Sometimes the moments that break us are the ones that reveal who we really are—and what we're meant to do. In this episode of The Potentialite Podcast, leadership coach Laura Weldy shares a deeply personal story about the job interview that didn't go as planned—and how the disappointing feedback she received became the spark for a major turning point in her career.

Laura dives into the contradictory messaging women often face in corporate environments, the frustration of feeling invisible despite high performance, and the dangerous trap of waiting to be "picked." She introduces the foundations of her Personal Power Code and Invisible to Irreplaceable frameworks—powerful tools designed to help high-achieving women stop being overlooked and start owning their presence.

If you've ever felt stuck between being "too much" and "not enough," this episode will show you how to reclaim your identity, advocate for your career goals, and build a personal brand that speaks for itself.

• How one job interview changed the way Laura viewed career advancement

• Why women are often trapped in a double bind when it comes to leadership perception

• How to stop playing by someone else's rules and start controlling your own narrative

• What it means to build a leadership brand that's rooted in who you actually are

• How the Personal Power Code and Invisible to Irreplaceable frameworks can help you get visible and stay visible

00:00 Introduction
00:05 The conversation that changed everything
02:13 Contradictory feedback and corporate jargon
04:08 The realization of a gendered double bind
05:37 Taking control of your career narrative
07:55 Empowering women to lead with authenticity
11:19 Introducing the Personal Power Code
11:44 Join the free masterclass
12:02 Reflective exercise: What would change if every room remembered you?

• Join the Free Masterclass: Invisible to Irreplaceable – Define your personal brand, boost your visibility, and show up with confidence: lauraweldy.com/freeclass

• Explore the Personal Power Code – Laura's framework to help women lead without losing themselves

• Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/laura-weldy

• Follow Laura on Instagram: instagram.com/lauraweldy

If you've ever been told you were too quiet, too confident, or just not "quite right" for a leadership role—this episode will help you shift the narrative. Visibility isn't about being louder—it's about being unforgettable.

Until next time, keep showing up and keep thriving.