What if being powerful didn’t mean being loud — but being intentional? In this episode of Her BOSS Brain, host Pallavi Jain, TEDx Speaker, former HR Leader at Harvard, and Leadership Coach, sits down with Alison Fragale, author of Likable Badass, to explore how women can build authentic authority without losing warmth, compassion, or themselves in the process.
Alison unpacks the science of reciprocity, the art of strategic self-presentation, and the confidence-building habits that help both introverts and leaders rise with quiet strength. From learning to accept compliments without self-deprecation to mastering the “out-of-office” storytelling strategy, this conversation is a roadmap for women ready to elevate their presence and lead with authenticity.
You’ll discover how small, conscious choices — observing your habits, reframing your self-talk, and setting intentional goals — can transform how others see you and how you see yourself. Because being a likable badass isn’t about changing who you are — it’s about choosing how you show up.
Learn more about Alison: www.alisonfragale.com/
Alison Bio: Alison Fragale
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