I'm Done Apologizing

When you do something because you think someone else wants you to, or because you’re afraid of what others might say, you’re participating in “should-ing” behaviors. Join me as I address “should-ing” behaviors, and remind you that you’re amazing as you are!

If you’ve been feeling the weight of it all - whatever “it all” means in your world - know that you’re not alone. Women take on the burden of things both at home and at work. Tune in this week to feel like you’re not alone, as well as tips for how to navigate when you’re feeling the weight of it all.

Women struggle with relationships with other women. Competition, bullying, and fear of vulnerability are some causes for distances in relationships. Maybe this rings true for you. Join me this week as I explore benefits of building up other women, and how it benefits you, too! . . Resources: https://www.forbes.com/sites/shelleyzalis/2019/03/06/power-of-the-pack-women-who-support-women-are-more-suc...

Women fear difficult conversations because it may make things worse or upset someone. We tell ourselves lies to delay conversations, but it only makes things worse. Join me for more tips on how to tackle difficult conversations.

Ep. 49 - Networking Women shy away from networking because they believe it is self-serving and political. However, women who neglect networking could be limiting their career and leadership effectiveness. Join me as I share tips for networking that you can start today.

Professional jealousy can show up at a moment’s notice, thanks to social media, money, and/or attention. Join me this week as I unpack ways you can personally respond to professional jealousy, and how you can have a positive impact in your workplace environment. . . The Habits Workshop registration is LIVE! Only 10 spots are available and you don’t want to miss out! Register here: https://forms.gl...

Workplace-induced trauma can be a taboo topic, but let’s start talking about it. With toxic cultures moving to online environments, workplace-induced trauma can tighten mental health concerns, impact perceived safety at work, and change interactions with supervisors. Take a listen for tips on how to navigate workplace-induced trauma. Habits Workshop: https://forms.gle/MFYcR6rCCPcRwbWw5 Resources:...

In part two, I continue sharing about lessons learned over the course of my first year as a podcaster. It you need motivation to “do something that scares you,” tune in for more inspiration.

Wow! It’s hard to believe it’s been a full year since this podcast launched! Tune in to hear about some of the lessons learned in my first year as a podcaster.

Feminist can have an ugly label, when used wrong. That’s why women won’t always embrace the term. However, feminism is more than bra burning and man hating. Being a feminist is about fighting “until all women & minorities have the same rights as those with the most privilege & power.” Are you a feminist?

When you think of habits, do you think of the productive, good habits in your life, or do you think of the “bad”, unproductive habits in your day? Join me as I explore tips for ensuring you’re spending your day in a positive way. Resources: Book - “Coach Wooden One-on-One” Book - “How Women Rise” Free Goals Workbook - https://linktr.ee/MichelleSujka

You’ve heard the “self care” buzz words a lot. But are you practicing your own form of self care? Self care is self love! Join me this week to revisit why self care is important, as well as learn a few tips you may not have considered before.

Are you someone who sees mistakes as opportunities for growth, or someone who avoids failures at all costs? Join me this week as I discuss fixed and growth mindsets, and how to work towards a growth mindset. . . And if you’re looking to reach your goals in 2022, you won’t want to miss out on my FREE workshop! Register here: https://forms.gle/Gb2q22UYcF3gyB9T9 First workshop takes place Thursday, F...

As women, we spend little time asking for things we really want. From time off at work to time off at home, we aim to serve others first. In this week’s episode, explore all the non-financial ways we can negotiation to be better humans in this world. Motivation from the book “Ask For It: How Women Can Use the Power of Negotiation to Get What They Really Want”. And if you’re looking to reach your g...

There’s some belief that failing makes us failures, or that when we fail it means we’re not enough. Neither is true and in this week’s episode, I discuss failure through the lens of some of my favorite authors. You won’t want to miss my Marvel and sports references, either! And if you’re looking to reach your goals in 2022, you won’t want to miss out on my FREE workshop! Register here: https://for...

If “here we go again” is your first thought as this pandemic rears it’s ugly head again, you’ll want to tune in to this week’s episode, where I discuss identifying signs of struggle, and tips for continuing to thrive during a global pandemic. And if you’re looking to reach your goals in 2022, you won’t want to miss out on my FREE workshop! Register here: https://forms.gle/Gb2q22UYcF3gyB9T9 First w...

We hear the phrase “work-life balance” a lot, even more so in a pandemic. In this week’s episode, I’m challenging the idea of balance and talking about work-life negotiation. Join me as I share ways to re-think how you navigate your time between work and all the things outside of work that we call life.

Fear is “False Evidence Appearing Real”. Join me this week as I tackle the dreaded fear that everyone experiences, that can be a crippling part of holding us back when we should be moving forward. Content inspired by Dave Hollis’s book “Built Through Courage”. Goals Workshop Series FAQs - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rvpIJHo4yjvPAcGXHKUJULgb9llIexC-6zdCDWPmHJg/edit?usp=sharing Registration...

Take your time to do a year in review this December. Join me as I share ways to do this, things to include, and the importance of pausing to recap your year.

Maybe you’ve started thinking about setting goals for the new year, or maybe you’re waiting until after the holidays. Jump into this episode for some ideas that may be a new and refreshing way to set your goals for the year!

Gaslight is an excellent trailer to the Toxic Workplace episode for last week, as it is another avenue for power to rear it’s ugly head. Join me this week as I share 6 signs of a gaslighting relationships, as well as 5 steps for what to do if you’re being gaslighted at work. References to these links are made in the episode. https://www.betterup.com/blog/gaslighting-at-work https://www.careerconte...

Maybe you’ve worked in or are working in a toxic workplace… or maybe you’ve only seen them on TV. Join me this week as I share the top 10 signs of a toxic workplace, then provide tips for employees to navigate such a workplace and challenge leaders or influencers to make the change in their organization.

A listener asked to discuss boundaries recently, and the holidays seem like an appropriate time to dive in. Women tend to avoid setting boundaries out of guilt, FOMO, and wanting to belong. Using resources from realsimple.com and erinnestherapy.com, I explore reasons women struggle, when to set boundaries, and why they’re important.

Do you look at others and think “how do they do it all?” or “I wish I could do what is in my heart!”? This week’s episode will unpack how to re-establish priorities and help you reach your dreams!

We’ve seen it. We’ve done it. We’ve experienced it. Mansplaining happens around you on a daily basis. Join me this week as I share more about what mansplaining is, offer an example in a hilarious SNL skit, and share tips you can use starting today.