
Together, we're redefining what it means, looks and feels like, to be doing "woman's work" in the world today. With confidence and the occasional rant.
From boardrooms to studios, kitchens to coding dens, we explore the multifaceted experiences of today's woman, confirming that the new definition of "woman's work" is whatever feels authentic, true, and right for you.
We're shedding expectations, setting aside the "shoulds", giving our finger to the "supposed tos". We're torching the old playbook and writing our own rules.
Who runs the world? You decide.
Learn more at nicolekalil.com
Apr 23, 2025
Let’s be real—being a woman isn’t either empowering or exhausting… it’s both, often at the same damn time. And the parts we’re told to keep quiet about? The messy, emotional, deeply human ones? Those are exactly the conversations we need to have out loud.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jessica Zucker, psychologist, writer, and creator of the viral #IHadaMiscarriage campaign. She’s the author of I Had a Miscarriage: A Memoir, A Movement, and her newest book Normalize It: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame That Shape Women’s Lives is a battle cry for truth, healing, and visibility.We talk about the power of saying the quiet parts out loud—especially when it comes to miscarriage, reproductive health, grief, and the impossible expectations women are expected to carry. This is for anyone who’s tired of pretending everything’s fine and ready to tell the whole story—not just the polished parts.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ The emotional toll of silence, stigma, and “looking fine”✅ Why normalizing miscarriage, loss, and vulnerability matters✅ The importance of speaking up (even when it’s uncomfortable)✅ Why telling your story is healing for you and for othersWhen we normalize what’s real, we free ourselves—and each other. Let’s stop hiding our stories and start healing through them.Connect with Jessica: Book: Normalize It: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame that Shame Women’s LivesIG: https://www.instagram.com/ihadamiscarriage/Related Podcast Episodes:The Good Mother Myth with Nancy Reddy | 274The Resilience Myth with Soraya Chemaly | 249127 / Trauma with Jessi BeyerGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/tiww ! #squarepodShare the Love:If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!🔗 Subscribe & Review:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music
00:37:22
Apr 21, 2025
We’ve been told self-care is selfish, indulgent—even unnecessary. That being a “good woman” means putting everyone else first and clapping for ourselves last. But what if real self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s a radical, world-shifting, life-saving act of rebellion?In this episode, I’m joined by Shelly Tygielski, author of Sit Down to Rise Up and founder of Pandemic of Love, a mutual aid movement that’s provided over $100 million in direct aid. Named one of Mindful.org’s “12 Powerful Women of the Mindfulness Movement,” Shelly is here to help us rethink everything we thought we knew about self-care.We talk about the toxic messages that keep women burned out and worn down, the myth of positive thinking, and how showing up for ourselves—fully and unapologetically—is the foundation of showing up for anyone else. Because self-care isn’t about escape. It’s about power. It’s about choosing yourself on purpose.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ Why self-care is an act of activism—not selfishness✅ The real reason “positive vibes only” can be toxic✅ How to opt out of burnout culture and still get sh*t done✅ The difference between self-soothing and true self-care✅ Creating community care alongside personal care✅ What it really looks like to walk away from the tightrope (and the circus)Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s a revolution. And it starts with you.Connect with Shelly: Website: http://www.shellytygielski.comBook: https://a.co/d/j8gsf7MIG: http://www.instagram.com/mindfulskatergirlFB: http://www.facebook.com/shellymeditationRelated Podcast Episodes:Why We Brush Off The Idea Of Self-Care with Dr. Christine Coleman | 223156 / Cell Care with Dr. Monisha BhanoteHow To Eat Lunch with Cheryl K. Johnson | 277Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/tiww ! #squarepodShare the Love:If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!🔗 Subscribe & Review:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music
00:33:47
Apr 18, 2025
Whether you check your horoscope religiously or just know your sun sign and call it a day, this episode is for you. We’re diving into astrology not as fate or fluff—but as a tool for clarity, confidence, and career alignment.
