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How Women Get the Success They Deserve with Alison Fragale, PhD, Author of "Likable Badass"

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Ever wonder why your hard work isn't translating into the success you deserve? Allison Fragale, author of "Likable Badass," reveals the missing piece of the professional advancement puzzle that most women overlook.
While we've been taught to pursue power and control resources, Fragale introduces a game-changing perspective: status must come first. Unlike tangible power, status exists in other people's perceptions—it's how much they respect and value you. This critical currency determines whether others will grant you the resources and opportunities you've earned. As Fragale explains, "If you're trying to influence somebody who doesn't value you, you're sunk before you start."
The conversation explores how women often inadvertently sabotage their status through seemingly innocent behaviors. Self-deprecation, withholding accomplishments, and failure to strategically showcase expertise all chip away at how others perceive your value. Most surprising is the research showing that keeping achievements quiet doesn't make you appear humble—it actually damages relationships when people discover them later. "We think that when we keep good stuff to ourselves, people think we're humble," Fragale notes. "But the research shows it actually drives a wedge in relationships."
For those feeling undervalued in their current environment, Fragale offers practical hope. Status can be rebuilt over time, and leveraging allies—people who already respect you—can accelerate this process. She compares hoarding status to saving airline miles for a perfect trip that never materializes. Instead, she encourages viewing status as a renewable resource to be invested and spent strategically.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking to break through to the next level, this episode provides the framework and tactical approaches to ensure you receive the recognition and opportunities your capabilities deserve. Subscribe now and discover how balancing likability with badassery can transform your professional trajectory.

Drive, Ambition, Doing, Leading, Creating... all good until we forget about our own self-care. This Village of All-Stars pays it forward with transparency about misses and celebration in winning. We cover many topics and keep it 100. We are Proven Not Perfect™️
https://www.provennotperfect.com
Follow me on Instagram at: shontrapowell_provennotperfect

Follow me on Facebook at: Proven Not Perfect™️

Watch and listen on YouTube: Proven Not Perfect™️

Join the community for ideas and events at www.provennotperfect.com.
I'd love to hear what you think!

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Likable Badass (00:00:00)

2. Power vs. Status: Redefining Success (00:05:00)

3. Understanding and Building Your Status (00:10:36)

4. Mistakes Women Make with Status (00:18:00)

5. Strategic Use of Networks and Allies (00:27:35)

6. Self-Promotion Without Apology (00:37:25)

7. Mindset Shifts and Practical Tips (00:48:26)

8. Final Thoughts and Wrap-up (00:52:18)

71 episodes

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Ever wonder why your hard work isn't translating into the success you deserve? Allison Fragale, author of "Likable Badass," reveals the missing piece of the professional advancement puzzle that most women overlook.
While we've been taught to pursue power and control resources, Fragale introduces a game-changing perspective: status must come first. Unlike tangible power, status exists in other people's perceptions—it's how much they respect and value you. This critical currency determines whether others will grant you the resources and opportunities you've earned. As Fragale explains, "If you're trying to influence somebody who doesn't value you, you're sunk before you start."
The conversation explores how women often inadvertently sabotage their status through seemingly innocent behaviors. Self-deprecation, withholding accomplishments, and failure to strategically showcase expertise all chip away at how others perceive your value. Most surprising is the research showing that keeping achievements quiet doesn't make you appear humble—it actually damages relationships when people discover them later. "We think that when we keep good stuff to ourselves, people think we're humble," Fragale notes. "But the research shows it actually drives a wedge in relationships."
For those feeling undervalued in their current environment, Fragale offers practical hope. Status can be rebuilt over time, and leveraging allies—people who already respect you—can accelerate this process. She compares hoarding status to saving airline miles for a perfect trip that never materializes. Instead, she encourages viewing status as a renewable resource to be invested and spent strategically.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking to break through to the next level, this episode provides the framework and tactical approaches to ensure you receive the recognition and opportunities your capabilities deserve. Subscribe now and discover how balancing likability with badassery can transform your professional trajectory.

Drive, Ambition, Doing, Leading, Creating... all good until we forget about our own self-care. This Village of All-Stars pays it forward with transparency about misses and celebration in winning. We cover many topics and keep it 100. We are Proven Not Perfect™️
https://www.provennotperfect.com
Follow me on Instagram at: shontrapowell_provennotperfect

Follow me on Facebook at: Proven Not Perfect™️

Watch and listen on YouTube: Proven Not Perfect™️

Join the community for ideas and events at www.provennotperfect.com.
I'd love to hear what you think!

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction to Likable Badass (00:00:00)

2. Power vs. Status: Redefining Success (00:05:00)

3. Understanding and Building Your Status (00:10:36)

4. Mistakes Women Make with Status (00:18:00)

5. Strategic Use of Networks and Allies (00:27:35)

6. Self-Promotion Without Apology (00:37:25)

7. Mindset Shifts and Practical Tips (00:48:26)

8. Final Thoughts and Wrap-up (00:52:18)

71 episodes

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