Own Your Work

Send a text Can you imagine leaving a high-flying Wall Street career to pursue your passion for wellness? Meet Anthony Franzese, a seasoned professional who took the leap, navigating the terrains of a drastic career transition and fatherhood. Anthony shares insights from his journey, shedding light on the advantages of taking career breaks, the significance of personal wellness, and the unexpected...

Send a text Ever wondered how to nail the 'work-life balance' equation? Our guest this week, Erin McVan, a successful learning and development consultant, leadership coach, and training facilitator, reveals how she transformed her life by stepping away from the corporate world and charting her path as an entrepreneur. We delve into her journey, walking through the intricate maze of learn...

Send a text What if you could revive the child in you and navigate life with contagious curiosity? What if the key to your success and happiness was not perfection but exploration? Join me on this ride of self-discovery as we dare to ask ourselves the big "what if" questions on the Own Your Work podcast. Get ready to shed the fear of making mistakes and embrace the thrill of learning, as...

Send a text What if the secret to a more fulfilling and energizing work life is already within you, simply waiting to be discovered? Let's embark on a transformative journey together as we uncover our unique gifts and strengths, or as I like to call them, our 'powers'. We'll discuss why these powers are often underestimated and how focusing on them can revolutionize your work l...

Send a text Ever felt like you were on a career path with no direction? Join me, Sonia Holmes, as I share my career journey and how I carved out my niche in human resources, thanks to determination and a clear vision. Listen to my story – from my early days in a management training program to my passion for training and development, and how it all led me to a unique role in human resources. I prom...

Send a text Ever wondered how celebrating your smallest victories could prime you for bigger successes or how consistency is the secret weapon you've been missing? In this episode, we take a moment to appreciate our progress, understanding that the journey to change is as noteworthy as the destination. We explore our evolution, marking the transformation, the highs and lows, and the importanc...

Send a text Are you ready to unlock the secret of contentment? Today, we delve into the subject of contentment in our professional lives. We all strive for satisfaction and happiness but often miss the mark. Let me share with you how the mantra of 'living in the present' and nurturing a sense of gratitude has reshaped my work-life experience. Clearing distractions and focusing on the tas...

Send a text Get ready to harness the hidden power in your voice! Through personal experiences and stories, not only mine, but also from my mentees and clients, we will journey together to discover how to utilize our voice to make an impact and achieve professional goals. Whether you're a self-proclaimed introvert or extrovert, or somewhere in between, this episode is designed just for you! Ev...

Send a text Ever feel like you can't catch your breath? That your to-do list is on a constant loop and peace of mind feels like a far-off dream? You're not alone. We're breaking down the cycle of overcommitment, over-promising, and overextension that feeds into the overwhelm you may experience. Through my personal journey of managing overwhelm, I'll guide you on transitioning f...

Send a text Ever found yourself hiding behind others’ thoughts, your true voice buried under a pile of curated ideas? That’s where I found myself as I began my podcast journey, and 'Playing Big' by Tara Moore was the flashlight that illuminated my path. This episode is an intimate examination of the book that inspired me to leap out of my comfort zone, a journey of self-revelation and em...

Send a text Ever feel like you're navigating through a fog of uncertainty, yet you're expected to carry on as normal? You're not alone. Join me as we explore how to find and protect your inner peace during such times. It's not about having all the answers, but about sharing strategies and learning from each other's wisdom. From my own journey, I'll disclose how I mana...

Send a text Ready to transform the chaos of daily life into a well-orchestrated symphony? Let me guide you on this rewarding journey of intentional planning using my DCDC method. As a mom of four, a professional, and a wife, I know firsthand the art of juggling different roles. I'll be sharing how I successfully manage my busy schedule and how you too can maximize your productivity by focusin...

Send a text Imagine a world where your failures are no longer seen as stumbling blocks but stepping stones to your success. Welcome to this enlightening episode of the Own New York Podcast, where we are taking the lid off the traditionally intimidating notions of success and failure. This thought-provoking session is all about shifting our perceptions and understanding that success is personal and...

Send a text Have you ever felt like your life is spiraling out of control? Like you're on a treadmill that just won't stop? Welcome to an enlightening chat with the phenomenal Coach Allie, a certified professional life and leadership coach who has mastered the art of drawing the line. She shares her wisdom on setting personal and professional boundaries, the power of saying no, and the i...

Send a text Do you ever find yourself achieving great results but struggling to articulate how you got there? Do you wish your success was consistently repeatable, not just for your own sake, but to guide and inspire your team? If this resonates with you, then buckle up for an enlightening journey as I take you through my personal process of mapping out results, and the steps I took to achieve the...

Send a text Do you often find yourself shying away from the spotlight, letting your accomplishments go unnoticed? I'm here to challenge that mindset and guide you towards the path of self-advocacy. It's time we break free from the discomfort of talking about ourselves and embrace the art of self-promotion. In the current era of remote work, the need to make your work visible is more vita...

Send a text Are you ready to unlock your full potential and redefine what work-life success means to you? I'm your host, Sonja Holmes, and in this thought-provoking episode, I guide you on a journey to discover your career vision. Drawing from my personal experience of using a workbook and mini-course to unearth my deepest "why" and chart a path to my "how", I share transf...

Send a text Tired of letting work consume you and searching for that ever-elusive work-life balance? Join me, Sonja Holmes, as I share my personal journey of detaching my identity from my career and embracing work-life presence instead. Together, we'll explore the significance of being present in the moment and how it can transform your work-life experience. In this episode, I'll reveal...

Send a text There came a point in my life where I realized that work had become my identity, and my entire self-worth was tied to being a high performer. This realization led me on a journey to heal my relationship with work, and in today's episode, I open up about this process and discuss the importance of understanding our value beyond job performance. Join me as I share how I learned to de...

Send a text Are you struggling to stay motivated and disciplined in your daily life? Discover the powerful relationship between motivation and discipline as we explore different schools of thought on self-motivation and why it's essential to cultivate a daily habit of motivation. Drawing from Zig Ziglar's famous quote and a recommended book by Brendon Burchard, we'll help you unders...

Send a text Ever wondered how to pursue your passions while juggling a full-time job, being a mom, and other life responsibilities? Friends, I'm Sonia Holmes, and in this special episode of the Own Your Work Podcast, I share my own journey and the essential mindset shifts that helped me make progress towards my goals, even with a busy schedule. Let go of perfection and embrace exploration - t...

Send a text Welcome to Episode 4 of the Own Your Work Podcast. In this episode we talk about the inner voice to chart your own unique path to success. There is a lot of advice available today with “proven formulas” to reach X goal. However, there is one thing that is very different in the equation and that’s you. That is why learning to hear your voice will help you chart your unique path to succe...

Send a text If you are ready to create your most aligned life then this episode is for you. Its start with a step that is often overlooked which is getting clear on your values for the season that you are in. I want to invite you to listen to this episode and reflect on your own values and live a life that is value-driven.  I created a journal to help you get started on uncovering your values. You...

Send a text Welcome to Episode 3 of the Own Your Work Podcast. In this episode I open up about some of the struggles I’ve had as a working mom. One of the questions I get a lot is “How do you do it all?” and the answer to that is that I don’t. It was at  a  time that I started to check in  with myself that I realized I could not do it all and I would continue to burn-out if I tried. Instead, I sta...

Send a text In this episode, I talk about shifting from a powerless mindset to an empowered mindset. I also share actionable steps to help you begin the shift. To help you put everything you learn in place, I created an Empowered Mindset Journal that can be downloaded for free at sonjaholmes.com/1. purpose of questions  https://www.sonjaholmes.com