In my latest podcast episode, I spoke with Rebecca Engle—who at just 17 years old decided she wasn't going to wait for someone to invite her to the table. She was going to build her own. Her story offers powerful lessons for women in any professional field where we're expected to "wait our turn."
I spent years trying to prove I belonged—lifting 80-pound jackhammers, carrying concrete bags, working harder than necessary just to hear, “You belong here.” And still… they never said it. But here’s what I realized: When I rely on others for validation, I give away my power. Self-allyship means having your own back. It’s not about isolation. It’s about liberation.
If you've ever stayed quiet, taken on too much, or second-guessed your worth just to keep the peace—you are not alone. This episode is for you.
Lorra didn’t just take a seat in male-dominated industries—she claimed it. From union leader to CEO, she’s breaking barriers, setting boundaries, and proving that women belong at the table. Ready to take up space?