Female Founder Unplugged
Welcome to Female Founder Unplugged, the podcast for ambitious female entrepreneurs who are scaling businesses, leading teams, and navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship—all while trying to keep their sanity intact.
Hosted by Lindsay White, a people & culture strategist, leadership coach, speaker and best-selling author, this show dives deep into the unfiltered realities of growing and leading a successful business. We’re talking about the messy middle—hiring struggles, leadership challenges, burnout, and the moments no one posts about on Instagram.
Each episode features honest, no-BS conversations with powerhouse female founders who share their wins, their failures, and the hard-earned lessons they’ve learned along the way. If you’ve ever wondered how to scale without losing yourself in the process, how to build a high-performing team without the hiring headaches, or how to stay connected to your vision when the pressure is on—this is the show for you.
So, if you’re ready to unplug from the noise, the self-doubt, and the unrealistic highlight reels, hit subscribe and let’s get real about what it actually takes to grow and lead with confidence.
🎧 New episodes go live every Thursday! Subscribe now and let’s get unplugged.
Female Founder Unplugged
[S5, Ep27] I Hired a Team… So Why Am I Still Doing Everything?
Have you ever found yourself up at 10 pm rewriting things, fixing mistakes, or just doing it yourself… even though you’ve hired a team to help you?
If you’ve been wondering why your team isn’t stepping up, this episode of Female Founder Unplugged is your wake-up call. Because truthfully? Your team isn’t the issue. But how you’re leading them... that might be.
In this episode, I’m breaking down what over-functioning really looks like, why it’s costing you freedom, and how to lead with clarity, trust, and intention.
✨ Episode Highlights
- 🚨 The truth about the “dream team” myth — and what no one tells you about hiring
- 📌 What over-functioning actually looks like (hint: it’s not just being busy)
- 📊 Why measuring tasks isn’t the same as creating accountability
- 💡 The real reason your team isn’t taking ownership — and how to fix it
- 🛠️ The four shifts that will create a culture of autonomy and results
We’re unpacking what better systems and clearer expectations can do for you and your business.
And if you’re ready for personalized support (if you’re still carrying the load and the clipboard), it’s time to make a shift. In a Spark Session, we’ll map out:
- Where you’re over-functioning
- What needs to be delegated
- How to create clarity and accountability that sticks
Just one hour and one clear path forward.
Contact Cardinal Studios at:
cardinalstudio.co or mike@cardinalstudio.co
Our mission for Female Founder Unplugged is to impact 1000 female entrepreneurs every season, and we need your help to do that.
Please subscribe to the show, and share your favorite episodes with anyone you feel could benefit. We are growing a powerful community here, and everyone is welcome. Together, we can pave a path to giving more women a seat at the table, and providing opportunities for financial independence.