The Courage to Ask: Breaking the 5 Patterns That Keep Women (Leaders) Stuck

High-achieving women are often praised for being capable, collaborative, and resilient — yet many still avoid the very conversations that unlock their next level of leadership, influence, and opportunity. Despite their accomplishments, even accomplished leaders can feel stuck, undervalued, or hesitant to clearly ask for what they need in order to thrive.

In this dynamic micro-workshop, executive coach and founder of Own Your Worth®, Ashley Paré, reveals five common ways high-performing women unknowingly give their power away — subtle but powerful patterns that shape how we communicate, negotiate, and lead. From The “Say Yes” Myth to The Confidence Trap and beyond, these behaviors often masquerade as strengths while quietly limiting growth.

Through real-world examples and guided reflection, Ashley will help participants identify where these patterns show up in their own leadership. Together, we’ll explore why these tendencies lead women to avoid difficult conversations, minimize their asks, or overextend themselves — and what to do instead.

Participants will leave with:

• Greater self-awareness around their leadership patterns

• Language to articulate what’s happening beneath the surface

• Practical reframes to show up with more courage, clarity, and authority in high-stakes conversations

This session lays the foundation for deeper skill-building in the follow-up workshop, where participants will practice communication strategies and embodied tools to move from insight to action.