The Spitfire Podcast with Lauren LeMunyan

Now more than ever, companies are paying attention to their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. But what does it all mean? More people of color? More LGBTQ+? More women? More religious representation? Diversity is about more than changing stock images on a website and the bullet points of a mission statement. You can see how diversity, equity and inclusive a company is by observing a Zoom meeting. (I...

"Such great info packed into an hour.  All the points were still applicable to me even though I am not a coach." "Wonderful and timely tips.  It was easy for me to make the transition to my sales profession."   Take a Listen and Learn: •Where and How Fears Shows up •The 5 Signs of Fear in Your Coaching •5 Ways to Manage the The Fears When They Appear

It can be so easy to track what's not going right or what we haven't done. I am soooo guilty of this. In fact today, someone called me out! I have spent years creating, generating, and connecting and I gave myself NO CREDIT! I kept thinking I was missing something and had to create it from scratch. That was until I took inventory of my awesomeness!

Think you can't be successful in a pandemic? You'll be right.   Want to be successful even with constraints? Listen to what one of Lauren's clients did to make their total earnings of 2019 in one month.    Lauren shares the secret ingredients of her success and what you can do about it in your own business.

Feelings... we've all got em. Some feel good, some not so much. Feeling frustrated because something didn't go your way?   In today's episode we're talking about how to leverage those icky feeling ones to give us insights on our blindspots. Say goodbye to the stuck and get ready to move!

We are all trying to do the best with what we have. After five months of business slumps and changes, it can feel like everything is falling apart. If you're out of work, it can feel dire. If your business has dipped, it can feel hopeless and frustrating. Even if you have your job, your working environment and downtime has changed.  Today we're talking about the three phases of your pandemic journ...

Lauren sits down with the Ashley Powdar, the creative force behind Ruby Sampson - a global fashion utility brand for textured-hair women. Hear how Ashley Powdar took the lemons of a botched order and used it to propel her into the next phase of her business and as a business owner. Subscribe to The SpitFire Podcast at www.spitfirepodcast.com  or on Apple Podcast or Spotify. About Ruby Sampson www....

Everything may look the same, but everything is different. What may have worked for us before may actually be contributing to our stress and feelings of burnout. In this episode Lauren will walk you through her Routine Reset process and worksheet (also available here: https://spitfireinstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Routine-Reset-Worksheet-SpitFire-Institute-042020.pdf )

To say that things feel different would be an understatement. To say that people feel unsettled would be the tip of the iceberg. The past few weeks have built up to a crescendo of cancellations, fear, and uncertainty.  So, what do we do when everything feels scary and unknown?  Lauren shares the four questions you can ask yourself to get back to what matters and convert uncertainty into empowermen...

With shows being cancelled left and right in Washington, DC and around the world, Justin Trawick and Lauren decide to host a Facebook Live concert from their living. They take requests, tell stories and sing songs for a live audience. Enjoy!

This week we're responding to a question from a listener: "Pro Bono No-No" "I'm hosting a workshop at work with a colleague who is a life and health coach as well. We are both volunteering our time for this. I asked a good friend of mine (also a colleague) to design the flyer. She did a great job. It is my hunch that my colleague wants to use the design for her own future gain, whether to advertis...

Lauren dives in with Julie Ball, the Founder and Chief Sparkler of Sparkle Hustle Grow (www.sparklehustlegrow.com), a monthly subscription box and online community for female entrepreneurs. Julie leads thousands of women through personal development and business training in a way that's fun and supportive. Julie is an author, speaker, community builder, subscription box coach-- featured in Forbes,...

But However Even though Although   How many times do you say or type these words a day? What are you trying to communicate v. what's actually being received.   In today's podcast we're talking about Buts and the impact it's having on your communication and relationships.   Download The But Tracker to see how many times you're saying it.

I remember a decade ago or even five years ago, everyone was all about work-life balance. Then balance became replaced with a new focus on integration and now I'm hearing about alignment.   It made me wonder, what are all these buzzwords trying to get at?   What are we really striving for in and out of the workplace?   After working with over 200 professionals in energy, tech, startups, design and...

How to Stop Avoiding Challenging Conversations and Start Saving Time, Money, and Your Sanity   According to employee-resource startup Bravely , 70% of employees are avoiding difficult conversations in the office. Those circumvented communications with their boss, colleagues, and direct reports may provide temporary relief, but it's having a huge impact on the emotional and financial health of the...

Have you ever said any of these things to yourself?   "I'm lazy." "I always get distracted." "Something always comes up and gets in my way."     Here's the truth... You are not lazy, but you may be lacking clarity and passion. You are not distracted, but things will always come up and distract you (56 times a day to be exact) and what you think is a goal may not that important to you. You have bee...

Where are labels showing up in the way you think about the people around you? How about how you think about yourself? Lauren uncovers the hidden dangers of labels especially the ones that you may think are compliments.

Ever feel like you're saying yes to things that you wish you didn't?  What if you had a tool to help you process decisions in a clear and objective way? Introducing The Energy Scorecard, a five step process to help you see the impacts of your potential activities.

Are you surface cleaning or scratching the surface of your issues? What have you been pushing to the corners and ignoring? Lauren shares her experience with acknowledging and addressing the clutter in the corner.

Do you have new or shy employees who respond with "Good", "Fine" and "Ok" when you ask them how things are going? Learn how the scaling tool can give you insight on confidence, blind spots, and opportunities within your organization.

What have you been attracting in that may not be serving you? What are you willing to let go of to move you forward?   In this episode Lauren walks listeners through a simple exercise to help identify your core value that either energizes or drains you.

Do your New Years Resolutions sound amazing and achievable in January, but become a distant memory or feel like a chore in March? Today's episode will support you in making reasonable and realistic goals that will help you shift your mindset and behavior.

Brett Snyder is the founder and CEO of Knucklepuck. Snyder built Knucklepuck with a holistic digital philosophy, assembling a team of experts in SEO, Paid Media, Content Marketing and Web Development that is uniquely positioned to adapt to clients' evolving business needs. Brett has deliberately executed a growth plan for Knucklepuck that is aligned with client success; Knucklepuck will always be...

It seems like every week there is a new support or women's empowerment group popping up, but what if those groups were actually keeping you stuck? Lauren dives into the undercurrent of female support group and gets curious on whether they're helping or hindering true growth.