Her Resources Podcast

Resilience is not about pushing harder, enduring more, or powering through. It’s about having a plan. In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis is joined by Marie-Hélène Pelletier, PhD, MBA, RPsych (she/her) — leadership psychologist, executive coach, TEDx speaker, and award-winning author of The Resilience Plan. Marie-Hélène challenges the idea that resilience is somethin...

Join host Linda Misegadis and special guest Claude Silver, the world’s first Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia and author of the powerful new book Be Yourself at Work: The Groundbreaking Power of Showing Up, Standing Out, and Leading from the Heart. Claude shares her journey—from calling herself an “underdog” to becoming a leading voice in human-centric leadership—and how her unique title grew fr...

Episode 58: Aligning Strategy, Systems, and Wellness for Sustainable Success with Chelan Vanno In this powerful episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Chelan Vanno, founder of CP Innovations Group and The Portal - Utica. Chelan shares her incredible journey from over 20 years in federal leadership—mastering operational excellence as a PMP and Lean Six Sigma Black...

In this inspiring episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis dives deep into what it truly takes to build a thriving, people-first workplace with guests Dean Matthews, CEO and founder, and Amanda Bethuy (pronounced Beeth-way), HR and Operations Manager at OnTheClock. OnTheClock is a time-tracking solution that has achieved the “holy grail of leadership”: a culture with near-zero tu...

In this inspiring episode of the Her Resources Podcast, host Linda Misegadis sits down with Cigdem Bildirici, a Senior Commercial Leader with deep expertise in scaling revenue and building international sales organizations across financial services, technology, and data analytics. Cigdem shares her journey into sales, the challenges women face in sales leadership, and her powerful approach to lead...

In this must-listen episode, we welcome Cathleen O'Sullivan, a leadership mentor, former high-level corporate leader, and host of the Legendary Leaders Podcast. After years of 16-hour days and relentless pressure, Cathleen hit what she calls "the corporate wall"—a burnout so severe she had to leave her role. She shares her deeply personal journey from high-functioning burnout—the stage where you s...

Episode 54: Gratitude & Goodbyes: Celebrating Our Journey & Future In a truly special episode, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel, along with producer Logan Misegadis, come together to celebrate the journey of the Her Resources Podcast as Cyndi makes the transition from co-host. This episode is a thank you letter to our community. We reflect on the show's founding vision—to be a resour...

Episode 53 – Building Connection Through “Anniversary Calls” with Tisha Deden In this powerful conversation, Linda and Cyndi welcome back Tisha Deden, VP of Human Resources at Globus Family of Brands, to discuss her latest initiative — Anniversary Calls. What started as a move away from exit interviews has grown into a structured, data-driven way to celebrate milestones, build trust, and strengthe...

In this inspiring episode, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel talk with Micheal Abebe , founder of 3AM Media , about the heart of mentorship and how authentic relationships can change lives. Micheal shares his journey from leading a diversity and inclusion nonprofit to mentoring others through life’s challenges — and how living simply, with purpose and empathy, can lead to deeper fulfillment....

In Episode 51 of the Her Resources Podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis & Cyndi Manuel welcome Shelie Gustafson, a powerhouse HR leader whose career has spanned industries, continents, and boardrooms. Shelie opens up about the evolving role of HR, the importance of clarity in purpose, and how HR professionals can balance influence, responsibility, and self-care. You’ll learn: Why HR’s purpose is to...

This episode is all about money — not just earning it, but using it to build the life you truly want. Hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel are joined by Alana D’Angelica, a former Morgan Stanley finance professional turned tech leader and now a financial coach for women. Alana shares how she overcame debt, navigated layoffs, and transformed her financial mindset to create a thriving coaching bus...

Episode 49 – Inside-Out Leadership with Margaret Andrews In this insightful conversation, we explore the concept of "Inside-Out Leadership" with Margaret Andrews, Harvard instructor, speaker, and author of Manage Yourself to Lead Others. Margaret walks us through her own journey of receiving tough feedback, the inner work that transformed her leadership approach, and the six powerful questions eve...

Welcome to the last episode in our special crossover series with Tai Cochran of HerPM! In this powerful conversation, Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel of the Her Resources Podcast sit down with Tai to discuss what it means to become an “accidental HR professional,” the role of emotional intelligence in leadership, and how HR and project management intersect to shape the future of work. From naviga...

