3 Lessons in Confidence, Career Leaps & Betting on Yourself

Let’s be honest — the path to leadership isn’t always a straight line. But this week’s guest is living proof that grit, heart, and self-belief can take you farther than any roadmap ever could.

On this episode of The She Believed She Could Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Patricia DuChene — Chief Revenue Officer at Postal, global sales leader, and living example of what happens when you bet on yourself before anyone else does.

From growing up on a cattle ranch to leading international teams across four continents, Patricia’s journey is anything but ordinary — and her insights on emotional intelligence, risk-taking, and purpose-driven leadership are exactly what today’s ambitious woman needs to hear

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Patricia didn’t wait until she had it all figured out. From leaving a steady job to jumping into global leadership roles, she said “yes” to big opportunities — even when she felt unqualified. The result? A bold career built on courage, scrappiness, and figuring it out as she went.

Her advice: you don’t have to be ready. You just have to be willing.

“Confidence is the willingness to bet on yourself when no one else will.”

Success isn’t just about metrics — it’s about people. Patricia shares how emotional intelligence has shaped every stage of her leadership journey, from launching international offices to navigating maternity leave with empathy and strategy.

EQ, she says, is the not-so-secret ingredient that turns managers into true leaders.

From Dublin to Tokyo, Patricia has built high-performing sales teams on four continents. But her leadership isn’t rooted in playbooks — it’s grounded in people, purpose, and presence. Whether she’s building teams from scratch or scaling a startup, she leads with clarity, connection, and cultural sensitivity.

Her story reminds us that big visions don’t require perfect plans — they require brave action.

“You don’t need an MBA to lead globally — you need trust, grit, and a willingness to learn on the fly.”

“You have to find people who bet on you — and be the person who bets on yourself first.”

“Followers don’t pay the bills. Value and relationships do.”

• Learn more about Postal: www.postal.com

• Connect with Patricia on LinkedIn: Patricia DuChene

• Book Recs: Start With Why by Simon Sinek, Emotional Intelligence 2.0, Conscious Leadership by Sarah Hawley

🎧 Ready to be inspired to lead, grow, and go global on your own terms?

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