Bossed Up

How are you dealing with our nation’s constant onslaught of frightening news? Witnessing democracy itself under attack has me feeling despair more often than I’d like, and I know I’m not alone. To be honest, talking about job search strategies and leadership best practices feels a bit futile while our nation flirts with fascism.  So, on this episode, I’m taking a look at how we can continue to fun...

How do you push back against the “overqualified” label in interviews when you’re an experienced leader? The job search is daunting today, to say the least, and when you’re going in with a decade or more of experience, it can be a real confidence-killer, too.  Loren Greiff is the founder of PortfolioRocket. She directs her wealth of experience as a recruiter and advertiser to ending “career victimi...

What’s your biggest work challenge right now? If burnout, job security, or work/life balance are in your top three, you’re definitely not alone. The results of my recent Bossed Up Community Survey are in, and wow; I got so many impactful,thoughtful—and concerning—responses from all of you! Your experiences match up with the wider trends impacting women in the workplace that we’ve been hearing more...

What do you do when your career stops captivating you? These days, more and more of us are dragging ourselves through work rather than feeling energized by it. This leads to burnout, disengagement, and, often, an endless job search. My guest today literally wrote the book on a science-backed way to identify the work that naturally suits you and figure out how to shift your career—in a minor or a m...

Are you staying at your job because you love it or because you don’t believe there’s anything better out there right now? If you’re in the latter camp, you’re not alone. An unprecedented number of workers recently reported they’ll be staying at their jobs for the next six months, not due to overwhelming fulfillment but to the treacherous nature of the job market. In today’s episode, I break down t...

How can you leverage AI to help you choose, prepare for, and land your next great job? A lot of you are planning or in the thick of the job search right now, and with the ever-increasing AI involvement in company hiring practices, the landscape looks a lot different than even a few years ago. This conversation with Marlo Lyons, a career coach, author, and HR pro with 20 years of experience, is her...

How do you let your humanity shine in the job interview when your interviewer isn’t human? Employers have gone beyond tasking AI to scan for buzzwords in resumes and cover letters—agentic AI now conducts screening interviews, too! If video chatting with a black screen makes you nervous—or prompts outright panic—you aren’t alone. But if you implement the interview prep process I outline in this sho...

What kinds of changes are you seeing from Gen Z and Millennial leaders? Workforce demographics are shifting these days, as more and more Baby Boomers retire, opening up higher-level management and leadership positions that Millennials and Gen Zers are rushing to fill. This wave of next-gen leaders is bringing a tide of change, ditching old ideas of professionalism and proving that bold and authent...

When you’re hit with a daunting question in a meeting, how do you reply? In this common situation, it’s normal to panic or blurt out an uninformed answer just to have something to say. Today’s episode dives into the concept of bridging phrases, which can help you pivot professionally. Taking a beat and presenting an honest, if incomplete, response is always going to make you look more competent an...

Let’s explore identity and ambition through the lens of caregiving and career. I’ve talked a lot this year about settling into my “baby-making era,” working full-time while raising a toddler and an infant in this tumultuous time of trad wives and girl bosses. There’s a concerning disconnect between what women want and what society thinks of those desires. Joining me to talk about all this is Neha...

When inspiration slumps, how do you get it back? On those days (or weeks) where you just aren’t feeling it, you might find yourself considering a total life overhaul—I’ve been there. But before you hit send on that resignation letter, give these three simple, less extreme techniques a try. Tune in to learn how to bounce back when boredom or burnout strikes: Why literally stepping outside is key to...

How do you transition from team member to team leader without letting the pressure and power turn you into a bad boss? I interact so often with well-meaning new managers suddenly discovering how different it is to lead the team than to be a member of it. Luckily, we have the wisdom of executive coach and author Sabina Nawaz to turn to! Sabina wrote her new book, “You're The Boss: Become the Manage...

