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Being a woman in the trades isn’t for the faint of heart.

It takes resilience, grit, and an unapologetic commitment to authenticity. In a standout episode of Catalyst for the Trades, host Jennifer Bagley welcomes Kathryn Elizabeth and Laura Kelly for a candid conversation about what it really means to lead as a woman in business—especially in industries where female leadership is still the exception, not the norm.

This isn’t your typical leadership talk. There’s no sugarcoating, no perfectionism, and no filters. Just real women sharing real insights from the trenches of entrepreneurship and executive leadership.

Why This Conversation Matters

If you've ever felt like you had to shrink to fit someone else's mold, this episode is for you.

Kathryn and Laura break down the internal and external battles that come with being a woman in business—especially when you choose to lead differently. They talk openly about identity, boundaries, burnout, growth, and the power of speaking truth, even when it’s uncomfortable.

They don’t just encourage women to break the rules. They show what it looks like to live beyond them.

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