BragTalks

In this episode of BragTalks , Dr Miriam Zylberglait (also known as Dr Z),  shares how to work smarter. Dr Z is a physician, mental health advocate and published author. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura. Season 4 is all about health and wellness as it relates to your career advancement, and this episode highlights the importance or balance and boundaries as we strive for success...

In this episode of BragTalks , Dr Jennie Byrne shares how to work smarter. Jennie is a physician, executive and published author. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura. Season 4 is all about health and wellness as it relates to your career advancement, and this episode highlights the future work and how we can all thrive in hybrid work environments. As a brain and behavior expert, sh...

In this episode of BragTalks , Suzanne Monroe shares how to avoid and overcome burnout. Suzanne is a published author and podcast host. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura. Season 4 is all about health and wellness as it relates to your career advancement, and this episode highlights not only burnout, but also how to end your overwhelm, stress and tap into your purpose. Bonus mater...

Season 3 (episodes 14-20) is hosted by Heather VanCura, with two bonus episodes to learn more about your hosts. You asked, and we answered your requests, by sharing more about the BragTalks hosts. In episode 19 Theresa interviews Heather, and in episode 20, Heather interviews Theresa. Episode 20 is the last episode of Season 3.  Season 3 is all about mentoring in various formats and different...

In this episode of BragTalks , Heather VanCura interviews Theresa Nguyen about mentoring within a large organization. Mentoring has been the theme of this season and in this final episode of the season, Theresa shares a story of how she mentors others at Microsoft. Theresa is a co-host of Brag Talks and a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft. Please subscribe, share and review this podcast! This is...

In this episode of BragTalks, Theresa Nguyen interviews Heather VanCura, who shares her thoughts on mentoring, specifically around public speaking.  Heather is passionate about public speaking as a a powerful activity to increase your visibility and advance your career.  Find out how Heather came to embrace public speaking and turned it into her super power for good as we wrap up Season...

In this episode of BragTalks, Linda Lautenberg & Judy Schoenberg share how you can incorporate peer mentoring into your professional life. Linda and Judy are are the co-founders of EvolveMe , a career development company for women in midlife. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who also shares some of her mentoring experiences. Season 3 is all about mentoring, and this episode high...

In this episode of BragTalks, Liz Mohler shares how you can utilize mentoring in your relationships. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who met Liz through Chief , a private women's network, where Liz is her Core Group Facilitator. Season 3 is all about mentoring, and this episode highlights how mentoring in your relationships can help to advance your career.  Please subscribe, share...

In this episode of BragTalks, Lisa Askins shares how mentoring can maximize your visibility. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who met Lisa through attending PowerCamp workshop led by Lisa. Season 3 is all about mentoring, and this episode highlights how mentoring relationships can help to advance your career. This is Lisa's second time as a guest on BragTalks and Heather asked her to sha...

In this episode of BragTalks Mike Manoske, aka Coach Mike, shares his perspective on mentoring as it relates to Executive Coaching around career success. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who serendipitously met Mike through an executive mentor circle that she participates in. Season 3 is all about mentoring, and this episode provides a perspective on mentorship, coaching, learning and mo...

In this episode of BragTalks, Michelle Ferguson shares her learnings and stories about women mentoring other women. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who met Michelle through Chief,  a private network built to drive more women into positions of power and keep them there. Season 3 is all about mentoring, and this episode kicks off the season with a focus on women. This isn't just a on...

Season 2 (episodes 7-13) is hosted by Heather VanCura.  These episodes are all about transitions and pivots.  Hear the career stories of these amazing women as they transition and pivot their career, lives and destinies.  

In this episode of BragTalks, Anne Ryan shares how she transitioned from tech hiring manager to a career coach and resume expert. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who met Anne through a mutual poker player and former BragTalks Podcast guest. Season 2 is all about transitions and pivots, and this podcast is a prime example that will also give you tips for your own career search adventure!...

In this episode of BragTalks, Hania Guiagoussou shares how she followed her passion for technology to Columbia University and teaching girls to code. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who met Hania when she attended an International Day of the Girl event at Oracle. Season 2 is all about transitions and pivots, and this podcast is full of them! This isn't just a one way conversation either...

In this episode of BragTalks , Jennifer Reif shares how she got her first job in tech and successfully presented at several technology conferences. This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who met Jennifer through speaking and attending several of the same conferences as Jennifer. Season 2 is all about transitions and pivots, and this podcast is full of them!  This isn't just a one way conv...

In this episode of BragTalks , Lisa Mae Brunson shares how she transformed and pivoted her life and business with her amazing team at Wonder Women Tech (WWT). This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who met Lisa Mae through speaking and attending several iterations of the WWT Summits. Season 2 is all about transitions and pivots, and Lisa Mae shares how the team worked with their partners and c...

In this episode of BragTalks , Ellen Leikind shares how she successfully transitioned from corporate life to entrepreneurship using poker strategy to launch her business, Poker Diva.  This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who is a fellow Chief member with Ellen. Season 2 is all about transitions and pivots. A senior marketing executive who launched over a billion dollars in health and be...

In this episode of BragTalks , Amy Conway-Hatcher shares how she successfully transitioned from big corporate lay to become an Advocate and published Author.  This episode is hosted by Heather VanCura, who is a fellow Chief member with Amy. Season 2 is all about transitions and pivots. Amy shares her brave journey and transition story, as well as some key insights from her book, " Infinitely...

In this episode of BragTalks , Gabriela Marin shares how she successfully founded her first company.  Season 2 is all about transitions and pivots.  Gabriela shares her inspiration and journey for founding her company. Learn how you can find your passion and purpose in unexpected ways through her experiences.  Please subscribe, share and review this podcast! This isn't just a one wa...

In this episode of BragTalks , Chauncey Zalkin shares how she became a brand storyteller. As a narrative brand storyteller, Chauncey takes you through her greatest hits and also how she overcame obstacles along the way. She shares her passion for storytelling, creating narratives and strong thought leadership. She also gives us some insights into her secret fiction writing life.  Learn how yo...

In this episode of BragTalks , Lisa Askins shares how she considers being wrong her super power and why you should too. As an Executive Coach, Lisa works with technology leaders to strengthen their communication skills and strategize their careers. For more about Lisa, check out www.lisaaskins.com . Please subscribe, share and review this podcast! This isn't just a one way conversation either. Sha...

In this episode of BragTalks , Yolande Poirier, shares the story of how she became a social media guru and how you can grow YOUR personal brand through social media. Yolande shares how to position yourself and grow your audience through your personal brand.  Learn from her experience working with the worldwide Java developer community at both large corporations and startups. Yolande empowers...

In this episode of BragTalks , Liz H Kelly, shares the story of how she became an award winning author and how you can get YOUR story recognized. Liz shares that it is always the story behind the story that gets the press interested.  Learn from her experience launching her own public relations agency how you can position and pitch your career or business story to the world and win 'Earned Me...

In this episode of BragTalks , Theresa Nguyen, shares how she gets out of her comfort zone. Doing new things and learning new skills is one of the best things we can do for our minds and bodies. Theresa shares a story of how a challenging rock climbing trip helped her to grow her career and her confidence. Theresa is a co-host of Brag Talks and a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft. Please subscri...

In the episode of BragTalks , John Bates shares how he found his why:  I bring out what is awesome inside you so that you can have the impact you want to have in the world! John is the CEO and founder of Executive Speaking Success : https://executivespeakingsuccess.com/mini-trainings/ Event Listing : https://lu.ma/johnbates You can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbates/...