Episodes
If you’ve been reevaluating your life lately - you are not alone! A lot of us have been taking a closer look at our priorities, boundaries, and career choices during the pandemic.  So, if you’re next step is a career transition or you just want to be prepared for any opportunity that presents itself (because you know it’s an employee’s market out there, friends!) - then you won’t want to miss today’s episode. I invite Julia Holian, career strategist and interview coach, to share all of her...
Published 05/04/22
If you’re returning to work after the powerful pause of Covid you might be realizing that it comes with some unique challenges.  Commute complaints Social stressors (for introverts and extroverts!) Decisions about Hybrid models And if you’re a leader - the challenge of navigating your team through this process! In today’s episode, I’m sharing my 5 TOP TIPS to help you lead your team back to work, rise to the occasion, and redesign what it means for us to work and lead in this...
Published 04/27/22
Truth is - the title doesn’t make the leader, skills and influence do.  And regardless of title or recognition, you have more influence than you realize.  So now the question is, how do you own that influence? And use it to create substantial change and impact?  In today’s episode, I dive in with some powerful insights for assessing where you are in terms of leading and influencing without authority and FIVE important tips to help you with this critical leadership skill.  I dive into: ...
Published 04/20/22
Confidence is not a trait.  Confidence is a skill. And this is great news, my friends - because that means you can learn it and cultivate it for yourself!  In today’s episode, I’m diving into confidence and how to build and bring more of it into your life and leadership. I get real as I share some personal stories around confidence, discuss the true meaning and power that confidence can bring you, and the practical ways you can learn and practice more of it in your leadership.  I dive...
Published 04/13/22
Do you want to be an extraordinary leader? A leader who coaches, empowers & inspires your team? Imagine if assessing your personal energy level was a tool for getting there! In today’s episode, I’m diving into the 7 levels of energy leadership and how to assess your own to uplevel your life and career. Ready for the opportunity to make a real difference in your leadership by understanding more about yourself and your energy? Listen to the episode here: https://link.chtbl.com/lyl  I...
Published 04/06/22
We all have a finite amount of energy. And deciding where and how we spend it - that’s one of the most important factors in differentiating us as standout leaders in our careers and family life! So, what kind of energy are you bringing to the things that are most important to you? In today’s episode, I dive into energy leadership and how you can bring more of your good energy to the things that matter in your life so you can see more positive results and achieve real, sustainable success. ...
Published 03/30/22
Boundaries are expectations.  And when we set expectations, some amazing things happen!  We gain respect. We build trust. And we get the most out of our teams, families, and lives!  So, is there a place in your life that could use some more boundaries? And are you ready to learn how to implement them? In today’s episode, I’m diving into part 2 of my boundary series with my favorite tips and tricks around setting and implementing boundaries (at home or in the workplace!) and how to create...
Published 03/23/22
Do you often feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or emotionally exhausted?  As women, we’re socialized to nurture, give, and put ourselves last - but I think it’s about time we change that narrative - don’t you?  In today’s episode, I’m diving into part 1 of my boundary series with some tools to help you consider the question - do I have mushy boundaries in my life? I’m sharing the TOP 6 reasons why you might be struggling with your boundaries, the effect this can have on your life, and why...
Published 03/16/22
Where are you as a leader with regard to fear? Are you afraid of failing? Or could it be success that you fear? Understanding where the fear comes from and what it wants to protect you from is KEY to leading when you’re afraid. In today’s episode, I’m giving you my 4 TOP TIPS on how to navigate and lead when you’re afraid and the tools you need to stop letting fear get in the way of achieving your goals.  I dive into: [5:00] What I want you to STOP and reflect on before we get into today’s...
Published 03/09/22
What are you navigating right now? Does anything have you feeling uncertain? I know that the current state of the world has a lot of us feeling scared or unsettled about the future. Imagine how it would feel if you had more confidence in yourself and your decisions amid chaos. Wouldn’t you feel less anxious and stressed? In today’s episode, I am sharing the THREE steps you need to help you develop your personal awareness around how you handle uncertainty, and my most important insights on...
Published 03/02/22
Want to inspire and get the best out of your people? Empathetic leadership is a powerful tool to get you there and we are diving deep into the subject on today’s show! I invite my BFF and expert on the subject, Pia Heine, to share her wisdom on empathy and leadership as we discuss why these two should always go hand-in-hand and how you can become a more empathetic leader, starting today!  We dive into: [5:30] Pia’s personal story and career journey [10:00] Why we chose the topic of...
Published 02/23/22
Are you doing work that you love? Or do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, and unhappy in your job? Maybe you’re stuck in your current role - but want to create some more joy and passion in your life, outside of work? In today’s episode, I share 5 IMPORTANT steps to finding work you absolutely love doing and the tools you need to start getting really intentional about the next phase of your life and to build a bridge to get there! I dive into: [7:40] Taking the time to reflect and design...
