Have A Seat...Conversations With Women In The Workplace

Send us Fan Mail " If I had a mission for this podcast, it was this: to hold space for the voices of women in the workplace — in all their messy, brilliant, powerful, still-evolving glory. And each of you helped me do that." After five incredible years, I share one final message in this heartfelt farewell episode of Have A Seat...Conversations with Women in the Workplace . With honesty,...

Send us Fan Mail “Think of your career as a mosaic, it’s not going to be this linear climb up the corporate ladder that it once was, you are going to have experiences that take you in one direction, that add color to your mosaic, and that’s OK. It doesn’t have to make sense right now and it also doesn’t need to make sense to anyone other than you.” How do we help the next generation of women thriv...

Send us Fan Mail “We all have different levels of fear and doubt about our capabilities, embrace that and lean into your past wins, lean into those moments when you were afraid, exhausted, weren’t sure and yet still managed to get through it; see the result, refer to that, and keep going.” In this episode of Have A Seat , I sit down with Velera Wilson—global speaker and author of You’re Absolutely...

Send us Fan Mail Angela:  "Those shifts [in work culture] allowed me to remain very career-driven and productive. If they hadn’t happened, I could’ve easily been part of the statistics of women who left the workforce because it was just too much." Huong:  "If a plant doesn’t thrive in the garden, we don’t blame the plant—we look at the environment. It’s the same in the workplace. We...

Send us Fan Mail What keeps me going is knowing how important this role is and how we can learn and grow in these roles but the key is to know who you are and see yourself. Know your work and know your worth. ~ Kathy Having a lack of confidence not only begins to play on your own psyche, self esteem and self worth, but it will begin to also show up in your money, in missed promotions, opportunitie...

Send us Fan Mail "You don’t have to be composed 100% of the time. You don’t have to be the steady one, the cheerful one, the “office therapist” every single day. You can be messy. You can be human. And you can still be amazing at your job." In this heartfelt solo episode, I get real about a part of the admin role we don’t talk about enough: emotional labor.  From holding space for overwh...

Send us Fan Mail “We’re not just welcoming someone to the team — we’re helping them feel like they actually belong there.” In this solo episode of Have a Seat , we're talking onboarding — but not from the new hire's perspective. Nope, this one’s for the admin professionals who actually make onboarding work.  From scheduling smarter 1:1s and dropping office culture cheat codes, to giving...

Send us Fan Mail "Sometimes it's not what you say, but how you say it that makes all the difference." Ever had one of those service experiences that just stuck with you? In this week’s mini episode of Have a Seat , I share a recent interaction with a rental car company that got me thinking about the power of perception—and how admin professionals are often the first impression, the...

Send us Fan Mail “It’s OK, you can thrive in your career and still desire a thriving relationship, one doesn’t have to come at the expense of another.” Can you really lead in your career and still have a life? This week’s guest, career success coach Sara Spencer , says absolutely yes — and she’s here to show us how.  In this energizing conversation, Sara shares her personal journey from burnout to...

Send us Fan Mail “Your job title didn’t give you your worth — that was all you.” This special mini-episode of Have a Seat is dedicated to the admin professionals who may not have a team to celebrate with this Admin Professionals Month.  Whether you're in between roles, navigating a layoff, or just in a quieter season of your career, this honest and heartfelt message is for you.  This is a rem...

Send us Fan Mail “Burnout isn’t a badge of honor. It’s a warning sign that something’s out of balance — and you don’t have to earn your exhaustion to be worthy.” Feeling stretched thin and running on fumes? You’re not alone. In this energizing episode of Have a Seat , I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Jen Harrison, a dissertation coach, mental health advocate, and fierce champion for women navigati...

Send us Fan Mail "Your EA isn’t just keeping your schedule running — they’re keeping your world in motion." This week on Have A Seat…Conversations With Women in the Workplace , I’m flipping the mic and speaking directly to the executives, managers, and teams lucky enough to work alongside an executive assistant.  In honor of Admin Professionals Month, we’re getting real about what it act...

