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Erica Anderson Rooney: The “Sticky Floors” Holding Women Back | Influential Women Podcast
9 November 2026
We hear a lot about the glass ceilings that keep women from advancing. But what about the barriers we create for ourselves? Erica Anderson Rooney calls them "sticky floors." In this Influential Women Podcast conversation with host Jodie O'Brien, Erica explains how imposter syndrome, perfectionism, fear of judgment and limiting beliefs can prevent women from pursuing opportunities they're fully qualified for. Sometimes, those barriers show up as hesitation to apply for a promotion. Other times, it's accepting $20,000 less than you believe you deserve beca… Video by YouTube channel.