Sarah Holmes is an Account Supervisor at Viral Nation, where she manages major global accounts including Meta, working at the intersection of creator marketing, strategy, and client relationships. As one of the first alumni of The Unleash Program, Sarah has built a career rooted in strategic communication, relationship-building, and people leadership—stepping confidently into roles that didn’t even exist when she first started her career.

Her biggest growth catalyst? Learning how to advocate for herself, communicate her value, and use storytelling to build trust, credibility, and influence at work.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
→ How to advocate for yourself in corporate environments without losing authenticity
→ Why storytelling is a powerful (and strategic) skill for leadership, client work, and team-building
→ How to ask for promotions, support, and growth opportunities with confidence
→ The role of mentorship in career acceleration—and why you don’t have to do it alone
→ Practical lessons on managing burnout, setting boundaries, and leading by example

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CONNECT WITH SARAH HOLMES
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-holmes-b62442195/

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CONNECT WITH PRIYA

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💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyasam/
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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Welcome to Unleash Your Voice & introducing the client interview series
01:00 – Meet Sarah Holmes: Account Supervisor at Viral Nation
02:20 – What Sarah actually does day-to-day managing the Meta account
04:10 – Loving a career built around people and relationships
06:30 – Careers that didn’t exist 10 years ago
07:40 – The biggest turning point: moving from small agency to corporate
09:00 – Learning to advocate for yourself in corporate environments
10:30 – From shy to outspoken: choosing who you want to become
12:00 – Speaking up in interviews and evaluating company culture
14:00 – Why advocating for yourself builds trust, not tension
16:10 – Asking for help before burnout hits
18:00 – Planting the seeds for promotions and career growth
20:30 – Corporate vs. small teams: finding the right season for you
23:00 – Advice for early-career Sarah: working smarter, not harder
26:00 – Leading by example: boundaries, rest, and sustainable success
28:45 – How storytelling shows up in Sarah’s work every day
31:00 – Using stories to build trust with clients and teams
34:00 – Advocating for others through storytelling
36:30 – Why mentorship matters more than doing it alone
39:00 – Final advice for women navigating career pivots and growth
42:00 – Closing reflections and key takeaways

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