Leaders in Conversation with Anni Townend · 2026-05-05 · 43 min
About this episode: Today's guest is Erin Rogers, Founder of ERA Collective, Executive Coach, and Leadership Development Partner. In our conversation Erin offers valuable insights into: Motherhood - How becoming a mother made her a better leader, grounded in what matters, more emotionally intelligent, and ultimately led to her pivot into coaching. The mentor who saw her before she saw herself - she shares the Pink Hair story and the lesson of not waiting for permission. Leading through crisis - what her daughter's cancer journey taught her about presence, priorities, and refusing to wait for 'someday.' The power of being seen, and of not hiding. Erin's leadership lessons: Make sure that you really see the people around you. Keep noticing. Name what you see in them. You might be the one who shifts everything. And don't wait - the window isn't guaranteed. Crisis Clarifies. You learn what actually matters - and you stop performing leadership and start living it. One moment of being seen can change everything. That's what psychological safety actually looks like. It's not a policy. It's a moment. Erin's three key encouragements to leaders: Stop waiting for permission.
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