Her Resources Podcast – Episode 47 This week, Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel welcome Tammala Garner, CEO of Virtually At Your Service, to explore how women leaders and founders can stop doing it all, avoid burnout, and create stronger support systems. Tammala shares her journey as a serial entrepreneur and offers practical tools for leaders: from identifying what tasks to delegate, to building a...

Episode 46 | Change Management Tools with Cyndi Manuel, CEO of The Delta Principle On this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, Co-Host Cyndi Manuel (CEO of The Delta Principle ) shares practical strategies for navigating organizational change. With decades of experience across healthcare, retail, manufacturing, nonprofits, and government, Cyndi offers implementable tools that help leaders and HR...

Episode 45 of the Her Resources Podcast features Joni D. Goodman, author of Rappel: Break Through to a Better You and Founder & Chief Breakthrough Officer of JDGAdvisors. Joni opens up about her personal journey from science to leadership coaching, managing anxiety, and creating meaningful breakthroughs. She explains her five-step Rappel framework (Reflect, Relate, Reason, Recognize, Rejoice)...

In this episode of the Her Resources Podcast, we continue our inspiring series with Tai Cochran of Her PM, diving into essential mindset shifts and strategies for women to thrive in leadership. We discuss breaking perfectionism, tracking your wins, intentional networking, staying grounded as a leader, and the best career advice that can propel your journey forward. Connect with Us: Podcast Website...

What if the most important people in your organization aren’t always in the spotlight? In this deeply reflective episode of the Her Resources Podcast, we speak with Hannah Erlsten, UX strategist and inclusive design advocate, about the concept of “The Invisible Glue.” These are the people—often women—who hold teams together, ensure others feel seen, and build systems of belonging without demanding...

This week on the Her Resources Podcast, we sit down with Charlotte Otter, author of We Need New Leaders, reputation coach, and communications executive turned leadership advocate. Charlotte shares why traditional leadership models no longer serve today’s diverse and dynamic workforce—and how reputation equity offers a better way forward for women leaders and changemakers. Together, we explore: [06...

On this episode of Her Resources Podcast, we spotlight LaToya Linzey, MSOL, whose mission to amplify voices through storytelling, mentorship, and public media is changing lives across Colorado. As a leader at Colorado Public Radio, LaToya offers insight into what inclusive, purpose-driven leadership looks like today—and how we can all support the work that supports us. 🎧 In this conversation, LaT...

Are you becoming the boss you actually want to be — and the one people want to work for? On this episode of Her Resources, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel sit down with renowned C-Suite coach and author Sabina Nawaz to unpack what really happens under the pressures of leadership. Sabina shares candid stories — including how she went from being the “best boss ever” to the “boss from hell” —...

This episode of the Her Resources Podcast continues our series with Tai Cochran of Her PM, digging deep into how Women Leaders can Lead Well and Live Well. Linda, Cyndi, and Tai share real experiences on managing stress, setting healthy boundaries, and aligning your life with purpose — so you can show up for your teams and yourself. It’s a must-listen for HR Leaders, Women Change Makers, and Young...

EP 38: Reflect, Recharge, Rewrite — Our 2025 Midyear Recap In this special anniversary episode, hosts Linda Misigadis and Cyndi Manuel celebrate one year of the Her Resources Podcast! Together they reflect on the stories, standout guests, and biggest takeaways shaping HR and working women today — from navigating AI disruption and authentic leadership to tackling burnout, belonging, and rewriting o...

Episode 37 – Redefining Working Motherhood with Priya Shah In this episode, Cyndi Manuel and Linda Misegadis sit down with returning guest Priya Shah, founder of Shah Squared , to explore the evolving reality of being a working mother and a business leader in today’s workplace. Priya shares her personal journey balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood while offering candid insights on setting bou...

In this powerful episode of the Her Resources Podcast, hosts Linda Misegadis and Cyndi Manuel sit down with Stacey Lewis, founder and CEO of HR Interrupted, to explore the evolving landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). ​ Stacey shares her expertise, historical insights, and actionable strategies for HR practitioners and organizations navigating DEI challenges in today's polarized en...