Melissa Franks
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Do I have to be friends with my co workers to get ahead? Should I take the promotion even if I hate the job? Is my salary big enough or am I getting screwed? Do I have to choose between having a family and having a career? I've been laid off now what do I do? I'm Melissa Franks, and I've spent the last 25 years building my corporate career and a family to along the way, there have been bumps and bruises and some epic going down in flames of glory moments. My journey up the corporate ladder found me forging new ground without a safety net. Through my real life stories, experiences, and special...
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Melissa Franks
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Nov 11, 2026
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Episodes
Last 90 Days - The Importance of Ownership 13.12.2023 42:26
Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/melissa_franks Work with me: www.melissafranks.com/offers Intentional Career Collective: https://intentional-career-collective.mn.co/plans/333177?bundle_token=b6dec68e1edf9b5de651e160c10d0f88&utm_source=manual Connect with Melissa: Watch the Episodes on Youtube Instagram: instagram.com/melissa_franks Schedule a call: melissafranks.com
Last 90 Days - Are You Comfortable? 06.12.2023 37:11
Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/melissa_franks Work with me: www.melissafranks.com/offers Intentional Career Collective: https://intentional-career-collective.mn.co/plans/333177?bundle_token=b6dec68e1edf9b5de651e160c10d0f88&utm_source=manual Connect with Melissa: Watch the Episodes on Youtube Instagram: instagram.com/melissa_franks Schedule a call: melissafranks.com
Last 90 Days - Let's Calibrate 29.11.2023 27:06
Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/melissa_franks Work with me: www.melissafranks.com/offers Intentional Career Collective: https://intentional-career-collective.mn.co/plans/333177?bundle_token=b6dec68e1edf9b5de651e160c10d0f88&utm_source=manual Connect with Melissa: Watch the Episodes on Youtube Instagram: instagram.com/melissa_franks Schedule a call: melissafranks.com
Last 90 Days - It's time to talk about Communication 22.11.2023 35:44
Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/melissa_franks Work with me: www.melissafranks.com/offers Intentional Career Collective: https://intentional-career-collective.mn.co/plans/333177?bundle_token=b6dec68e1edf9b5de651e160c10d0f88&utm_source=manual Connect with Melissa: Watch the Episodes on Youtube Instagram: instagram.com/melissa_franks Schedule a call: melissafranks.com
Last 90 Days - Are You Doubting Yourself? 15.11.2023 28:07
Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/melissa_franks Work with me: www.melissafranks.com/offers Intentional Career Collective: https://intentional-career-collective.mn.co/plans/333177?bundle_token=b6dec68e1edf9b5de651e160c10d0f88&utm_source=manual Connect with Melissa: Watch the Episodes on Youtube Instagram: instagram.com/melissa_franks Schedule a call: melissafranks.com
Last 90 Days - Boundaries and Values - They determine HOW you do EVERYTHING 08.11.2023 41:20
Connect with me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/melissa_franks Work with me: www.melissafranks.com/offers Intentional Career Collective: https://intentional-career-collective.mn.co/plans/333177?bundle_token=b6dec68e1edf9b5de651e160c10d0f88&utm_source=manual Connect with Melissa: Watch the Episodes on Youtube Instagram: instagram.com/melissa_franks Schedule a call: melissafranks.com
Last 90 Days - What Mayonaise and Results have in Common 01.11.2023 39:45
Consistency is a buzzword that often triggers people to tune out, it is a word that is often thrown around but not truly explained especially in the context of achieving your goals. In today’s episode, we are here to challenge that notion and explore why consistency is the key to success. Over the next 40 minutes, I dive into the challenging questions as we examine the evidence and industries tha...
Last 90 Days - The Power in the Pivot Point 25.10.2023 36:45
During the last 90 days, you may find yourself realizing you need to make a change whether in your corporate career or in your business. This is where the power of the pivot comes in. In today's episode, we're diving into the power of pivoting and how you can utilize it to keep you on the path to success. Over the next 40 minutes, we explore why many entrepreneurs are returning to the w...
Last 90 Days - Distracted Working and Living - How to Focus NOW! 18.10.2023 37:46
With the last 90 days of the year upon us, it's more important than ever to ditch the distractions and focus on our goals. In today’s episode, we are diving into the world of distracted working and living and how to master being laser focused. Over the next 37 minutes, I share personal stories and experiences that highlight the challenges of distractions and the importance of creating a clut...
Last 90 Days - Let's Talk About REST Baby 11.10.2023 34:29
We're challenging the narrative that success demands sacrificing everything – our health, relationships, and financial stability in today’s episode and diving into something we all need to prioritize, rest. During the last 90 days of 2023, we are taking a balanced approach, away from the hustle and grind mentality. Over the next 30 minutes, we explore the impact of social media on our percep...
3Q 2023 Wrap Up & Kick Off for Last 90 Days Challenge 04.10.2023 38:24
What went well? What didn’t work well? What did I learn? The three questions that I ask myself at the end of every quarter. Q3 is over and that means it is time for a recap and setting new goals to kick off Q4 and finish the year strong. Over the next 38 minutes, I dive into my process for evaluating the quarter and how you can use this information to build a plan for the next. I also chat about...
