Best Jen Pestikas Podcasts (2025)

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Leveraging Talk Types to Maximize Personal and Professional Relationships with Amanda Kenderes 58:55

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I am so excited for my conversation with my guest, Amanda Kenderes. Amanda has discovered something entirely new about communication that I am pumped to share with you. It’s called Talk Types. What if the way we talk and who we are as people are intrinsically linked? If we understand our talk type and others, we can understand how to better communi…

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Breath, Sweat, and Reinvention: A Leader's inner Journey with Nicole Meline 52:08

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When we grow up, we think we have it all figured out, don’t we? We believe we should go to college, get a good job, find our perfect partner, be fit, have a good circle of friends, maybe have kids, etc. All before the age of 35. We have these insane expectations for ourselves and what our lives will be. And then, we learn. Maybe the job or career p…

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Release Your Corporate Baggage and Take Control of Your Career with Tamara McLemore 55:50

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Have you ever thought about the concept of baggage at work? I have a dear friend, Pam, that always tells me “Wherever you go, there you are.” If you don’t do the lessons, you bring everything with you from job to job or company to company. You bring your habits, patterns, and mental and emotional baggage. The question that my guest, Tamara McLemore…

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Drop Perfectionism and Embrace Delegation with the BIKE Method with Tonya Herb 1:05:29

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My guest today, Tonya Herb, is welcoming me and anyone else that struggles with this, to try a new way. What if we turned to others and delegated during stressful times, and really all the time? I know, monumental for perfectionists like me. What if we engaged in kindness towards ourselves? Tonya dives into her proprietary BIKE method and how she l…

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Feel Good Finance: Untangle Your Relationship with Money with Aja Evans 51:54

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Here’s a fact: For many years, I didn’t know that our money mindset has a direct relationship with how powerful we feel and how we move through our professional and personal lives. I didn’t get the connection, and I have been in financial services for over 25 years. After I dove into all things on leadership, self-improvement, and energetic managem…

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Be a Better Leader by Reading Fiction with Melanie Bell 39:21

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Where are my readers? Or what about aspiring readers? If you are a reader, this show is for you! When I was introduced to Melanie Bell and her work with Leaders Who Fiction, I knew she had to be on Brave Women at Work. I am a non-fiction reader and often struggle with getting into a fiction book. When I heard Melanie talk about the benefits of fict…

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The Power of Community, Truth Telling, and Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone with Robyn Malone 56:45

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“Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” —Martin Luther King Jr. If the term Brave Women at Work were in the dictionary, (why isn’t it? LOL), Robyn Malone would be part of the definition. I met Robyn through a dear friend and colleague, and we hit it off pretty quickly. As you will learn d…

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On Being a Sacred Changemaker in the Corporate World with Jayne Warrilow 1:03:56

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On Being a Sacred Changemaker in the Corporate World with Jayne Warrilow Summary: Welcome to the Brave Women at Work podcast. This is your host, Jen Pestikas. I’m so glad you’re here. Hello everyone! How are you doing out there? Happy Spring to everyone in the Northern Hemisphere! I am so happy that we are starting to have slightly warmer and longe…

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The Journey to Leadership: How You Can Lead from the Inside Out with Dana Maor 47:17

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When I was growing up in my career, I received my first management position because I was a hard worker and drove results as an individual competitor. As I have risen through the corporate ranks, no one told me that leadership is an inside job. I learned that through the school of hard knocks, many bouts of Imposter Syndrome, tough feedback, and mo…

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Be a Changemaker: Say What They Can’t Unhear with Tamsen Webster 1:07:39

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Well, I’m excited! I have a repeat guest on the podcast, Tamsen Webster. Tamsen was here the last time she wrote her first book, Find Your Red Thread, and today she is here to talk about her newest book, Say What they Can’t Unhear: The 9 Principles of Lasting Change. You know when everything is smooth sailing and you are enjoying an easy, breezy ri…

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The Unspeakable Pleasure of Entering Your Villain Era with Jenn Johnson 49:04

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At the end of my first podcast with guest, ER nurse and author, Jenn Johnson, I asked her what I ask all guests. “What are 1 to 2 ways women can be braver at work?” Jen proceeded to tell me, “Enter your villain era.” I stopped in my tracks. What did that mean? It means loving yourself enough to consider your needs. It means that you are drawing and…

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Episode: Golden Scars: Finding Strength and Growth Through Life’s Challenges with Emily Zarecki 1:09:34

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There is a book called Carry On, Warrior: The Power of Embracing Your Messy, Beautiful Life by Glennon Doyle. When I think about the concept of “carrying on, warrior,” I think of Emily Zarecki. As you will hear in today’s podcast, Emily is a warrior that has endured many trials and tribulations in her life. When I met Emily, I knew she would have a…

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Nursing your Intuition with Jenn Johnson 1:00:36

