Bossed Up

On today’s episode, we’re continuing the conversation we started back on episode 134 with another fashionable guest, and focusing on some of the feedback I received, including: How do I begin to trim back when I have too many clothes and still nothing to wear? How do I dress to impress in a world that makes me feel less than because of my age, gender, race, size, etc.? And how do I go about doing...

In today’s episode, I’m revisiting one of my most popular past blog posts all about how to watch out for a truly toxic workplace. If these warning signs sound familiar to you, it may be time to start making your escape. Make sure you’re subscribed now because next Thursday I’ll share a complimentary episode with more details on how to find your way out. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding bl...

On today’s episode, I’m sharing a negotiation consultation I had with a boss who was preparing to negotiate between two job offers - with very different salary ranges. Listen now to learn how to deliver a winning counter-offer, like the one that helped this boss increase her initial starting salary offer by $28,000 a year! Related links: Join the Bossed Up Courage Community on FB Register for Boss...

Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post How to Land a Meeting with a Busy Person How I Learned to Manage My Inbox for Good How to Tap Your Network and Ask for Help Watch Iliza Shlesinger’s hilarious standup, Elder Millennial * 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. Se...

Navigating the transition from college to career isn’t easy. Hear how my little sister - a rising college senior - is taking time to get bossed up this summer with a little help from her big sis. Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp! Get 50% of the LifeTracker Planner today Save $30 off ClassPass by signing up here Get a copy of the Bossed Up Book Got a career conundrum you want me to cove...

Conferences provide such a powerful opportunity to expand your network, but the cost to enter can be prohibitive. In today’s episode, I’m sharing how to talk your way into (almost) any conference without breaking the bank. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post 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 b...

I was recently invited to speak at the Commonwealth Club, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum based in San Francisco. I shared the stage with Micheal C. Bush the CEO of a Great Place to Work and R. Paul Herman, the CEO and Founder of HIP Investor, to discuss why great places to work are great for everyone - bosses, employees, stakeholders, and society. Today’s episode includes a s...

When you’re feeling lost, stuck, or insecure, you might feel tempted to hunker down and put yourself in a career quarantine. Resist this totally-understandable instinct! That’s precisely the time to reach out and actively ask for the help you need. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to do it. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp in Chicag...

Everyone knows “work-life balance” is an impossible box to check, but today we’re diving head-first into the discussion with L'Oreal Thompson Payton. As a freelance writer, nonprofit professional, and married woman, she’s been juggling her work, love, and writing for nearly a decade and has lots to share with today’s caller. Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp! Check out L'Oreal's blog, L...

Today I’m excited to share all the cost-saving travel hacks I’ve learned in the process of planning our upcoming honeymoon. Got any tips you’d add? I want to hear from you! Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post with tons more resources Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp in Chicago July 27 & 28! Open your own Bonvoy Chase card here Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast...

Today’s listener question is all about navigating a not-so-smooth career change. Should she have patience and wait for the dust to settle? Or change again? Related Links: Join us at Bossed Up Bootcamp! Learn more about Chris’ work at Empowered Achievers Hear more about Kathy Caprino’s “Pendulum Effect” theory Ep 14 | Bored at Work? Grab a copy of the Bossed Up book! Got a career conundrum you want...

For today’s special 4th of July edition of the podcast, I’m sharing how I’ve been getting more involved in local activism this year - and how you can, too! Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post * Join the Bossed Up Courage Community 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...

There are lots of solutions out there for how to achieve work-life balance in your career, but one in particular that’s been seriously ignored in America: job-sharing. Can you imagine working only 3 days a week by splitting your role with a job-share partner? Melissa Nicholson can, because following nearly a decade of job-sharing herself, she started WorkMuse to help others do the same. Related Li...

Not knowing where you want to go next in career can leave you feeling stuck, anxious, and insecure. Here are a few tips on how to explore what you want from your career and take steps to move toward. Related Links: Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp Read today’s corresponding blog post Get your Bossed Up LifeTracker Planner here Join the Bossed Up Courage Community Read about Maggie's and Kerriann's ca...

I’m a fairly fashion-agnostic person. I’ve never liked shopping and would rather focus on the content of my character than the clothes I wear. But in anticipation of the Bossed Up Book Tour, I worked with a stylist who completely changed my relationship with clothes. I’ve never felt more confident and dressing like a boss has never felt so easy and quick. On today’s episode, meet my stylist, Hanna...

Are you prepared for your mid-year review? Here are a few quick tips to get what you want from your next review. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Ep 127 | How a Brag Book Can Help Land Your Next Job or Promotion Get your Bossed Up LifeTracker Planner here Join the Bossed Up Courage Community * Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podca...

Executive presence is important for your career success - but hold up - what the hell is it?! On today’s episode I’m demystifying this all-important adjective with career coach extraordinaire Ashley Stahl. If you’re ready to level up in work, but aren’t having much success in breaking through, this episode is for you. Related Links: Learn more about Ashley's work here Read about Ann Friedman’s Shi...

Today’s boss tip is brought to you by Bossed Up Trainer Team member, Lauren Piner. Learn how you can prioritize your self-care and boost your wellbeing - even when you think you don’t have the time! Related Links Read today’s corresponding blog post Join the Bossed Up Trainer Team Learn more about Lauren at Pawsitively Pooches **Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? **Call an...

I met Dr. Laurie Santos on a panel I hosted for the MA Conference on Women last December and knew I needed to share her brilliance with you on the pod! On today’s episode, we talk through some everyday strategies to boost your happiness in a lasting way - even though they feel totally counter-intuitive! If you’re into cognitive science, psychology, and happiness hacks, today’s episode is for you!...

Getting sleep on the go is no easy feat - but it’s essential to being able to do my job well. Over the past 2 years, as my travel schedule exponentially increased, I’ve mastered the art of catchin zzz’s on the go. Today’s episode is all about my favorite sleep-inducing tips and tricks. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Learn more about Bossed Up Bootcamp Join me on the Bossed Up...

Setting boundaries at work isn’t easy - especially when you want to make a good first impression. On today’s episode I sit down with career strategist Monica Fochtman to break down how to set boundaries the right way to avoid overwork regret and resentment. Related Links: Today’s corresponding blog post Learn more about Monica Fochtman Ep 05: Can I Ask for More? * Ep 120: Why Resilience Matters fo...

Today’s boss tip is brought to you by Bossed Up Trainer Team member (and my very favorite sister-in-law), Jessica Aries! Learn how keeping a brag book can help you land your next big job opportunity or promotion - and how to go about it the right way. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Join the Bossed Up Trainer Team Join me on the Bossed Up Book Tour now-June! Got a career conund...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Kristy Wallace, the CEO of Ellevate Network, to answer a listener #careerconundrum all about mastering management. If you’ve ever wondered what makes for a strong supervisor, today’s episode is for you! Related Links: Join me for my #BossedUpBook Tour event with Ellevate in NYC this week! Learn more about Ellevate Network Catch me on the #BossedUpBook Tour through...

It’s graduation season and I’m sharing the biggest lessons I’ve learned in my 10 years since college. Related Links: Read today’s corresponding blog post Join me on the Bossed Up Book Tour now through June! Grab your copy of the Bossed Up Book now Register for my upcoming webinar for recent grads Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-6...

It’s #BossedUpBook Publication Day, so today we’re hosting our own podcast version of a book club discussion all about it! Listen in to meet Katie, Lou, and Kate, members of the Bossed Up Book Street Team, who had early access to the book and have lots to share about it! Related links: Share-able graphics to celebrate publication day! Beam me into your next book club meeting Learn more about Bosse...