{"podcast":{"title":"The Whole Truth: Leadership Stories with Sarah Perugia","slug":"the-whole-truth-leadership-stories-with-sarah-perugia-7098484","podcast_index_feed_id":7098484,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/leadership-stories-sarah-perugia/","website_url":"https://www.sarahperugia.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9d32afd0-1fc2-44b0-a34f-64ab15188d14/PqFTcvGnq9VNYCsHEy-C91BJ.png","author":"Sarah Perugia","episode_count":20,"summary":"Welcome to Leadership Stories with Sarah Perugia, where each week, the show dives into unscripted, candid conversations with female leaders who share their stories, learnings, and wisdom to empower and inspire others on their leadership journeys. This first series, Women on a Mission, highlights women in leadership who are dedicated to creating change within their organisations and beyond. Through the power of storytelling, this podcast reminds us of the strength we gain from hearing the real-life experiences of others – leaving you feeling energised and reassured you are not alone in the challenges you face. Hosted by Sarah Perugia, an expert women-in-leadership coach, whole-person leadership transformation specialist, and captivating speaker, this podcast will help you build confidence, empower you to take action and discover joy in your leadership journey. If you’re looking for inspiration, practical advice, and stories that resonate, this podcast is for you. www.sarahperugia.com","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-whole-truth-leadership-stories-with-sarah-perugia-7098484"},"episode":{"title":"#6 – Emma Carter – Authentic Leadership, Navigating Change, and Leading with Vulnerability","slug":"6-emma-carter-authentic-leadership-navigating-change-and-leading-with-vulnerability","published_at":"2025-05-14T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-whole-truth-leadership-stories-with-sarah-perugia-7098484/6-emma-carter-authentic-leadership-navigating-change-and-leading-with-vulnerability","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-whole-truth-leadership-stories-with-sarah-perugia-7098484","url":"https://www.sarahperugia.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/db1b2134-3ea6-47c8-bdb2-7906d5db6075.mp3","summary":"What does it take to lead thousands through change while staying true to who you are? Emma Carter is an inspiring senior HR leader who embodies authenticity and whole-person leadership. Currently Head of HR for the North Europe Cluster at Bayer, Emma leads a multicultural team across 13 countries, guiding over 4,000 employees through transformation and growth. With a career spanning top roles in both the automotive and life sciences industries, Emma’s approach is grounded in openness, integrity, and genuine connection, with a track record of leading by example, especially through times of organisational change. In this episode, we talk about: (04:15) From HR to life sciences transition (06:36) Owning your career path (10:26) Balancing work and motherhood (16:30) Reaffirming change with transparency (20:00) Experiencing job role changes (21:53) Leading with empathy (26:46) Embrace vulnerability at work (30:04) Workplace culture impacts confidence (31:42) Gaining confidence over time Emma’s candid reflections on owning your voice, supporting one another, and thriving through ambiguity make this conversation both relatable and transformative. Whether you’re managing change or looking to strengthen your leadership style, you’ll find not just wisdom but also actionable steps in Emma’s story. Tune in for a motivating dose on authentic leadership! About the host Sarah Perugia is an expert women-in-leadership coach and whole-person leadership transformation specialist, dedicated to empowering female leaders to thrive. 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