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*TRIGGER WARNING - This episode discusses traumatic death Welcome to the Brave Women at Work podcast. This is your host, Jen Pestikas. I’m so glad you’re here. Hello everyone! How are you doing out there? Let’s talk about a topic that’s not talked about often: using our intuition at work. When you make key decisions at work, do you exclusively use …

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9 tips to managing Shiny Object Syndrome 30:05

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Today, we are chatting about shiny objective syndrome and how it hurts us. So, what is shiny object syndrome? According to Google, Shiny object syndrome (SOS) is the tendency to be distracted by new ideas or opportunities, often at the expense of current tasks. It can affect people in many contexts, including business, personal development, and rel…

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Moving from #2 to #1 Mindset with Monique Helstrom 47:18

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Well, I have come full circle! In 2013, I started a leadership group for my corporate organization. My CEO requested that we center the first leadership group on the book, Start with Why, by Simon Sinek. And almost 12 years later, I am still obsessed with the book. The basic premise of Start with Why is that if a person or a company starts from the…

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Episode: Flourishing in Your Career with HEART Centered Planning with Jenn Smith 44:56

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I am so excited for my guest today, Jenn Smith. Jenn and I met in a very interesting way. Jenn was listening to the Brave Women at Work Podcast, especially the show with Heather Eck. This show was just rebroadcast as the best of 2024 episode on 12/26/2024. If you haven’t listened to that one, you must go back and check it out! Jenn was intrigued by…

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Episode: How the Sexual Wound Imprint Can Impact Our Professional Lives with Jaitara Jayde 54:59

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Over the years at Brave Women at Work, we have talked about our mindset, how we feel about our bodies, our family histories, and more and how these issues impact how we show up at work. Now, we are covering how our sexual past and potential wounds in this area can impact our ability to speak up, go for a promotion, believe we are worthy to get paid…

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Leadership Lessons: Learning to Leverage Your Feminine and Masculine Traits with Patty Altman 56:08

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My guest today - Patty Altman has over 30 years of corporate experience, and brings a wealth of knowledge, vulnerability, and fun to our conversation. Patty has an extensive work experience in the consumer and shopper insights field, starting her career in 1993 as a Sr Project Manager at NPD. Patty then worked at IRI as a Vice President, leading a …

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Using Storytelling to Deliver Powerful Communication with Andrea Sampson 57:25

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Please join me in welcoming Andrea Sampson to today's episode! Andrea is the mastermind behind Talk Boutique and the Thought Leader Academy, joins us to unravel the profound impact of storytelling in leadership. Learn how Andrea's extensive background in advertising and her passion for simplifying complex ideas through TEDx Toronto have equipped he…

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Somatic Breathwork with Nicole Smith Levay 1:02:27

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I cannot wait to discuss with you this week how Nicole has helped me change how I approach my day to day. So let's meet this transformational retreat leader and energy coach, Nicole Smith-Levay, returns to illuminate the power of somatics and breathwork in both professional and personal spheres. Together, we discuss the journey of reconnecting our …

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Claim Your Swagger with Jennifer Mrozek Sukalo 51:32

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On today's episode I am excited to have award-winning author and TEDx speaker Jennifer Mrozek-Sukalo redefine swagger, transforming it from its traditional association with arrogance to a beacon of self-confidence and authenticity. Her insights encourage us to let go of perfectionism and past mistakes, making room for vulnerability as a powerful le…

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Be Brave, Be You: Taking Bolder And Braver Action This 2025! 29:29

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Happy New Year! As we start 2025, I have two interesting topics to share with you during this solo episode. First, why should you consider a Word of the Year Practice? In the first portion of the show, I share how to find your word of the year and the benefits of doing this. Second, I reflect on the name of the podcast, Brave Women at Work, and the…

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Best Of Brave Women At Work - The Healing Power Of Color With Heather Eck 55:26

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Happy Holidays! Let me start by saying that I hope you have a wonderful holiday with your family and friends. As we end the year, I also wish you much love, health and happiness in the New Year. This week, I am replaying one of my favorite episodes from Brave Women at Work. This week, I would love for you to learn (or re-learn) about the power of c…

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Looking After Your Health And Wealth With Krisstina Wise 57:39

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As we get closer to the end of the year, we typically think about our New Year’s Resolutions. One resolution that ends up on many people’s lists is to get out of debt and save more money. What we don’t often talk about is the powerful connection between our wealth and our health. Like my guest today, Krissina Wise, we may take our health for grante…

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Upgrade Your Life And Career By Breaking Free From The Matrix With Susanne Goldstein 1:02:35

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Ok, I have a secret. When the Matrix movies first came out with Keanu Reeves, I went to the movies to see them. And you know what happened? I fell asleep. They were so exciting and full of new technology and film effects, but I could not stay awake. I guess I did “get” them. Well, my guest, Susanne Goldstein, not only gets them, but she also helps …