How do new parents balance limited paid leave and a newborn who has to spend weeks in intensive care? Becoming a NICU family is heart-wrenching enough, but having to weigh returning to work before your newborn has come home from the hospital makes this already-stressful time even harder. Today, I’m thrilled to share some good news about a new groundbreaking law that has  Colorado once again on the...

With the uncertain state of the economy right now, money is on most people’s minds. Now is the perfect time to explore why our finances are so much more than “just numbers,” and how intricately emotions and money intertwine. My guest, Aja Evans, is a financial therapist and the author of the new book, Feel Good Finance . After noticing how often people in therapy sessions breeze past their money s...

As a leader, how can you tackle disengagement on your team? Employee engagement is in crisis, and it’s costing more than just morale. According to Gallup, only 31% of the American workforce is engaged at work, while a staggering 17% are actively disengaged—cynical, vocal, and dragging others down with them. This unfortunate reality takes a toll on worker mental health, and also poses a full-blown...

What would happen if you stopped pursuing a career destination and focused instead on the best direction? Too often, we find ourselves checking the “right” boxes to get the best degree and climb the corporate ladder, only to find ourselves unfulfilled as we near the top. There’s something wrong with that picture. Megan Hellerer, the author of “Directional Living: A Transformational Guide to Fulfil...

What separates a good manager from a great leader—and why does it matter for your career? The important difference between these two mindsets is often overlooked, but recognizing and honing a leadership approach can help land you the promotion, raise, or amazing new job you deserve. In this episode, I share three key dimensions where making the shift from a management to a leadership mindset reall...

What can you or your organization do to make the workplace more inclusive for people with autism? Recently, RFK Jr., the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, attracted considerable criticism following his disparagingly blanket statements about people with autism. Many people in the autism community lead fulfilling lives full of love, joy, and productive work—despite the hapless and hopeles...

How could the SAVE Act send us tumbling back to the Suffragette era? This bill that’s pending review in the Senate could jeopardize voting access for up to 69 million American women. It would require all voters to prove citizenship with a passport or birth certificate in order to register to vote, which is a big problem for anyone who’s name has changed since birth—including through marriage—as we...

How do you deal with feelings of betrayal and resentment in the workplace? Chances are, you have experienced hurt feelings at work. The problem is, much of the corporate world revolves around the idea that the office and boardroom are no place for feelings. So, what do you do when emotional wounds begin to impact your ability to even carry out your job? Tara Mohr has thought long and hard about th...

How might public policy positively impact our drastically declining birth rate? President Trump has suggested that all new parents receive a one-time $5,000 payout in the hopes of encouraging people to have more children. You likely had some kind of strong reaction to this statement. Whether that was surprise at a Republican recommending a social support, concern about forcing people to have more...

Were the 1990s really the “girl power” era of women’s empowerment we remember? If you were “coming of age” or raising young girls 30 years ago, you probably remember the tumult of scantily clad celebs and brand-backed messaging ostensibly celebrating women’s empowerment. Sophie Gilbert, an author and The Atlantic staff writer, dives into just how empowering this period really was in her new book,...

How do you leverage your public sector experience to pivot into the private sector? More than 216,000 government employees were laid off last month. If you or someone you love was impacted, today’s episode is for you.  If you’re ready to shift into the private sector rather than dive back into public service, press play now. Trust me: the transition isn’t as daunting as it feels. Launch your job s...

What happens when your career becomes your whole identity? Passion for our careers can drive us to achieve great things. But a laser focus on the job can become the only thing in our lives, edging out the personal goals, hobbies, and relationships that make us well-rounded human beings.  My guest today, psychologist Dr. Janna Koretz, founded Azimuth Psychological to help individuals in high-pressu...

How do you manage the stress of looming layoffs? Last month, layoffs across the U.S. rose an astonishing 205% compared to March of last year, for a total of 275,240 job cuts.  Stats like these mean layoffs are top of mind for many people these days. You might be finding yourself in limbo right now, wondering if you’re next on the list to receive a pink slip. There’s no question that a concern like...