You Belong in the C-Suite

Our guest today is the perfect example of what elevating businesses and the capability of people to achieve new levels of performance look like. Her name is Deb Coviello, and she is the founder of  Illumination Partners, LLC - a consulting firm that helps leaders navigate change and reach peace of mind in their businesses. Throughout this conversation, you'll hear Deb talk about how your core valu...

In today's episode, Laura is joined by financial advisor, wealth and money mindset coach, Natalie Bullen. Natalie is the owner of Unapologetic Wealth - a coaching and consulting firm that helps women and marginalized communities create the wealth they deserve and desire. To say that you're in for a treat doesn't do justice to this episode. Natalie's storytelling skills and lively conversation will...

The challenges of the pandemic have brought quite a few outcomes in society such as the way we live, coexist, and of course work. However, not all of us were ready for such unforeseen changes, and organizations and leaders weren't the exception. Today on the show, we welcome DEI advocate and thought leader, Joe Santana. Throughout the conversation, you'll hear Joe share some dynamic stories, stats...

As you've heard us mention before, the mission of Laura's company - The Catch Group is to bring more authenticity and diversity to the top jobs at organizations. We are excited to highlight this Listener Favorite episode with Tracy Renee Williams, the VP of Learning & Development for the Valence BONDS program, a membership program that develops black professionals and aspiring leaders through coac...

If you've been a longtime listener of the show, you know Laura is a huge proponent of building a life and career aligned with our values. Through her free resources and programs, she helps high-achieving women live a more fulfilled life. A solid foundation of what you stand for can make a big difference when it comes to prioritizing your life and career. And this is exactly what she wants to share...

In today's episode, we welcome intrapreneur, innovator, and tech expert - William Adams. William is currently the Technical Advisor to Microsoft's CTO, Kevin Scott. What does a technical advisor do - you ask? William helps Microsoft do better as an organization by focusing on stronger ways to bring people into the company, growing their careers, and making them more effective. During this conversa...

Welcome to the second season of the You Belong in The C-Suite podcast! We kick off the year with a profound conversation on human connection, empathy, and the transformative power of self-awareness. In today's episode, you will hear Laura and Shari discuss the importance of consciously recognizing similarities between the situations of others and our own past experiences, why separating ourselves...

Welcome to the final episode of season 1 of the You Belong in The C-Suite podcast. In today's episode, Laura shares a sneak peek of what's coming up in season 2. There are a number of great things happening in 2022 and we can't wait for you to be a part of it! From solo episodes to more new and interesting guests that'll teach you how to grow your career and achieve long-lasting success, to the re...

Rose Kennedy once said: "Life isn't a matter of milestones, but of moments". Today, on episode 41 of the You Belong in the C-Suite podcast we're celebrating both. We're celebrating our first season but most importantly we're celebrating all the positive influence and moments we've come to experience thanks to our guests and listeners. We're also highlighting some of our top downloaded episodes as...

2022 is right around the corner, and most likely, the time to share what you and your team have accomplished this year has arrived as part of your performance management process. Throughout her career, Laura has seen multiple year-end reviews and in today's episode, she shares some handy tips on how to best reflect on and communicate your achievements. This episode is the perfect tool to learn how...

Are you taking care of yourself? As the year comes to an end, it is important to make sure that not only our professional goals are achieved but that our personal needs are met as well. We've worked hard during the last 12 months, and as leaders, executives, or members of an organization, the demand never seems to cease. And it most likely never will. This is why setting the appropriate boundaries...

Working moms face a long list of challenges and it's no secret teary morning drop-offs are included in it. The tears, anxiety, and sometimes even guilt remain after a long day of work while children wonder what mommy does after she disappears for the day. Both Laura and Jossy know what it's like to build a successful career while caring for a family, and in today's episode, they discuss all the in...

Do you have a hard time recognizing your own accomplishments or feeling comfortable when talking about them to others? Today's episode is a game-changer when it comes to bragging, as our guest, Meredith Fineman debunks the negative connotation of this word. Fineman has decades of experience teaching professionals how to strategically and cohesively project their work so that the right people notic...

Today on the show we welcome the founder of Dyvergent Consulting Group, LLC, and leadership & DE&I Consultant, Kerry Rosado. During this conversation, Laura and Kerry cover a lot of ground. Kerry opens up about what inspired her to help leaders have a better understanding of what diversity and inclusion really mean and how they can make this part of their teams' culture. She also shares what it me...

In today's episode, Laura tackles the process of creating a strategic budget plan for you and your team. She goes over the line items you should include in it as well as how harnessing your relationships with your finance partners when creating one may you up for success. We hope this episode helps you feel more confident when diving into the annual budgeting process, grow awareness and create a c...

Today, we're excited to have on the show, transformation artist and startup culture expert, Katie McLaughlin. In this conversation, Laura and Katie talk about how intentionality helps build thriving workplace cultures. They dive deep into how as a leader, staying connected to your team has a direct impact on business outcomes, and how leveraging data from other areas of your company can assist in...

In today's episode of the You Belong in the C-Suite podcast, Laura welcomes Dr. Amy Beacom and Sue Campbell to talk about their book, The Parental Leave Playbook. If you are a soon-to-be parent getting ready to go on a hiatus, a leader looking to accommodate your employees' parental needs, or curious to learn how to transition well to enjoy this new stage of life, you have got to keep listening! O...

As a leader, how can you acquire the perspective you need to better understand your people and shift from seeing things through your leadership lens to seeing things through the eyes of those you lead? Our guest today is leadership expert, Zoë Routh. With over 30+ years of experience, Zoë has helped companies from different parts of the world develop the skills and strategies needed to build bette...

In today's episode, Laura delves into why you should know your company's annual operating plan, how you may create a roadmap to your success as a leader, and the importance of bringing your team along the journey in a transparent, inclusive way. Throughout this solo episode, you'll also hear our host discuss how sticking to your values will allow you to show up authentically as a leader and provid...

Our guest today is executive coach, Diana Lowe, whose expertise has helped aspiring leaders and leaders develop their interpersonal intelligence, personal influence, and communication. In this episode, Laura and Diana discuss the impact organizational cultures have on emotional intelligence and how developing this skill can be the differentiator in leadership. We learned a lot about the characteri...

In this solo episode, Laura talks about how surrounding yourself with a group of trusted partners can help you thrive at work, live in line with your values, and hold yourself accountable. She also shares why being part of a peer group has been crucial to her success and encourages us to build a support system with like-minded people in which we can find advice, share perceptions, and learn from t...

This episode is all about building a powerful leadership message that allows you to communicate your vision confidently while staying true to yourself! Throughout the conversation, you will hear Laura and Robin talk about how to achieve clarity and authenticity in your communication (verbal and physical), what visibility and leadership have in common, how to align your message with your core value...

In today's conversation, Laura and Vivian explore the different angles of DEI, how they are perceived in other parts of the world, and what leaders, organizations, and employees can do to build a more inclusive environment at the workplace. Plus, Vivian provides practical analogies on the components companies need to make DEI a tangible reality from the inside out. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to c...

In today's conversation, Dr. Mira Brancu gives a masterclass on how to successfully navigate politics in the workplace. If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to do politics with integrity while honoring your values and making a positive impact on those around you, this episode is for you. Dr. Brancu begins by sharing her experience dealing with politics in the early stages of her career. S...

In today's episode, Laura brings a new approach to the typical type-A leader and talks about what the new generations are craving when it comes to leadership. What type of leadership style do you identify yourself with? Regardless of your answer, know that leading with your values and being your authentic self can not only yield amazing results for you and others but also build a supportive cultur...