Your Beliefs are Getting in Your Way 27.09.2023 37:46
Have you ever realized that you've been limiting your own growth and success? As we head into a new season, it is a great time to look back and analyze the path that you have been on. Fall is often a time when people tend to slow down but I challenge you to use it as a time to get ahead, make those bold moves, and tackle your limiting beliefs. In this episode, we explore the concept of limit...
The Season I am in - Personal Branding 20.09.2023 40:04
We all have a personal brand and how we cultivate, build, and self-reflect affects how our brand is perceived personally and professionally. In today’s episode, we are diving into the importance of personal branding and continuously evolving and being aware of the impact you have. Over the next 40 minutes, I share my tips from over 15 years of personal brand building and maintaining a healthy net...
My Biggest Career Mistake - Building a Career by Accident 13.09.2023 40:17
Are you asking yourself if you even know where you want to go with your career? In today’s episode, I am sharing a personal revelation that made me re-evaluate my past career choices. I am talking about the biggest career mistake that I have made and kept making over and over for decades. Over the next 40 minutes, I dive into my past career philosophy of saying “yes, why not” and how that has ne...
Mental Health and the Workplace with Megan Kjolsing 06.09.2023 44:16
Today we welcome Megan Kjolsing to the show! Megan is a licenesd therapist and coach. Her mission is to help women ditch their inner people-pleaser to find their voice, passion, and self. She is passionate about advocating for mental health in the workplace which is the topic of today’s episode. During our conversation, Megan shares the importance of recognizing that people are at the heart of an...
Part 3 - What the F? Our Complicated Relationship with Failure 30.08.2023 43:50
Today’s episode is the last of our “What the F” series and is one we all tend to avoid like the plague, failure. Naturally, none of us want to fail at anything that we do and often emotions such as blame and shame are attached to our failures in the workplace. The Harvard Business Review did a study and found that only two to 5% of people’s failures are considered blameworthy vs the 70%-90% that a...
Part 2 - What the F? Kick Frustration to the Curb 23.08.2023 44:11
We are back with part two of our three part series, “What the F”? Today we are chatting all about frustration because no matter who you are, you experience some kind of frustration every single day. Some days you might be able to brush it off and others it feels like it is wrapped around you. Over the next 44 minutes, I dive into frustration and how it can present in your workplace as well as you...
Part 1 - What the F? Turn Fear into a Superpower 16.08.2023 41:31
Today’s episode marks the start of a three-part series titled “What the F”. The “F” we are focusing on this week is one we all know too well, Fear. Fear is something that you can not experience one day and the next you are paralyzed. It is also a mindset that is easy to get trapped in especially when it comes to your work. Over the next 40 minutes, I dive into what fear is and how it can present...
Working Vacation - My Formula for Doing Both 09.08.2023 36:26
We all know that trying to juggle work and personal items can be a struggle, add in vacation to the mix when the work doesn’t stop and you can feel your stress level skyrocket! In today’s episode, we are tackling the idea of a working vacation and I share my formula on how you can do both. Over the next 30 minutes, I discuss how to advocate for yourself to take vacation time and if you simply can...
What Business Professionals can Learn from Entrepreneurs 02.08.2023 42:48
It's no secret that entrepreneurs often start as solopreneurs and have to wear multiple hats, but what about professionals in corporate structures? This is an area that is often not talked about enough or even thought about in a professional environment. The truth is you can tap into the entrepreneurial side to grow your skillset and become a better, more diverse asset. During today’s episod...
Dark Drivers an Interview with Cynthia Corsetti 26.07.2023 44:18
Today, we are welcoming Cynthia Corsetti to the show! Cynthia is an executive coach, business owner, and author of a book that is coming out later this year called Dark Drivers. She is passionate about giving professionals and business owners the tools they need to leverage communication, build influence and make a bigger impact. Over the next 44 minutes, we dive into the importance of pre-orderi...
How You Know If You Are an Over Achiever or a High Performer and Why It Matters 19.07.2023 43:31
Raise your hand if you consider yourself an over achiever or high performer or have been called a workaholic. We hear about these two often in the workplace or even in the entrepreneurial world, and today we are focused on what the difference is between the two and how they are viewed in the corporate sphere. Over the next 40 minutes, I dive into what traits are associated with each of these two...
The Do's and Don'ts of Goal Setting at Midyear 12.07.2023 44:23
We are a little past the halfway mark of 2023 which is a great time to take a look at what goals you set, what you have achieved and what else you want to do. In today’s episode, we are focusing on setting midyear goals in a professional setting in a way that aligns with your personal values. During today’s conversation, I share practical and insightful tips on how you can set effective goals and...
Quarter In Review - 2nd Quarter How it Went, What I learned, What's Coming Next 05.07.2023 44:19
It’s that time again! The second quarter has come and gone which means it’s time for my quarterly review. Every quarter these reviews are always penciled into my calendar as I manage life as a mom, C-suite executive, and inside of a start-up so that I don’t lose sight of my goals. Over the next 40 minutes, I dive into my process when it comes to quarterly reviews, I recap how it went and what I l...
F*** Politeness - The Death of Feedback in the Corporate World 28.06.2023 44:47
Are you tired of zipping your lips? Not following your instincts? All for the sake of being polite and not wanting to step on anyone's toes, then today’s episode is especially for you. Being polite is defined as behaving in a way that is socially correct, the catch here is the word socially. Let’s dive into how politeness is not the same thing as kindness, especially in your workplace. Durin...
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