Episodes
In this new episode of More Than the Dress, host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp and Jessica Berman, Commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League, explore self-advocacy as a tool to work fulfillment, recognizing when it's time for a career change, and embracing unique strengths to navigate career transitions with confidence. Tune in to hear these invaluable insights and other great advice to help you create the career you deserve.“More than the Dress” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Michele C. M...
Published 11/13/24
In this insightful episode of More Than the Dress, host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp sits down with Laurie Chamberlin, Head of Recruitment Solutions, North America for LHH, LHH is part of the world’s leading talent advisory and solution company, The Adecco Group. Discussing how to navigate the modern job market, Laurie shares practical advice on everything from crafting an outstanding resume to networking effectively and building a personal brand. Whether you’re looking to land your dream job or ad...
Published 10/30/24
Join our host, Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, as she leads an engaging conversation with Faith Martin, a true embodiment of resilience, courage, and living boldly. From her career in radio and TV to her unforgettable journey on The Golden Bachelor, Faith shares her insights on embracing personal empowerment, building confidence, and aging beautifully.“More than the Dress” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit em...
Published 10/15/24
“More than the Dress” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in 30-minute conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence.“More Than the Dress” aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges a...
Published 10/09/24
This episode features Rebecca Yeung, Corporate VP, Operations, Science and Advanced Technology, FedEx and Dress for Success Global Ambassador Kesha Kent.
They discuss RESILENCE, how overcoming challenges gave them strength, family and childhood legacy and the impact of collective resilience.
“My family really taught me what resilience meant... by saying no to the statistics and saying no to the odds and saying yes to what we want in life.”
—Kesha Kent
“A definition of resilience is you...
Published 03/31/23
This episode features Cynthia “Cynt” Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks, and Dress for Success Global Ambassador and entrepreneur, Cheyenne Jones. They discuss COURAGE, how this quality has allowed them to defy obstacles that seemed insurmountable, and how the concept has evolved as they advanced their careers.
“Courage is choosing to do something that scares me, that’s unfamiliar or uncomfortable. It’s the strength to just look at it in the face. When I think about it, I always think of...
Published 03/24/23
This episode features Kelly Cusick-Dropchinski, SVP of Strategic Business Channels at Ulta Beauty and Dress for Success Ambassador Tasneem Damji. They discuss COMMUNITY, sharing their perspectives on what community means to them, how this vital force has shaped their personal and professional trajectories and an unexpected tip for inviting the power of community into your own life.
"When I think about Community, I think about connection... and I think about meaningful and intentional...
Published 03/17/23
This episode features Sunny Hostin, lawyer, author journalist and co-host of ABC’s “The View” and Dress for Success Global Ambassador Claudia Hernandez. They discuss AGENCY, how this quality is emerging as a vital force in our society-- especially for women, how it is linked to both free thinking and responsible action, and how role models ranging from Oprah to Barbara Walters influenced their paths.
“We don’t control what happens to us, but we can certainly control what we can do about...
Published 03/01/23
This episode features Elizabeth Nieto, Global Head of Equity and Impact at Spotify and Dress for Success Global Ambassador Star Arbouin. They discuss POWER, its evolving definition in their professional and personal lives, how antiquated notions of power have shifted for them and a story of how powerlessness led to real power
“Sometimes you may feel powerless. And that’s when you reach out to someone or some resource that does have the power to help you achieve your goals and dreams.” — Star...
Published 03/01/23
Hello and welcome to Power Shift, a weekly 5-part podcast featuring Dress for Success global ambassadors and select honorees engaging in 20-minute conversations hosted by our CEO, Michele C. Meyer-Shipp!
Dress for Success is the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women and has been at the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 26 years. We serve unemployed and underemployed women from a variety of backgrounds, and with a wide range of needs.
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Published 02/15/23