you become a force for change?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, host Erica Rooney sits down with her...
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Leading the AI Revolution: Empowering Women for a Human-Centered Future with Felicia Newhouse
What if the most critical skills for navigating the age of artificial intelligence aren't technical, but deeply human?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Dr. Felicia Newhouse, a vis...
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Your Triggers Are Your Teachers: Turning Emotional Gut Punches into Leadership Gold
What if the moments that make you want to shrink or disappear are actually your greatest opportunities for growth?In this solo episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, host Erica Rooney gets real about the power of triggers. S...
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Beyond Fear: Cultivating Courage for a Brave New You with Mary Poffenroth, Ph.D.
What if fear isn't just something to conquer, but a natural human experience that can be understood, managed, and even used to propel you forward?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Dr. Mary P...
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Beyond Performance: Unlocking Your Strategic Identity for True Fulfillment with Dr. Benah Parker
What if true leadership isn't just about hitting targets, but about aligning your deepest self with your highest impact?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Dr. Benah Parker, an acclaime...
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Shattering the Silicon Ceiling: Leading with Impact
What if the path to leadership in tech isn't just about technical skill, but about breaking down systemic barriers and fostering true inclusion?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Anna Radulov...
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Unlocking Clarity: How to Fall in Love With Questions
What if the secret to navigating life's uncertainties isn't about finding quick answers, but about embracing the questions themselves?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney sits down with Elizabeth Weingarten, ...
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39:14
Beyond the Bio: Crafting Your Executive Brand
What if your professional reputation isn’t just about your resume, but about the story you tell?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica sits down with Lorraine K. Lee, a top-tier brand strategist and ex...
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The AI Revolution: Why Women Can't Afford to Sit This One Out
What if the future of work, life, and leadership is already here, and it demands our full participation?In this powerful solo episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica Rooney dives headfirst into the Artificial Intellig...
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Beyond the Burnout: Rekindling Your Inner Spark
What if the secret to thriving in leadership isn't just about pushing harder, but about finding your authentic joy and creating a life that truly lights you up?In this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica sits down with the...
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Unbusy: How Slowing Down Can Unlock Your Potential with George Bryant
What if the path to high performance starts with doing… less?In a first for Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, Erica welcomes her very first male guest: visionary entrepreneur and marketing expert
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Brain Hacks for Ambitious Women with Dr. Heather Collins
What if your brain isn’t broken—it's just doing its job?Cognitive neuroscientist and keynote speaker Dr. Heather Collins joins Erica to break down the brain science behind feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just plain burnt out, and how to g...
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44:05
From the Makeup Chair to the C-Suite: Reinvention, Resilience, and Real Leadership with Natasha Cornstein
What happens when a headshot appointment turns into your next career move? For Natasha Cornstein, it was the beginning of a wild, purpose-driven journey from beauty client to CEO of Blushington, the luxury express beauty brand now redefining gl...
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From Burnout in the Boardroom to Soul-Aligned Living with Adriana D’Onofrio
What if the life you were chasing was never actually your dream to begin with?In this powerful episode of Glass Ceilings & Sticky Floors, I sit down with Adriana D’Onofrio—a life and business coach for dreamers, doe...
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33:57
Kind, Not Just Nice: Building Human-Centered Leadership with Andrea Wanerstrand
When burnout sends you to the hospital (twice), you start asking bigger questions. Like: What kind of leader do I want to be—and how do I build workplaces that actually feel good to work in?This week on Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floo...
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Why Fair Workplaces Don’t Happen by Accident with Siri Chilazi
What if the key to workplace equality isn’t changing people—but changing systems?Erica sits down with Siri Chilazi, a senior researcher at the Women and Public Policy Program at Harv...
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From Couch Potato to Queen: The Science of Motivation (Even When You’re Burned Out)
Ever feel like ripping off your bra, crawling into your comfiest sweats, and disappearing into a bag of chips and low-effort Netflix? Same, friend. In this solo episode, Erica Rooney gets radically real about what it’s like to completely lose y...
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