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Planned Break Strategies: Laura Nguyen On Redefining Work-Life Harmony 53:57

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What if stepping away from your career wasn’t a sign of failure but a powerful tool for growth? That’s the perspective Laura Nguyen brings to the table as she shares her journey of overcoming burnout through a planned break. Happy December! Can you believe that we are almost to the end of 2024? I cannot. Either way, I hope you have a wonderful end …

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Opening Our Hearts To Build Visions And Embrace Transformation With Alicia Zielinski Straub 54:44

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In the earlier stages of my podcast, I often found guests on LinkedIn. Then, I found podcasts through public relations firms and placement agencies. Now, I find them through other podcasters, former guests, friends, and colleagues in the personal development space. I am so excited about the evolution of the show and plan to continue to bring you po…

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Breaking Through And Moving Beyond Bias With Andie Kramer 54:54

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Have you ever heard the phrase, “If I had a nickel every time someone did (fill in the blank), I’d be rich?” My guest, Andie Kramer, might say, “If I had a nickel for every story of workplace bias against women, I’d be rich.” I feel incredibly fortunate to have Andie join me on Brave Women at Work to tackle such an important and timely topic. Refle…

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Embracing Ambition: Empowering Women To Lead Without Burning Out With Jenny Mitchell 55:58

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Well, I’ve just met another sister from another mister in Jenny Mitchell. The other funny thing is that I have another dear friend named Jenny Mitchell, so this is going to get confusing. True story! Jenny and I chat today about the concept of embracing our ambition and not stepping away or being afraid of it. Jenny and I had such a fun time during…

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Expert Strategies To Level Up Your Professional Game With Anne Shoemaker 57:01

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Happy November! It’s starting to get cold outside here in Chicago. And guess what? I love it! Yes, I’m one of those people that loves fall and even cooler temperatures. I feel like I come alive when everything begins to hibernate. Maybe my clocks are off. Or maybe that’s just me. Well, today, I have found another wonderful guest, Anne Shoemaker, wh…

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The Burnout Breakthrough: Your Journey To Serene Success With Hannah Tackett 45:21

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If you have been a longtime Brave Women at Work listener, you know that I have a soft spot for discussing burnout. If you are joining the podcast for the first time or just a few episodes here and there, I personally experienced burnout in 2019 and have faced some health issues as a result. I’ve said on the show and with my clients, that if I can h…

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Conscious Leadership: Leading With Purpose And Light With Jennifer Mulholland 54:00

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It’s been a season of transitions, with both endings and new beginnings. I’ve been fortunate to travel all over the world this year, including Greece, Croatia, Portugal, Ireland, and Aruba. After a period of constant movement, it feels good to know that I’ll be home for most of the time moving forward. The crazy travel is coming to an end, at least…

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Unlocking The Golden Path: Connecting With Yourself, Others, And Higher Purpose – Insights With Jennifer K. Hill 54:12

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“Connection is why we’re here. We are hardwired to connect with others; it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and without it, there is suffering.” – Brené Brown There have been times in my life when I believed the best way to handle a project or situation was to do it alone, like a lone wolf. Sometimes that approach works, but when it b…

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Dr. Ronicka Briscoe On Winning On The Road For Working Women 57:18

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Happy 200th Episode of Brave Women at Work! Can you believe it has been 200 episodes? I can’t! What began as part of my burnout healing journey has evolved into something that brings me immense joy. I want to thank you for being here, whether this is your first episode, you’ve listened to a few here and there, or you’ve been a longtime listener—I a…

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Try Something New And Watch How Your Life Unfolds In Wonderful Ways With Churni Bhattacharya 48:19

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I have a wonderful repeat guest today, Churni Bhattacharya. Churni and I can talk for hours, and every time I speak with her, I feel like I’m talking with an old friend. Churni has so much wisdom to share in today’s show and her prior appearance, episode 141, which launched on August 31st, 2023. You’ll definitely want to grab a notebook and listen …

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The Leadership Recipe For Success With Mylene Barizo 52:46

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Have you ever thought about leadership as a recipe? Imagine adding a dash of this or a pinch of that to create your own unique leadership style. What if you could learn the perfect leadership ingredients from the leaders you encounter throughout your career? I had never considered leadership in this way, but I love this delicious metaphor! My guest…

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Let's All Rise Together With Diana Patton 53:19

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Are you ready for a firecracker of a conversation with my sister from another mister, Diana Patton, my guest today on the podcast? Diana and I met during an online presentation I was giving for another women’s organization, PINKK, led by another Brave Women at Work podcast guest, Athena Golianis. Athena sure knows how to connect people! There was e…

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Finding Bravery At The Intersection Of Yes And No Amidst Loss With Bryn Freedman 1:01:32