Joining me is Tali Edut, one half of the iconic AstroTwins duo (yes, the astrologers behind Beyoncé’s chart). Tali and her sister Ophira are celebrity astrologers, authors of over 20 books, and creators of the I*AM System—a framework that blends astrology with leadership and self-awareness. Their newest book, The Astrology Advantage: Use Your Horoscope for Personal and Professional Success, shows how your birth chart can help you navigate relationships, leadership, business, and life... without needing to memorize your moon sign.
We unpack what it means to be an Innovator, Maven, or Authority (I’m an Authority, for the record), and how these archetypes can be your secret edge in work and in life. Think of this as astrology, upgraded—less “woo,” more who you are and how to own it.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ How astrology can support your personal growth and career clarity
✅ The 3 I*AM leadership archetypes—and how to find yours
✅ What a birth chart actually reveals about your natural gifts
✅ Using astrology as a practical tool for decision-making
✅ Why self-awareness is the real success advantage
✅ How to trust your intuition (with or without a star map)
Whether you’re deeply into astrology or just astro-curious, this episode offers practical insight and a few cosmic winks. Because knowing yourself better? That’s always in the stars.
Connect with Tali:
Website: www.astrostyle.com
Book: https://astrostyle.com/astrology-advantage/
Take the I*AM Quiz: https://galaxy.astrostyle.com/go/iam-quiz
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@astrotwins_
IG: https://instagram.com/astrotwins
FB: https://facebook.com/AstroTwins
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00:33:06
Apr 16, 2025
We made it—300 episodes of This Is Woman’s Work! And we’re marking this milestone by giving you something that could seriously change the game in your business or career: the skill of pitching yourself effectively.
Whether you’re dreaming of being a podcast guest, landing a speaking gig, signing a client, or just asking for what you want with confidence—you’re already pitching yourself, every day. But are you doing it well?
In this milestone episode, Nicole breaks down exactly how to pitch yourself to be a podcast guest… and actually hear “yes.” With hundreds of pitches landing in her inbox each month, she shares what makes a guest stand out (or get deleted), the biggest mistakes people make, and why podcast guesting is still one of the most powerful ways to grow your reach, authority, and influence.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ Why we all need to pitch ourselves—and how to do it without feeling gross
✅ The step-by-step process for landing guest spots on podcasts (and more)
✅ A breakdown of the 3 podcast levels: Practice, Peer, and A-List—and how to approach each
✅ The must-haves of a successful podcast pitch (including real examples)
✅ How to craft a pitch that gets read, gets remembered, and gets results
Whether you’re new to pitching or want to level up your game, this episode gives you the exact strategy Nicole and her team use to land guest spots on dozens of podcasts every year.
Because your voice deserves to be heard. And the world needs what only you can bring.
🎁 Get the FREE Podcast Pitch Checklist + Additional Information on your Practice Group, Peer Group, and A-List Group Strategies: https://nicolekalil.com/podcast
📥 Download The Podcast Pitch Checklist Here
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00:27:52
Apr 14, 2025
We live in a world that screams more, more, more—more money, more success, more hustle, more everything. But what if the key to fulfillment isn't more... it's enough?
In this episode, we're joined by Elizabeth Husserl, financial advisor, speaker, and co-founder of Peak360 Wealth Management, to unpack the mindset shift from scarcity to sufficiency. Elizabeth has helped leaders at companies like Airbnb, Google, and Unity redefine their relationship with wealth—and today, she’s helping us do the same.
This conversation is for those of us who technically have enough—but still don’t feel like it. If you’ve ever tied your worth to your bank balance, your achievements, or someone else’s definition of success, this one’s for you. Because true abundance isn’t found in the numbers—it’s found in freedom, contentment, and choice.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ The hidden fears that keep us chasing “more”
✅ Why scarcity is a mindset—and how to break free from it
✅ How to build a wealth philosophy rooted in values, not fear
✅ What “enough” actually means and how to define it for yourself
✅ Letting go of comparison and external validation
✅ How contentment leads to greater confidence, peace, and power
You are enough. You have enough. And believing that? It just might be the most powerful investment you ever make.
