Shedding the Corporate Bitch

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Welcome back to the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast!  Today, we have an extraordinary episode for you, featuring an inspiring conversation between our host Bernadette and leadership expert Susan Drumm.  We'll dive into the transformative power of music in leadership, exploring Susan's unique approach that combines the Enneagram model...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Hey there, future powerhouses! 🌟 Ready to step up your leadership game? What if shifting your mindset could unlock your true leadership potential? In this episode of "Shedding the Corporate Bitch," we dive into the essentials of being a successful leader, whether you're new to the role or looking to refine your skills.  Bernadette s...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Welcome back to "Shedding the Corporate Bitch!" In this episode, I am talking with the powerhouse mediator Hesha Abrams, diving into the art of conflict resolution and the secrets to diffusing tension. Hesha, a seasoned dealmaker, shares her wealth of experience and practical tips to help us navigate the chaotic business world with grace...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! What if your performance reviews could leave your team feeling genuinely inspired and motivated? What challenges do you have giving your team members an effective review? In this episode, Bernadette delves deep into the critical process of performance reviews.  As a manager, your role is vital in offering meaningful feedback that motivates, engages...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Are you ready to transform that inner critic that is consuming you and holding you back, into a inner champion who helps you to excel in everything you do?  In the latest episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, Bernadette Boas welcomes powerhouse performance coach, Whitney Alexandra, to delve deep into the realms of personal and leadership...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Are you ready to transform your workplace into a hub of innovation and productivity? Discover the profound benefits of empowering your employees with freedom and autonomy. In this episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch, we unveil eye-opening statistics on employee engagement and satisfaction, driving home the urgent need for change. We'll wal...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Many people want to be engaged leaders, but they don’t know where to start. According to Kimberly Benoit of Kimberly Benoit Leadership, the key to true engagement lies in small, consistent actions. In this episode, Kimberly shares simple actions leaders can take to overcome disengagement in their teams and their own leadership practices. She addres...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Tips to my younger self and you... Whether you're just establishing yourself as a leader or a corporate decision-maker already, unlocking your true potential starts with understanding yourself and learning from your experiences.  In this episode, I share 15 essential tips I wish I could have given to my younger self, covering key topics like s...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Forget titles — it’s your actions that determine if you’re a true leader. So, what do your actions say about you? Are you simply chasing titles or taking the steps to establish yourself as a trusted leader? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Benjamin Ritter to discuss how to lead confidently and own the room no matter your position. We explore the...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Effective communication is more than just successfully conveying a message; it's about engaging, connecting, and influencing those around you. Whether you’re a decision maker or future leader, mastering communication is the key to your career success. This episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch explores the importance of communication for mee...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Could empathy be the missing link in effective leadership? In today's world, leaders are expected to lead with compassion and authenticity, leveraging what leadership coach Sabine Gedeon calls “power skills.” These traits are critical for successfully shifting corporate cultures and promoting engaged leadership. In this episode, Sabine and I d...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Over the last 16 years of coaching up and comers, senior managers, and C-suite executives, I have seen where too many of them are unsure of what the decision-makers in their organization are looking for when it comes to leadership, advancement, and overall opportunities. So, they end up waiting for approval or instructions from them before making a...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! The battle against mediocrity in the workplace is a tough one because many professionals fail to recognize the signs until it’s too late. Its presence may go unnoticed but its impact can be career damaging, undermining professional and personal growth. Shilpa Kulshrestha, known as the Game Changer Career Coach, teaches professionals how to break fr...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! In the spirit of Mother's Day, we're diving deep into a topic close to my heart – Celebrating Working Mom's with Strategies for Career Success. In this episode, we spotlight the undeniable value that working moms add to their workplaces with their exceptional loyalty, innovation, and connectivity. We understand that juggling professi...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Do you know anyone who is a great manager, but a horrible leader? This is a common workplace issue, and it highlights the leadership gap between those that manage tasks and those who truly lead a team. Veteran Stephen Morris of Renowned Leadership has mastered the art of building an elite team by bringing military principles into organizational cul...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Effective hiring takes more than choosing a role, looking at resumes, choosing a candidate and then hoping for the best. Hiring requires strategic planning and thoughtful preparation, otherwise businesses risk costly turnover and missed opportunities for growth. This episode is a comprehensive guide on the art of hiring, outlining the steps leaders...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Today's knowledge economy is redefining what it means to be an effective leader. Dr. Wanda Wallace explores this evolving expertise leadership landscape in her book, You Can't Know It All: Leading in the Age of Deep Expertise . She joins me in this episode to discuss how leaders can become comfortable with not knowing everything and find...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Executive presence goes beyond commanding a room or giving off boss energy. In this episode, I explore the traits that truly define impactful leadership and distinguish so-so leaders from powerhouse leaders that exude executive presence. I do a deep dive into the characteristics that enable leaders to inspire and motivate their teams, discussing th...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Unlocking the true potential of your team starts with understanding what truly motivates people. This episode featuring Joy Meserve of Leading with Joy dives into the power of partner leadership : a leadership style that emphasizes a culture of ownership in order to empower teams. Joy explores how viewing employees as valuable gifts and considering...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Did you know that 59% of people say their team members fail to take personal responsibility to improve team performance, and 79% of people say their team members don’t openly acknowledge their own weaknesses? These statistics underscore the obstacles leaders face when trying to unite a team that can work together to achieve common goals. Unlock the...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Ever felt trapped between the pursuit of a fulfilling career and a rich personal life?  Delynn Miller, the transformative coach from the Pursuit Institute, joins me in peeling back the layers on how we, as leaders, can embrace an 'and' mindset to have it all.  Throughout our conversation, Delynn shares her wisdom on breaking through restr...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! The foundation of a highly functioning team is trust, because without it teams face communication breakdowns, lack of accountability and cohesion, and failure to commit to common goals. In this episode, I outline the five pillars of a high-performing team and what steps leaders can take to ensure their teams are successful. Creating an environment...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Have you experienced the subtle undercurrents of gender bias in the workplace? If so, were you able to overcome these invisible barriers with resilience and confidence? In this episode featuring author, speaker and coach Gifty Enright, we discuss the impact of gender bias and strategies women can use to navigate these bias traps and take control of...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Believe it or not, setting goals can backfire. Blind ambition or external pressures can lead to goal setting that lacks direction or isn’t achievable with our current means. It’s about more than setting clear, measurable objectives; knowing your WHY will equip you with the intention and focus needed to reach your goals. In this episode, I break dow...

We'd love to hear from you. Send us fan mail! Leadership is an action, not merely a position. This powerful idea is explored in this episode with Laura Darrell of Laura Darrell Leadership Consulting, as we dive into her leadership approach that emphasizes bold action and self-reflection in order to take charge of one’s career. During our conversation, we discuss the promotability gap and proxi...