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Sorry to start a show so heavy, but this is one of the most real, raw, and brave interviews I have held in almost 200 episodes of Brave Women at Work. As I will explain in today’s show, I met Bryn Freedman, my guest today, in a most interesting way. On an airplane. What would unfold after that has shocked and awed me. I would like to thank Bryn for…

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Life Insurance: Protecting What Matters Most With Danielle Burch 49:50

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Ok, let’s start with the elephant in the room. Why am I talking about life insurance on this show? You may think – BORING with a capital B or next podcast! I am asking you to open your mind and listen in. To be a brave woman at work and in your life, I am a firm believer you need to have a solid financial foundation and an understanding of your fin…

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Purpose-Driven Success: How Companies Can Transform The World With Carol Cone 57:21

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Have you ever thought about your purpose and what that means? What about the company you either work for or run? What is its purpose? According to the Oxford Dictionary, the definition of purpose is “the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.” My guest today, Carol Cone, has been called the purpose queen and un…

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The Busy Person's Guide To Balanced Health And Performance With Dr. Susan Lovelle 46:17

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As a Type-A overachiever and recovering perfectionist, I will come clean about something: I often override my body’s signals to get one more thing done. How does this look in real life? • It may be squeezing in another hour of work when I am tired and know I should go to bed. • It may be me being consistently late for appointments which causes my h…

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Achieving A Balanced Ego With Mags Bell 1:03:09

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It's a big day at Brave Women at Work! I am excited because I have my first Scottish guest and Australian resident, Mags Bell, joining me today. Besides having a beautiful accent and being a wonderful conversationalist, Mags brings the goods during our show. She is very knowledgeable on all things related to mindset and confidence, which are founda…

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Strengths Over Weaknesses: Demystifying The CliftonStrengths Assessment With Dr. Cheryl Lovell 51:16

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To be a strong leader and a brave woman at work, I am confident that we need to know what our strengths are and how to harness them. I don’t know about you, but for the longest time I thought I needed to shore up my weaknesses to be “right” for a particular role. On top of that, I was convinced I had to know everything about the role too, all the i…

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Unveiling The Leadership Waterline: Margie Olson On Building High-Performing Teams With Emotional Maturity 58:45

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Have you ever wondered if we can get better and more high-performing as leaders and teams with time? Like a fine wine? With the proper ingredients, support from our companies, and the work we do on ourselves, we can reach a new level of emotional maturity. With this emotional maturity, we don’t stand behind our egos as they lead. We stand with humi…

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Be Visible And Own Your Authority Without Being Called A B**ch With Dr. Alessandra Wall 53:28

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Have you ever been afraid to speak up at work for fear of being labeled bossy, pushy, or aggressive? I have, and for the longest time, I stayed quiet because of it. I was too busy criticizing my own thoughts and worrying about what others thought, rather than sharing my ideas, asking questions, or stating my opinions based on my education and exper…

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Surviving And Succeeding: Introverts In Extroverted Offices With Julianna Yau Yorgan 55:18

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According to a Harvard Business Review Study, 40% of executives and leaders are introverted. Korn Ferry completed a similar study, and in their study, they found that 40-50% of leaders are introverted. So, what does this mean? It means that it is important to talk about this because if you are an introverted employee or people leader at work, the c…

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Managing Perimenopause: The Working Women’s Guide With Georgie Kovacs 46:22

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Who knew that I would be so excited to talk about perimenopause and menopause today? The truth is, I have been searching for the right expert to chat with about this important topic. And Georgie Kovacs, my guest today, is exactly the right person to lead us through this. Why? Well, selfishly, I am in perimenopause, and I want to understand how to d…

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Finding Freedom In Your Personal And Professional Life 34:20

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For my U.S. listeners, Happy 4th of July! As we celebrate the holiday, it has me thinking about personal and professional freedom. And even better yet, it motivated me to do a solo show. It’s been a while! Hopefully, you will hear more solo shows from me going forward. Today’s show will focus on my top tips for freedom in five areas of your life: M…

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Empower Yourself, Empower Your Team: The Power Of Knowing Yourself As A Leader With Christy Pretzinger 54:09

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Since getting back from a season of heavy travel, I have been bombarded with to-dos and meetings. It’s like I’m being penalized for taking a vacation. Have you ever felt this way? I’m in a blizzard of activities this summer at work and with the kids, that I find I’m breathing a bit shallower and not paying attention to what I need to say yes and no…

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Discovering Brave Beginnings: Tracing Your Herstory With Dominique Luster 49:35

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So, I met today’s guest, Dominique Luster, at a Women’s Leadership Retreat in Lake Las Vegas earlier this year. I took Dominique’s workshop, Your Mother’s Mother’s Mother, which I found fascinating. The premise of the workshop was to learn how to start tracing the powerful lineage of the women in our family, so we can better understand our brave ro…