The Woman Who Raised Her Hand | Leadership, Purpose & Women’s Golf

Most people wait until they’re ready. Greta Siedow raised her hand when she was 80% there, and ended up leading one of the largest women’s sporting events in the country. In this episode of RISE TO MORE, Greta — VP at Optum Rx and General Chair of the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine, shares what happens when you stop waiting for permission and start trusting what years of showing up quietly build. 1,300 volunteers. 50,000 fans. One championship. Decades in the making. But this conversation is not really about golf. It is about courage. About raising your hand before you feel fully ready. About opening doors for others because someone once opened one for you. In this episode, we talk about Why waiting until you feel “ready” may be holding you back The moment she raised her hand for a role nobody handed her Leading through influence instead of authority Building trust across 1,300 volunteers and one shared mission Why women supporting women changes careers Faith, pressure, purpose, and sustaining yourself through seasons of growth What it means to make sure all ships rise New episode is live now. Because sometimes the biggest moments in life begin with simply saying: I think I can do this. #podcast #leadership #womenssports #purpose #growth #womeninleadership #personaldevelopment #sportsbusiness #riseToMore #meaningfulwork ______ Jasna Burza is a war survivor turned global thought leader, bestselling author of Healer in Heels, and host of the Rise to More podcast. With over 15 years of experience guiding CEOs, founders, and changemakers, she brings a powerful blend of neuroscience, strategy, and resilience to every stage and screen. Recognized on CBS, NBC, and FOX, Jasna’s mission is clear: help high performers create success that actually feels good. Her videos are transformational—raw, honest, and packed with tools to cut through the noise, find clarity, and rise with purpose. If you’re ready to ditch burnout, reconnect with what matters, and lead with meaning—you’re in the right place.   / jasna.burza     / jasnaburza   Listen to Rise to More https://jasnaburza.substack.com/ Read Healer in Heels https://jasnaburza.com/