Bossed Up

In today’s episode I sit down with a changemaker who got her start before the world deemed her “ready.” But did she let that stop her? Of course not! Amber McReynolds is an elections advocate who put Colorado on the map when it comes to leading the country in voting access and modernization.  Today, we’re tackling the topic of ageism at work when it comes to being seen as “too young” as a woman es...

In today’s personal finance focused episode, I’m sharing the key learnings and huge savings we recently experienced through refinancing our mortgage.  Related links:  Read today’s corresponding blog post Ep 72 | LIVE podcast show: Women and Wealth Snag your own LifeTracker Planner here Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp here  Join Bossed Up’s Courage Community on Facebook Got a career conundrum you wan...

Today on the podcast, I’m geeking out as I chat with one of my new favorite authors, Florence Williams, who wrote a book all about the healing power of nature. If you find yourself stressed and in need of some rest and recovery this season, today’s episode is for you!  Related Links: Take our Community Survey here  Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp! Learn more about Florence here Grab a copy of Floren...

To me, this is the perfect time of year to curl up with a good book. That’s why I’m thrilled to share some exciting new book recommendations alongside my pal, Gina Warner, the Founder of the Badass Women’s Book club!  Looking for your next favorite book? Tune in to hear why these reads are currently on our shelves.  Related Links: Pre-order your 2020 LifeTracker Planner! Grab a copy of the Bossed...

Today’s episode is brought to you by Bossed Up Trainer, Certified Financial Education Instructor, and money coach for women, Maggie Germano. Here are her top tips on how to be financially responsible this holiday season. Related links:  Read today’s corresponding blog post Learn more about Maggie here Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp  Join Bossed Up’s Courage Community on Facebook Got a career conund...

We’ve talked about toxic workplaces before on this podcast, but rarely have we considered the lasting effects they can have on your career. Today I’m sitting down with licensed counselor Lindsey Foss to discuss how the trauma of a terrible job can stick with you, and how you can rewire your brain and body to recover. Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp Pre-order your 2020 LifeTracker Plan...

In today's podcast, I describe a few all-too-real examples of how I called out and called in people who I felt I had less power than, but felt compelled to speak up anyway. Related links:  Read today’s corresponding blog post Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp Franchesca Ramsey’s Well, That Escalated Quickly  Join Bossed Up’s Courage Community on Facebook Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on...

When it comes to living your purpose, we have a lot of questions: what is my purpose? How can my purpose yield a paycheck? And are all these questions completely privileged to even be asking?  Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp Pre-order your 2020 LifeTracker Planner! Ep 14: Bored at Work? Watch Deanna’s TEDx Talk here Get Deanna’s book, Purposeful Hustle Got a career conundrum you want...

End of year hiring is real. If you’ve found yourself at a new job or bumped up the ranks with a promotion, today’s boss tip is for you. Here’s how you can position yourself for long-term growth within your new environment, all while reassuring your new colleagues that they went with the right hire. Related links:  Read today’s corresponding blog post Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp  Join Bossed Up’s...

Anyone who’s ever worked in customer service or client-facing roles knows how exhausting it is to deliver “service with a smile.” In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with business advisor Liza Antony to discuss what emotional labor at work is all about, and how we can support ourselves and our teams who do the heavy emotional lifting. Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp Pre-order your 20...

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my biggest takeaway from Emily’s Nagoski’s book, Burnout: The Secret to Solving the Stress Cycle : how to rid your body and mind of harmful stress hormones. Related links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Get Emily Nagoski’s Burnout: The Secret to Solving the Stress Cycle Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp  Join Bossed Up’s Courage Community on Facebook Got a career...

Is it possible to pursue a creative career you love and move up into leadership? In today’s episode, I’m joined by creative entrepreneur Meg Keene, the boss behind A Practical Wedding . We’re answering a tough career conundrum from a listener who loves her creative role and also craves a sense of advancement.   Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp Learn more about the Progress Principle A...

