The Opposite of Small Talk

In this special episode, live from Danielle's hometown, Terri Trespico, award-winning writer, speaker, brand advisor, and author of " Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You ," joins Danielle and Kristy for a funny and engaging conversation on the topic of Boredom, Creativity, and Breaking the Rules. Terri discusses her book and shares her personal insights on embracing bor...

In this episode on the topic of Creating Possibility Out of Adversity, author Daria Burke shares reflections from her memoir "Of My Own Making," which explores her journey from a challenging childhood in Detroit to becoming a successful marketing executive. In Daria's conversation with Danielle and Kristy she discusses post-traumatic growth, the importance of healing, and how sharing deeply person...

Join us for the last of our three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship.  In the final installment, we revisit episode 138.  In this episode from February 2024, Danielle and Kristy speak with journalist and author Rhaina Cohen, on the topic of her book on the topic of, The Other Significant Others: Reimagining Life...

Join us for the second episode of our three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship.  In the second installment, we go back to the 34th episode of TOOST.  In this episode from March 2021, Danielle and Kristy talk to Danielle Bayard Jackson , author, podcast host, and certified coach specializing in female friendships...

Join us for a three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship.  In the first installment, we travel back to the 9th episode of TOOST.  In this early episode, from February 2020, Danielle shares her best advice about how to make new friends and the practical strategies she used to find and make connections when she move...

Is there someone in your life that you would say exudes qualities like authenticity, boldness, and curiosity?  If so, today's guest would likely tell you that person is exhibiting the ABCs of Charisma. In this episode, leadership expert Milam Miller demystifies charisma, revealing it's a skill anyone can develop; shares practical strategies for genuine connection; and valuable techniques for meani...

Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, personally or professionally, wanting to make a long held dream or goal a reality?  Today's guest, Danielle Sprouls shares her transformative journey from commercial real estate to coaching and how it's possible for anyone to make the powerful decision to "pivot," face their fears, and grow both personally and professionally.  In this insightful discus...

In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach JL Heather, who holds over two decades of experience as an organizational transformation coach sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of innovation and creativity. Guest's Website:  About Centered: Leadership & Transformation Experts Work with Danielle : If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn...

Today's guest is a Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) expert.  If you are stateside, NLP may not be a term you're very familiar with, but after today's episode you may just find an appreciation for this fascinating area of study and how language and mindset can transform personal and professional experiences. Rebecca Bonnington sits down for a really enlightening conversation in which she demonstr...

In popular culture, there was a time where views of workplace relationships, between employees and managers, were seen through the lens of the likes of Emily and her over the top demanding boss, Miranda Priestly, in the 2006 movie, the Devil Wears Prada.  Fast forward to 2025, workplace culture has evolved and terms like, managing up, the focus of today's conversation, have become normalized and e...

Have you ever dealt with a negative voice inside your head that is constantly discouraging you, second guessing you, or telling you that you aren't good enough? Even if you don't self-identify as a perfectionist, this episode explores those tendencies we all have to chase perfection in our everyday life. Our guest, Tara Cousineau, Ph. D., is a clinical psychologist; meditation teacher; life learne...

When you use too many fillers it makes your message unclear and causes   people to think you don't have confidence in what you are saying. In this episode we are FINALLY talking filler words; why you use them, how to identify your unique fillers, and what to do about it.    Get the free worksheet that goes along with this episode: The Um Worksheet    🌱 Tap here to work with Kristy: kristyolinger....

Many professionals have likely encountered mentorship at one time or another, but may be less familiar with a different type of networking known as sponsorship and its many unique benefits.  Today's guest shares her deep insight into the key differences between mentorship and sponsorship, how sponsorship can open doors to stronger inclusivity in the workplace, and how you can take on this importan...

As we officially welcome spring, many rites of passage including graduation season are almost upon us.  If you are a member of the Class of 2025 or know someone who is graduating or has recently graduated, this episode includes an insightful discussion on real life skills that aren't always taught in the classroom, but can prove extremely beneficial.  Our guest, Raffi Grinberg is an educator, busi...

Have you ever winced at the thought that someone else might label you as weird, selfish, or wreckless?  Today's guest Jenny Wood, a former Google Executive, career coach, and author of the new book (released today!), "Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It," wants you to be courageous and run towards these labels rather than away from them.  We discuss details of her new book including th...

In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach Suzanne Campi, a life transition coach and community builder, sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of Retirement. Guest's Website:  Suzanne Campi Coaching Work with Danielle : If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more about the impact that coaching can have in your life, visit Danielle's...

If you are a woman or have a woman you love or care for in your life, then this episode is for you.  Whether that person has or will someday experience the three stages of menopause while navigating personal and professional life, today's guest assures that they are not alone.  Dr. Susan Miele, who holds a PhD in Human and Organizational Systems and is a transformational leader and workplace well-...

The next time you're shopping the aisles of your local pharmacy or supermarket you might just notice the price difference between products marketed towards women vs. men, if so, you are seeing the "pink tax" in action.  Today's guest, Janine Rogan, a keynote and TEDx speaker, author, entrepreneur, and founder of The Wealth Building Academy Inc. is on a mission to close the wage gap.  In our conver...

In 2025, the landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) work is rapidly evolving and facing well documented challenges, but these challenges also offer new opportunities and growth. Today's guest, Elena Joy Thurston, an HR consultant, discusses the evolution and challenges facing DEI; shares her personal journey of deconstructing internalized biases and how that informs her approach; and...

A chance invitation to present at a Women in Leadership Conference on the topic of "Career' Pivots" led today's guest to found a network dedicated to empowering tomorrow's leaders to take control of their own professional growth and success. Gemma Toner, a media and telecommunications leader and the founder and CEO of Tone Network speaks to us on the topic of Rethinking Professional Development an...

In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach Shabnam Golmohammadi, a Silicon Valley career and leadership coach, workshop facilitator, and speaker, sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of how women view the workplace. Guest's Website:  Shabnam Golmohammadi Website   Work with Danielle : If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more abou...

As human beings most of us tend to be adverse to risk – as a matter of self preservation.  However, today's guest argues that having the audacity or trying something new, to take bold risks, when it comes to goals, can be more than worth the risk.  Anne Marie Anderson, three-time Emmy Award winning broadcaster, keynote speaker and author of the new book, Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and L...

The majority of speaking that you do at work is not in scripted presentations, it's in conversation-style speaking during meetings. Even when you are giving a presentation, it's not an uninterrupted monologue, it's a conversation.  This means you need to be good at extemporaneous speaking. That's where frameworks can help. A framework is an outline of process for what to say that you can apply in...

It's officially mid-January, resolution making is behind us and so is National Quitters Day (January 10th), the day most resolutions are abandoned.  Today's guest poses an important question, "what are you doing differently in 2025 to make it a better year?" In this episode, Jake Thompson, an entrepreneur, author, performance coach and motivational speaker, discusses with us the topic of Competing...

In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach Molly Kittle, a Coach, consultant, and performing artist with a background in experimental theater, business strategy and behavioral psychology, sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of Conscious Creative Leadership. Guest's Website and Linkedin:  https://www.connectwithstory.com/workwithmolly                                 ...