Why do so many accomplished Directors struggle to make the leap to VP? Wendy Sellers and Katy McFee explore how executive presence, influence, and perception often outweigh pure performance when it comes to senior-level promotions. This episode provides clear, actionable strategies to help ambitious leaders position themselves for the next level.
In this empowering episode, host Wendy Sellers sits down with Katy McFee, Executive Coach and Founder of Insights to Action, to unpack why moving from Director to VP isn’t just about performance, it’s about perception. They discuss the real barriers to advancement, particularly for high-performing women who find themselves stuck despite strong results. Katy shares practical insights on executive presence, visibility, and the subtle mistakes that can prevent talented professionals from being seen as truly VP-ready.
Katy McFee, Executive Coach & Founder, Insights to Action
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- Episode #503 :: Monday Mar 9, 2026 - From Director to VP: Shifting from High Performer to Strategic Leader