Avoid information overload and focus instead on these three tips to best prepare for your next job interview.  Related links:  Read today’s corresponding blog post Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp How to Tell Your Story of Self COURSE: Pre-Game Your Career Change  Join Bossed Up’s Courage Community on Facebook Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Call and leave me a voicemail N...

Workplaces today feel more and more like they’re designed for robots. We’re constantly getting pinged with updates, running multiple programs at once, and it can feel like we might be set up for a major crash. Author Erica Keswin wants to change all that. She’s joining me on the podcast to share her biggest lessons learned about making our workplaces more human - and how you can start from the ins...

With fall around the corner, today’s boss tip is all about getting organized to set yourself up to finish out the year on a high note. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp Ep 154 | A Feminist Marriage: 1 Year In Ep 85 | How I Learned to Effectively Manage My Inbox For Good Ep 109 | How I Save on Everyday Fees & Charges Ep 88 | Building Wealth Through Re...

Today I’m thrilled to share a very special episode of the Bossed Up podcast with my pod pal for life and former co-host, Bridget Todd! Bridget and I break down a listener career conundrum all about the exhaustion of “staying strong” every day in a stressful work environment, and how to protect your authentic self in the face of it all. Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp Ep 76 | How to Ha...

It’s my birthday this week - woohoo! So in today’s episode, I’m sharing the psychology behind embracing birthdays as opportunities to begin anew. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

Today I’m breaking down a common question that I hear from lots of career transitioners: should you go back for another degree? Tune in to hear from higher ed professional (and current grad school student) Rachel Hanson. Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp Is Grad School Worth It? Book: Shop Class as Soul Craft Lead MN My experience with Modern Fertility Forbes: How to Calculate Your Coll...

In today’s episode I’m sharing how I went from being perpetually late to almost always arriving early. If I can change my habit on this front, so can you. Here’s how. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Get the Bossed Up Book Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677). Hosted by S...

#BradTheBoo and I recently celebrated our 1 year wedding anniversary, so to celebrate, we’re looking back on the lessons we’ve learned along the way and answering your questions about building a feminist marriage. Related Links: Talking Money with Your Partner by Maggie Germano Ep 72 | LIVE SHOW: Women & Wealth Ep 97 | Does Work Travel Make the Heart Grow Fonder? Ep 114 | Should You Follow Your Pa...

Today on the podcast I’m revisiting one of my most popular posts that I’m constantly referring folks to: how to have effective networking meetings. But today I want to discuss how this applies specifically to folks who are seeking out informational interviews as a part of their job search strategy - since it’s such a great one. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Ep 152: Resumes an...

On today’s episode we’re diving into a debate about cover letters: are they necessary in the modern job search? If so, how should they be used to compliment - not compete with - your resume? And speaking of resumes, job search expert Becky Bush of The Typical Twenty Something blog is here to share how to blast through the AI screeners that robotically read your resume to ensure you’re landing more...

In today’s episode, I’m answering a listener question about how to close a wage gap when you learn you’re being underpaid. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post How to Find Out If You’re Underpaid Check out the Money Circle Podcast Ready for a career transition? Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp. Ep 75 | When to Turn Down a Job Offer Ep 90 | Courage to Ask for More Ep 110 | Negotiating P...

Next Monday, August 26, is Women’s Equality Day in the US. So in today’s episode, I sit down with “professional feminist” and gender studies PhD Michelle Morket to take a look at how far we’ve come since August 26, 1920 when (some) women in the United States first won the right to vote, and assess how we’re measuring up. Related Links: Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp in DC or LA this fall! Learn mor...

If you heard last Thursday’s episode, you know how to identify the warning signs of a toxic workplace. So if that’s where you find yourself stuck, how can you escape? Tune in to today’s episode to learn 5 steps to take now to make your exit. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Ep 147 | Toxic Workplace Warning Signs Grab a copy of the Bossed Up Book Ready for a career transition? Jo...