Her Resources Podcast

In this powerful episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Kisha Wynter, executive coach, author, speaker, and former Fortune 50 HR leader, for a conversation that challenges one of the most common pieces of advice women receive at work: “Just be more confident.” Kisha reframes the conversation by explaining why confidence alone is not enough. Women are showing up,...

In Episode 84 of the Her Resources Podcast, Linda Misegadis welcomes Stacey Lewis, Founder and CEO of HR Interrupted, for a direct and human-centered conversation about AI, HR leadership, reskilling, layoffs, employee responsibility, and the future of work. Together, they ask the question every organization should be wrestling with right now: as work changes, who is the future actually being desig...

In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, Linda welcomes Lily Zheng, FAIR strategist, consultant, and author of Fixing Fairness: 4 Tenets to Transform Diversity Backlash into Progress for All, for a timely conversation about what it really takes to build fairer workplaces. Lily challenges the idea that good intentions are enough and explains why many DEI efforts fail when they focus on optics,...

Why do we keep falling back into the same patterns, even when we know we want something different? In this episode of Her Resources, Linda sits down with Katherine Flechaus, LCSW and founder of Aligned Core Life Coaching, to talk about the deeper patterns behind overcommitting, overexplaining, people-pleasing, and struggling to set boundaries. Katherine introduces the idea of “safeguards,” pattern...

Have you ever said no, then immediately felt the need to explain yourself? In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, we’re unpacking the habit of over-explaining and what it reveals about boundaries, people-pleasing, and the pressure to be seen as helpful, reliable, and kind. We explore why so many women soften their no, how that can create confusion instead of clarity, and what it looks like...

If you’ve ever been the reliable one, the person everyone counts on, the one who always says yes, this episode is for you. In this solo episode, Linda explores what happens after you start changing the patterns that no longer serve you. Because growth is not just about finally saying no. It is about what comes next: the discomfort, the guilt, the pushback from other people, and the identity shift...

What happens when being the reliable one starts to feel more like a burden than a strength? In this solo episode of the Her Resources Podcast, Linda explores why saying no can feel so hard, especially for women who are used to being dependable, helpful, and always available. She shares practical reflections on boundaries, burnout, resentment, and the quiet tradeoffs that come with overcommitting....

What does “better” actually look like at work? After exploring burnout in Episode 1 and the role of AI in Episode 2, we close out The Human Workplace series by answering the most important question: how do we build workplaces where people can truly thrive? In this final conversation, Diane Weaver, COO of Baryons, joins us to break down what it really means for employees to “flourish”—and why that...

What if AI isn’t replacing the human element at work… but actually strengthening it? In Episode 2 of our 3-part series The Human Workplace, we continue the conversation with Diane Weaver, COO of Baryons, to explore a new perspective on AI—one that goes beyond efficiency and automation. Instead of asking “Will AI replace us?” we’re asking a different question: Can AI help us become better leaders,...

Burnout doesn’t always look like burnout. In many organizations, the work is getting done, deadlines are being met, and no one is raising their hand to say something is wrong… but beneath the surface, employees are overwhelmed, disengaged, and already thinking about leaving. In Episode 1 of our 3-part series The Human Workplace, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Diane Weaver, COO of Baryons, to...

This episode is personal—and it could save your life. In this powerful solo episode, Linda shares a deeply personal experience that completely shifted her perspective on health, prevention, and paying attention to your body. After her husband was diagnosed with melanoma, Linda finally went in for a skin check—expecting reassurance, but instead receiving a diagnosis of her own. Together, these expe...

If you’ve ever been “the reliable one” — the person everyone counts on, the one who steps in, fixes things, and keeps everything running — this episode is for you. In this solo episode, we’re unpacking the hidden cost of always being dependable. Because while reliability feels like a strength (and it is), it can quietly turn into pressure, burnout, and even stall your career growth. We dive into t...

Leadership today feels heavier than ever. In this episode of The Her Resources Podcast, Linda sits down with leadership consultant Sonia Byrne to explore what it really means to lead in a world defined by constant change, uncertainty, and rising expectations. From burnout and communication breakdowns to shifting workplace dynamics and the pressure to “do it all,” this conversation dives into the h...

If you’ve ever felt like you constantly have to prove yourself at work, in leadership, or even in your personal life… this episode is for you. So many high-performing women are stuck in a cycle of overworking, overthinking, and people-pleasing—trying to earn their seat at the table instead of owning it. In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Annie Mayfiel...

What if the space you live in is quietly influencing your ambition, energy, and success? In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Lisa Morton, holistic interior designer, feng shui master, and author of Aligned Home, to explore how your environment affects everything from focus and productivity to sleep and emotional well-being. Lisa shares how clutter can...

Earning money isn’t the same as building wealth. In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, Linda Misegadis sits down with Rebecca Irey, Founder of Blue Skye Financial, to explore how women can move from financial stress to strategic wealth-building. They discuss: Tax-free retirement and the “silent partner” problem Tax strategy vs tax preparation Leveraging money like wealthy families do Rebui...

What if the future of work isn’t just about AI — but about policy? In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, Linda Misegadis sits down with workforce strategist Lawrese Brown to explore how funding models, government oversight, compliance systems, and economic incentives shape opportunity for women and working families. They discuss: Apprenticeships and workforce pipelines Healthcare and educa...

February is Women’s Heart Health Month — and this conversation could truly save lives. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in the United States. Not breast cancer. Not something rare. Cardiovascular disease accounts for 1 in 3 deaths in women — and 90% of women have at least one risk factor. In this powerful and informative episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis is joined b...

If you're successful on paper… but exhausted in real life — this episode is for you. Burnout advice often sounds like: “Take a bubble bath.” “Light a candle.” “Just quit.” But what if you don’t want to quit your career? What if you worked hard to get here — and you want to stay? In Episode 67 of The Her Resources Podcast, host Linda welcomes Elisha Meek, corporate leader, author, and burnout recov...

What does it really cost to keep wearing the mask? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Dr. Natalie L. Hines to explore authenticity, identity, and the lifelong pressure to perform for approval — at work, in family roles, and in life. Dr. Hines shares her personal journey from pursuing paths that weren’t truly hers to finally shedding expectations ti...

How many meetings are on your calendar this week… just because they’ve always been there? In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda sits down with Rebecca Hinds, PhD, organizational behavior expert and author of Your Best Meeting Ever, to unpack why modern meetings feel so broken—and what leaders can do to fix them. Rebecca shares powerful insights from over a decade of research on...

What does it really mean to design benefits that actually support employees — not just look good on paper? In this episode of The Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis is joined by Jenilee Angeles-Pasco, an HR leader with over a decade of experience designing human-centered benefits in fast-growing companies. Together, they dive into the realities of working parenthood, burnout, flexibility,...

What does it really take to lead with confidence — especially in spaces that weren’t designed for women? In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Katelyn Montgomery, Founder of Worldgate LLC, for a powerful and honest conversation about leadership, confidence, and building a values-driven company culture that actually lives beyond the mission statement. Kat...

So many of us do everything we’re told will make us happy — build a career, achieve financial security, check all the boxes — and yet still feel restless, burned out, or quietly unfulfilled. In this powerful episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda welcomes Robin Singh, author of Happiness Happens: Happiness for Those Who Have Everything. Robin achieved financial independence at a young ag...

What happened to the DEI movement — and why does it matter now? In Episode 61 of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis is joined by Stacey Lewis, Founder & CEO of HR Interrupted, for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about leadership, equity, and the modern workplace. Stacey brings over 35 years of HR experience to the table as she breaks down: Why DEI didn’t start in 2020 — and wh...