Published 02/16/22
Today we are celebrating 100 episodes of the Lead Your Life Podcast! And after all of the powerful conversations and discussions around leadership at work, at home, in our communities, and beyond - I’m ready to bring you my most powerful insights! In today’s episode, I am breaking down the 13 BIGGEST leadership insights I have learned from exploring topics in solo episodes, digging in with clients, and interviewing my amazing guests - and how you can put them into action TODAY! Ready for the...
Published 02/09/22
If you could only quiet the fears around your goal wouldn’t it feel closer, easier to achieve? Often, fear is what is holding you back - but what if you understood more about that fear, how it manifests for you, and what you can actually do about it? In today’s episode, I invite a very special guest, executive coach and my business partner & friend, Lori Tabb, to sit down with me for a candid conversation around fear. We discuss how we see it manifesting for our clients (and for...
Published 02/02/22
Does it seem like there are just not enough hours in the day to get everything done on your to-do list? Have you ever gotten to the end of your day, checked a bunch of things off, but realize you didn’t have one moment for yourself? Do you sometimes get so overwhelmed by your long list of to-do’s that you find yourself scrolling social media or watching Netflix for hours instead of getting the tasks done? Don’t worry, you are not alone! But today’s episode is definitely for you. My guest this...
Published 01/26/22
What does motivation mean to you? Is it something that comes easily, or do you struggle with staying motivated towards your goals - big or small? I know, for me, staying motivated and avoiding slipping back into old habits can be a struggle - but there are things that you can do to stay in action toward your dreams! In today’s episode, I dive into part 2 of the building better habits series to talk about staying motivated! I discuss motivation and why it’s so important, some common...
Published 01/19/22
Are you thinking intentionally about your habits? How they will affect your life - one, ten, twenty years down the road? I know it can seem overwhelming to make a change & ditch your bad habits, but the truth is - you already have the power inside of you to make it happen - it’s just a lot easier when you understand how! In today’s episode, I dive into part 1 of the building better habits series to talk about the practical tools you need to build better habits for your life. Ready to make...
Published 01/12/22
I invite you to do this ONE thing to make sure this year is your best ever - STOP making new year’s resolutions. Yes, I’m serious! And I’m giving you all the reasons why, in today’s episode! I’m discussing how to make this next year your best by getting intentional about what you need to STOP doing, and the anti-resolutions that will help get you there. What is an anti-resolution? And what will yours be for 2022? Let’s dive in! I dive into: [8:50] A staggering statistic about abandoning...
Published 01/05/22
It’s time to drop all that 2022 planning and take a pause - to celebrate! I’m guessing it’s been a while! As women, it is rare that we take the time to really honor and celebrate ourselves. In today’s episode, I am sharing the 6 IMPORTANT reasons you should be celebrating your 2021 successes (and the 6 reasons you’re not celebrating your wins enough)! Join me to discover some new ways to acknowledge where you are, show gratefulness for your daily wins, and own your 2021 success - because you...
Published 12/15/21
Have you felt unhappy or discontent in your current position? Maybe you have a desire to reenter the workforce into a position you love, or you’re a leader in need of talent that aligns with your values - either way, this one is for you! In today’s episode, I invite executive recruiter, Amanda Scott, to share her wisdom on the current job market and her TOP TIPS for finding a job that lights you up or securing that top-performing employee for your business!
Published 12/08/21
Ready for a new way of looking at business and life? My guest today, Janice Miller - legal advisor, speaker, and entrepreneur - dives into the concept of Coopertition® and how you can use it to uplevel your career, relationships & life! We discuss how Coopertition® came to be, her powerful book on the subject, and the lessons we can learn from this game-changing concept.
Published 12/01/21
We are back for part 2 of the Communicating Powerfully series! In today’s episode, communication expert Elizabeth Danziger is back to talk all things verbal and nonverbal communication. We discuss the importance of getting really conscious about how we’re showing up, some of the most common pitfalls for women when it comes to our verbal and nonverbal communication (and how to avoid them!), and the practical ways you can adapt and improve these skills to improve your executive presence!
Published 11/17/21
In part 1 of this Communicate Powerfully series, we are exploring effective written communication and why it is KEY to achieving powerful business results. In today’s episode, I invite seasoned writer and pro at written communication, Elizabeth Danziger, to share her wisdom on how to communicate powerfully through your business writing and the tools you need to develop more direct, concise, and persuasive writing habits so you can up-level your skills - and see big results!
Published 11/10/21
Where have you settled into settling? Where might you need to go beyond your intention and take some action in your life? In today’s episode, I have a powerful conversation with Daniel Mangena - international speaker, best-selling author, and coach - about what it takes to step beyond intention and into action in your life. Dive in with us as we discuss learning to receive support, feminine & masculine energy dynamics, and some of the keys to finding fulfillment, joy, and purpose in your...
Published 11/03/21
Confronting conflict - it is one of the most common fears among women. Why is that, when conflict doesn’t have to be a win-lose game? We can all come out feeling like we won if we do conflict well! In today’s episode, I invite The Peacebuilder, Hilary Bendon, to share her wisdom as an expert at conflict. We discuss how to really own and do conflict better in your life and career so you can lead your team (and all relationships in your life!) to better productivity, morale, and overall results.
Published 10/27/21