It’s right up there with “no offence, but…” Usually followed by something offensive, patronising or unnecessary. People think they’re being assertive or creating “healthy conflict”. They’re not.
As a coach specialising in burnout and leadership for women, I often talk about stress, resilience, and hormones. But today, I want to share something personal... why I still take progesterone, even though I’ve had a hysterectomy.
In a world where leadership has long been defined by traditionally masculine traits—assertiveness, competition, and dominance—it’s time for a paradigm shift.