Send us Fan Mail “It starts with a why; if you don’t have a reason why you want to make health changes and better lifestyle changes in your life, you’re always going to default to what’s comfortable.” Feeling like your energy’s on a permanent coffee break? You’re not alone—and today’s guest knows exactly how that feels. In this episode of Have a Seat , I’m joined by the vibrant and inspiring Adrie...

Send us Fan Mail "Every roller coaster has a peak and a plunge, but it’s the journey that makes the ride unforgettable." As we step into a new season, I’m opening up about some of life’s unexpected twists and turns—both personal and professional. In this episode, I share the bittersweet reality of navigating a return-to-office mandate at my current job, which has sparked an exciting (and...

Send us Fan Mail “The feminine way has nothing to do with competition, it’s very collaborative, it looks for answers that will serve everyone, that will be the highest good for everyone involved.” What if building a successful business wasn’t about hustling harder but about embracing your feminine power and intuition?  In this episode of Have A Seat, I sit down with Julie Foucht—Witchpreneur, Busi...

Send us Fan Mail " Supporting executives remotely isn’t about just keeping up—it’s about staying ahead. The more strategic we are with communication, priorities, and workflows, the more essential we become." Supporting executives remotely isn’t just about keeping up—it’s about staying ahead. In this episode, we’re diving into the strategies that make virtual executive support seamless, f...

Send us Fan Mail "Communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about talking effectively. It’s about making sure your message lands the way you intend it to, whether that’s with your exec, your team, or even yourself." Communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about being heard, understood, and making an impact. In this episode, I’m diving into the art of workplace communication, from k...

Send us Fan Mail “It’s important that whatever you do resonates with your spirit and resonates with who you are” In Loving Memory of Nadine King In this special in memoriam episode, I am honored to re-release my conversation with the incredible Nadine King—EA coach, author, pastor, and founder of Black Admin Magic. I had been a longtime admirer of Nadine’s work, and when we had the opportunity to...

Send us Fan Mail “When you think about your written communication, do you tend to be an over-informer or an under-informer; think about what your reader probably wants, and then meet in the middle a bit more.” Struggling to get your point across without rambling? In this episode of Have a Seat , I chat with Erin Lebacqz, founder of High-Value Writing, about how to ditch the word vomit and write wi...

Send us Fan Mail “Money is a tool and it’s very emotional and sometimes we have a lot of guilt and shame and all of these feelings around it; so women feel like they need to have their own sense of self around money before they can really understand how to use it.” Money talks—but are we, as women, truly part of the conversation?  In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Barb Provost and Maggie Nielse...

Send us Fan Mail "This is your moment to fix what isn’t working and find something better. You deserve to wake up on Monday mornings without the dread, to work in a space that aligns with your values, and to feel like you belong." Ever found yourself in a job that just doesn’t feel right? You’re not alone! In this episode, we’re tackling the uncomfortable but all-too-common experience of...

Send us Fan Mail "You’re not alone in this. So many women are navigating the same shifts, and we’re all figuring it out together." “Midlife collision” isn’t a crisis—it’s a wake-up call. In this episode of Have a Seat, we explore the unexpected crossroads many of us face in our careers, personal lives, and sense of identity.  Inspired by the idea that this stage of life is more about rec...

Send us Fan Mail “It takes a village of skill and understanding that ultimately builds a culture where everyone feels value, where everyone can create value, as opposed to tearing each other down to get ahead of the person in front of you.”  In this episode of Have a Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace , I’m joined by Julie Noonan, an executive coach and change strategist who’s flippi...

Send us Fan Mail “Consistency is key...and coffee. Lots of coffee.” Celebrate five incredible years of Have a Seat ! In this milestone episode, I reflect on the journey from day one to now, sharing lessons learned, year-to-date stats, and the power of consistency in content creation.  Whether you're a long-time listener or just tuning in, this episode is a heartfelt thank-you to the amazing c...

Send us Fan Mail "Everyone brings something valuable to the table. The key is knowing how to unlock it." Who’s Who at Work: Spotting 7 Personality Types for Better Teamwork is the topic for the minicast this week. Listen in as I explore the unique personality types we encounter in the workplace—from the organized Analyst to the big-thinking Creative.  By identifying and appreciating thes...