Angel Lou
Pray Your Way Up
(Previously Work Your Way Up) is a podcast for people navigating work, leadership, and business while wrestling with deeper questions about purpose and meaning. Hosted by Angel Lou, the show explores real workplace and entrepreneurial challenges through the lens of Jesus’ teachings as practical wisdom for everyday decisions. Conversations are honest, reflective, and grounded, creating space for those curious about faith without pressure or pretence.
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Episodes
#35 - Why do we feel uninspired 06.02.2026 17:55
When we first land the job or start the business, we’re filled with gratitude and excitement. Everything feels like a blessing. But as challenges emerge, inspiration fades. What once felt like an answered prayer slowly becomes a burden. In this episode, we unpack how losing inspiration leads to procrastination—and how procrastination can quietly turn into abandoning good stewardship. This isn’t ju...
#34 - Mindset shifts for the new year 09.01.2026 27:07
I'm sharing five mindset shifts that you may want to embrace this new year as we strive for a more purposeful life - shutting out the noise of this world and focusing instead on God's plans for us.
#33 - The BIG Question to end the year 26.12.2025 32:32
Many will end 2025 heartbroken. Others with crushed dreams. Some are in the midst of grief. And when pain is this close, it can quietly cloud our hearts, making gratitude feel distant or even impossible. But there is something sacred about pain. When we look deeper, it reveals not only who we are, but why we exist.
#32 - Sacrifice as a strategic trade off 28.03.2025 26:16
In this episode of Work Your Way Up , I’m talking about something that doesn’t get enough airtime: sacrifice as a strategic trade-off . As we grow in our careers and businesses, we’re often faced with decisions that require giving something up—and the key is knowing which sacrifices are actually worth it. If you’re in a season of weighing decisions or feeling the pressure of what growth is demandi...
#31 - Freedom in routine 06.03.2025 26:21
Does routine feel like the opposite of freedom? I used to think so—until I realized that structure is the key to unlocking true flexibility. In this episode, I dive into how intentional routines help you stay on top of your goals, reduce stress, and make space for creativity and joy. From productivity hacks to mindful scheduling, discover how small, consistent habits can create the life of freedom...
#30 - Decoding body language 12.02.2025 31:10
Ever wished you could read minds ? While that’s impossible, decoding body language is the next best thing! In this episode, we dive deep into nonverbal cues, microexpressions, and human intuition to help you become more perceptive in relationships, business, and leadership. 🚀 👉 Learn how to hone your intuition and spot hidden emotions with real-life techniques!
#29 - Overcome the fear of starting a business 29.01.2025 18:03
If you've been wanting to start your own business but are paralyzed by the fear of failure, this episode is for you. I dive into why your fears are valid and share my personal stories of business failures and triumphs. I'll give you my top 5 unconventional tips that helped me manage my fears and successfully launch my own business. Remember, the antidote to fear is knowledge. Let's dive in and con...
#28 - From Challenges to Clarity: The Power of Self-Debriefing 15.01.2025 9:53
In this episode of Work Your Way Up, I'll introduce the concept of self-debriefing—a personal reflection tool to increase self-awareness and understanding after difficult experiences. I'll share five key questions to help you unpack your emotions and learn valuable lessons. I hope that this method will empower you to better navigate challenging experiences in the new year.
#27 - Master making swift, rational decisions 26.07.2024 12:50
You may have heard a million times the line "just sleep on it", especially when you're making a big decision. However, time can be a luxury during a crunch point. There are moments when you wish you could buy more time but you just can't. How then can one make swift rational decisions during a crunch point? In a hurry? Jump to any of the chapters below: (00:00-00:52) - Intro (01:...
#26 - Employment benefits better than $$ 19.07.2024 11:28
After staying in the same company for a decade, I realise there are many employment benefits one must aim for that are better than money, especially when we talk about the long-term game. But not many realize this because they view their career as a sprint where we get from point A to point B the fastest way possible but it's not. Our career is a marathon, it's a 30ish-year marathon that needs to...
#25 - Why quiet quitting is a disservice to yourself 03.07.2024 10:32
It takes so much courage to walk away from things that no longer serve you but it's much better than settling for something that doesn't. Quiet quitting does not hurt big companies in the long run, but it could hurt you. Help me grow this podcast by sharing this episode on social media. Instagram: @workyourway_up
#24 - How being nice hinders career growth 19.06.2024 11:51
There is a fine line between extending kindness to colleagues and pleasing people. If we're not careful, we might say yes to too many people who need help at the expense of our well-being and career growth. Help me grow this podcast by sharing this episode on social media. Instagram: @workyourway_up
#23 - How to anticipate burnout 24.04.2024 19:53
In the midst of the hustle culture of today, be someone who anticipates burnout… ..who values quality time over the rush and connections over qualifications. Although we can never be completely free from any form of stress, we can deal with stress head on. Help me grow this podcast by sharing this episode on social media. Instagram: @workyourway_up
#22 - Why companies reward value not loyalty 17.04.2024 18:50
Doing more of what you are already doing may make you productive but can it really help you increase your value in the long run? This is a deep dive discussion on why companies reward value not loyalty. Help me grow this podcast by sharing this episode on social media. Instagram: @workyourway_up
#21 - Why do I have to care about work social events? 10.04.2024 20:00
The hard truth is that people love a healthy workplace culture but not many would like to make an effort to cultivate one. I’ve shared some deeper reasons why social work events are important and why we need to start investing in it. Help me grow this podcast by sharing this episode on social media. Instagram: @workyourway_up
#20 - How to lead people more senior than me 03.04.2024 15:28
Managing team members who are much older or much more experienced than you can be a daunting task. But I've listed down 5 actionable items you can do navigate through this dilemma. If you found this valuable, please share this podcast with friends and colleagues so I can continue making high-value episodes like this one. Follow me on social @workyourway_up
#19 - Reputation is a currency 27.03.2024 16:11
How others see you could either widen or narrow your opportunities. Are you difficult to work with or do you make things easy? Do you bring positive energy to collaborations or are you too critical? In this episode, we’ll explore how our reputation affects the kinds of opportunities we get and why do we have to care about how others see us.
#18 - Slow is the new speed of life 20.03.2024 34:40
Multi-tasking has become so ingrained in our lifestyle that we think less is unproductive and slow is boring. In this episode, I shared about my obsession with the idea of hyper-productivity and how doing the exact opposite actually helped me do more.
#17 - The unfair advantage of having a mentor 13.03.2024 23:09
Like a compass, a mentor can help direct and guide us toward the right direction - whether for the pursuit of something greater or when we're losing our track.
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