The Unlock Lab

This week's episode is a masterclass in people-centered leadership. I sit down with the insightful and generous Brian Rollo, a leadership coach and consultant whose journey from bank repo man to transformative leader will absolutely leave you inspired. We talk about what it really means to lead, not from power or process, but from a place of deep empathy, curiosity, and commitment. Brian walks us...

This episode is for anyone who’s ever gone after something big and didn’t get the outcome they wanted. I’m walking you through what happened when I didn’t move on in a storytelling competition, how I prepared for it, what I learned, and how I dealt with the disappointment. I talk about everything from hiring a keynote coach and getting my makeup done, to sitting with my feelings and honoring the e...

Letting go isn’t just about releasing what holds us back, it’s about making space for what we truly want. In this episode, I share what it really takes to let go, because spoiler alert: it’s not as easy as motivational memes makes it seem. We’re not in a Disney movie, and there’s no magical three step process. But there are real, tangible tools including somatic body work, journaling, movement, an...

We spend so much time fixing what’s wrong, but what if we put just as much energy into understanding what’s actually working? In this week's episode, I talk about the power of reviewing our wins, not just to celebrate them, but to uncover the patterns that can help us create even more success. Inspired by a client session, I break down how external wins often start with internal shifts, the ro...

I’m celebrating episode 50 of The Unlock Lab by sharing what it really means to say yes to your big dreams, whether that’s booking a solo trip to the Caribbean or stepping into something that once felt totally out of reach. In this episode, I’m telling two personal stories about pushing past resistance and embracing the unknown. From giving myself permission to rest and recharge to taking a bold s...

Networking doesn’t have to suck. In fact, it can be fun, meaningful, and even life-changing. In this episode, I chat with Julie Brown, networking badass and author of This Sh!t Works, to talk about how to build real connections with more fun and ease. We cover a lot of ground including the messy middle of career transitions, why rejection isn’t personal, and how playing the long game in networking...

In this final part of the series on relationships, I dig into the hardest questions, are we willing to do the hard things for the relationships that truly matter? Whether it's a difficult boss or a loved one, relationships require effort, accountability, and openness. I share personal stories about standing up for myself, learning how to apologize, and navigating the gray areas of connection that...

Building meaningful relationships isn’t just about who’s in your life, it’s about how you show up in them. In this episode (part 2 of 3), I dig into the difference between being relational versus transactional, the importance of self-awareness, and the power of generosity in connection. I’m fired up about this topic because relationships, whether personal or professional, require intention, time,...

In this episode of The Unlock Lab, I introduce the idea of building intentional relationships, a topic that’s been a major theme throughout my life and work. Relationships shape how we feel about ourselves, if we feel a sense of support how, and reflect how we move through our personal and professional journeys. I dig into why setting intentions for your relationships is essential and how doing an...

In this first episode of 2025, I reflect on what it means to navigate life when it feels like everything is burning down around you. Inspired by the fires in Los Angeles, I talk about the bigger themes of loss, grief, and how we can reclaim our power in the face of life's hardest moments. This episode is about finding your way forward when everything feels uncertain. It’s about learning to let...

In this final episode of 2024 I talk about how to rediscover hope during life’s hardest moments. I share tools that help me stay grounded, and how I have found light and possibility even when everything feels dark. From connecting with others to embracing nature, I talk about what keeps me moving forward and why hope is always within reach. If you’re struggling or know someone who is, this episode...

In this week's episode of The Unlock Lab, I talk about how to close out your year - or any chapter of life that you may be in. Finding closure helps us to be able to start new chapters of our life in new, elevated energy. With this intent, we will explore the power of reflection, gratitude, and celebrating, while finding the lessons in and letting go of what didn’t go so well. I’ll walk you throug...