Connect with Elizabeth:
Website: http://www.elizabethhusserl.com
Book: https://a.co/d/aSa095I
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethhusserl
IG: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethhusserl/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/conversationswithmoney/
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00:33:57
Apr 09, 2025
We’ve been taught that bragging is bad. That confidence is cocky. That talking about your wins makes you “too much.” But what if we’ve been buying into a lie that’s keeping us small?
Today, we’re rewriting that story with Tiffany Houser—executive coach, leadership facilitator, and founder of EVOLVE and the Self Worth Advantage®. Tiffany’s made it her mission to turn workplace insecurity into authentic self-worth and unapologetic impact. She brings the truth, the tools, and the tough love we need to finally start owning our brilliance—loudly and proudly.
Whether you struggle to speak up in meetings, talk about your wins, or even recognize your own magic, this episode is a masterclass in self-advocacy.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ Why self-promotion isn’t selfish—it’s strategic
✅ The connection between self-worth and visibility
✅ How to share your wins without feeling awkward or arrogant
✅ Tangible tools to start bragging (in a good way) today
✅ Why standing in your power helps everyone around you rise
You have value. You have purpose. You’re not here to dim your light—you’re here to light others up just by being fully, unapologetically you. This isn’t about ego—it’s about impact.
Connect with Tiffany:
Website: https://evolveeq.com/
Self Worth Advantage: https://selfworthadvantage.com/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyhouser/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyhouser/
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00:34:19
Apr 07, 2025
Boundaries vs. Ultimatums with Jan & Jillian Yuhas | 297
On this episode we dive into a topic that affects every single one of us: boundaries. But more specifically, we’re breaking down the key differences between boundaries and ultimatums—because let’s be real, people get these mixed up all the time.
And who better to tackle this than two people who have probably had to master boundary-setting since birth? Identical twins Jan and Jillian Yuhas are Relationship and Conflict Resolution Consultants, as well as international best-selling authors of Boundary Badass: A Powerful Method for Elevating Your Value and Relationships. With backgrounds in psychotherapy and family mediation, they’ve spent over a decade coaching high-achieving entrepreneurs, companies, and families on how to build stronger relationships, set healthy boundaries, and communicate with clarity.
Boundaries aren’t about controlling others—they’re about protecting your time, energy, and values. That means practicing:
🔥 Staying true to yourself
🔥 Prioritizing what matters most
🔥 Communicating your needs with clarity
🔥 Honoring yourself without apology
Because when you respect your own boundaries, others will too.
Connect with Jan & Jillian:
Website: www.twentyeightconsultancy.com
Book: https://a.co/d/ckG4Rli
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00:31:25
Apr 02, 2025
Workplace wellness is broken. Free snacks, ping-pong tables, yoga-at-lunch—none of it actually works if your workplace culture is toxic or disconnected. So what does create a thriving, healthy work environment? According to today’s guests, it starts with leadership—and it’s a lot less about perks and a lot more about people.
We’re diving deep into the real future of workplace wellness with Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer, co-founders of Workr Beeing and co-authors of the book Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives. These two powerhouse I/O psychologists have spent their careers studying what actually works when it comes to employee well-being, team dynamics, and leadership. Spoiler alert: most wellness programs are missing the mark completely.
Workplace wellness doesn’t start with nap pods or smoothie bars—it starts with people feeling seen, heard, and valued. If you’re a leader, this episode is your wake-up call. If you’re not a leader, it’s your permission to want more than burnout and survival.
Connect with Patricia & Katina:
Website: https://workrbeeing.com
Book: https://workrbeeing.com/book/
Podcast: https://workrbeeing.com/podcast/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciagrabarek/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katina-sawyer-ph-d/
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00:34:39
Mar 31, 2025
Business success doesn’t have to be a solo journey. When women partner with intention, they don’t just create thriving businesses—they set a powerful example of what’s possible when collaboration, strategy, and shared vision come together.