This week’s episode of The Unlock Lab takes a look at how personal growth is the game-changer for unlocking those big professional wins and shifts you desire. Personal growth is all about focusing inward, responding to our triggers constructively, shifting our self-talk, and honoring what matters most. Showing up in the world with alchemized energy is what leads to breakthroughs in the professiona...

In this week’s episode of The Unlock Lab, I talk about how we can live our life (and not just certain times of year, or in the wake of major events) in the energy of gratitude and service. This is about practicing a healthy perspective on life, building habits that keep you steady, and spreading love through even the smallest acts of kindness. Whether it’s handling tough times (election, COVID, et...

In this week’s episode of The Unlock Lab, I sit down with Marina Ganzarolli to talk about her amazing journey in transforming her career and creating real change. Marina, founder of the #MeToo Brazil Movement, shares how she left a secure public sector job to build a mission driven career supporting survivors of sexual violence and championing gender equity. We dig into the big risks she took to f...

In this third and final part of the Influencing Change series on The Unlock Lab, I share some thoughts on common patterns that impact our ability to effectively influence change - like leaving too soon and overstaying our welcome. I also remind you that influence needs space and time and change is never on the timeline that we want. Let's also not forget the importance of celebrating every little...

Welcome to part two of my three part series on influencing change. It’s time to step up and get involved in our communities for the greater good. Tune in to find out why what you really want can be your north star for creating real, lasting change. I'll guide you through the vital balance between your heart and mind when it comes to making an impact. Grounding yourself is critical before you lift...

In this episode of The Unlock Lab, I kick off part one of my three-part series on influencing change. Because we just all love and embrace change, right? HA! I talk about the dual nature of influence - how we can be strong agents of change but that we also have to recognize that we can’t control outcomes or how others respond. Join me as I explore how embracing our power and accepting uncertainty...

In this episode of The Unlock Lab, I discuss how limiting beliefs impact our lives. I share personal stories about how I broke free from those doubts so that you can do the same thing. I also give you tips for silencing that inner critic that loves to drag us down. When you start to trust yourself and stay open to possibilities, amazing things can happen. So if you’re ready to shake off what’s bee...

In this week's episode of The Unlock Lab, I look back at what I've learned about being an entrepreneur for the past five years. In the beginning I wasn’t sure if I’d make it this far or WANT to still be my own boss! Whether you’re an entrepreneur or chasing success in any career, these lessons are for you. I talk about how personal growth always comes before those big professional breakthroughs, w...

In this episode of The Unlock Lab , I’m sharing something really special with you - a replay of my interview on Kiera Doyle’s podcast, Meeting Your Magic . This was one of the most in-depth conversations I’ve had about inner critic work and how it plays such a huge role in getting out of our own way. Kiera is not just a close friend, but also an expert in human design and all things self-discovery...

Let's talk about a particularly sneaky inner critic - the one that keeps telling us we are not an expert. It’s part of a whole trifecta of inner critics, right along with the one that’s pushing us to step out of our comfort zone, and the one whispering that we're not ready for what’s next. With limitless information out there at our fingertips, it’s easier than ever to feel like we don’t know enou...

In this episode, I chat with my friend, Deb Driscoll, founder of Big Life Magic, to talk about how community can shut down that inner critic we all deal with. You know the one - it’s always making us second guess ourselves, telling us not to ask for help, or making us feel like we have to do everything on our own. Deb shares how she overcame this mindset and we talk about how surrounding yourself...

In this ongoing series I am talking about the inner critic that tells us not to ask for help. This critic insists we should handle everything on our own and never seek help - after all this is how we have 'always' done it. Sometimes this critic manifests as a feeling of guilt rather than an inner dialog. It might even show up as fear - for example in spending money on a coach to advance yo...

As part of my inner critic series, I'm talking today about the one that shows up when you’re taking those important steps of doing something that scares you. In other words, when you're on the edge of something big or doing something you don't normally do. Whether you’re about to quit your job, start a side hustle, or set a much needed boundary, your inner critic tends to get louder as...