In this episode, we’re diving into the real story of female partnerships—what it takes to build, maintain, and thrive in a business partnership that isn’t just about success, but about impact. Laura Landergott and Darcy Ripple, co-founders of Whole Growth Partners, have built a powerhouse marketing agency serving financial services firms, and they know firsthand what makes a partnership work. Laura is the heart-driven marketer who crafts emotional connections, while Darcy brings strategic insights and operational expertise to the table. Their complementary skill sets make them the perfect duo—and today, they’re sharing how to find the right partner, navigate challenges, and build something bigger together.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ The pros and cons of business partnerships—and how to know if it’s right for you
✅ What to look for in a business partner (and red flags to avoid)
✅ How to align strengths and create a balanced, successful collaboration
✅ Why female partnerships are game-changers in business and beyond
Collaboration is a power move! Going solo might seem like the boldest choice, but choosing to build alongside another powerhouse woman? That’s not just bold—it’s game-changing. Female partnerships aren’t just about growing businesses; they’re about rewriting the rules of success.
Connect with Laura & Darcy:
Website: www.wholegrowthpartners.com
LI: www.linkedin.com/company/whole-growth-partners
IG: www.instagram.com/wholegrowthpartners
FB: www.facebook.com/wholegrowthpartners
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@wholegrowthpartners
Book referenced in the episode: Profit First
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00:30:30
Mar 26, 2025
Stress—it’s everywhere, unavoidable, and, if we’re being honest, usually the enemy. But what if we’ve been thinking about it all wrong? What if stress isn’t just something to manage but something we can leverage?
Today, we’re flipping the script on stress with Dr. Sharon Bergquist, an award-winning physician, researcher, and expert in lifestyle medicine, stress science, and longevity. She’s been featured on Good Morning America, CNN, NPR, and The Wall Street Journal, hosts The Whole Health Cure podcast, and has over 6 million views on her TED talk about stress and the body. In her new book, The Stress Paradox: How to Live Longer, Healthier, and Happier with Stress, she unpacks how the right kind of stress can actually make us stronger, healthier, and more resilient—if we learn how to use it correctly.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ The difference between good stress and chronic stress—and why we need the good kind
✅ How stress impacts brain health, aging, and longevity
✅ Five key stressors that shape our physical and mental well-being
✅ Practical strategies to harness stress so it strengthens you instead of exhausting you
Stress isn’t the villain—it’s a skill. When we stop fighting it and start using it, we sharpen our focus, build resilience, and improve our long-term health. Let’s make it work for us instead of against us.
Connect with Dr. Sharon Horesh Bergquist:
Website: https://drsharonbergquist.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Stress-Paradox-Longer-Healthier-Happier/dp/006334596X
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thegoodstressdoctor
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodstressdoctor/
X: https://x.com/TheGoodStressDr/status/1895568273963384878
FB: https://www.instagram.com/thegoodstressdoctor/
10 Simple (And Affordable) Tests For Your Health & Longevity (FREE) https://drsharonbergquist.com/10-tests-to-extend-your-healthspan
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00:35:46
Mar 24, 2025
Getting what you want isn’t just about setting goals—it’s about taking risks, embracing fear, and stepping into uncertainty with courage. It requires trusting yourself, being okay with setbacks, and pushing forward even when people don’t understand or support you.
Today’s guest, Jenny Wood, has built a career helping people go after what they want boldly and unapologetically. A former Google executive, career strategist, and author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It, Jenny founded Own Your Career, one of Google’s largest career development programs. Her insights on personal growth, leadership, and career success have been featured in Harvard Business Review, Entrepreneur, Inc., The New York Times, and Forbes. She’s here to talk about what it really takes to stop waiting and start getting what you want.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ The 9 power traits that help you take action and achieve your goals
✅ How to build wild courage and make bold moves in your career and life
✅ Overcoming fear, self-doubt, and external resistance
✅ Why overthinking keeps you stuck—and how to break free
✅ The mindset shifts that turn aspirations into reality
You don’t need permission—just a decision. Say YES to the things that matter, say NO to what doesn’t, and keep moving forward. The magic happens in the messy, uncertain, doubt-filled space where fear tells you to stop—so go there anyway.
Connect with Jenny Wood:
Website: https://itsjennywood.com/
Book: https://itsjennywood.com/book
Sign Up For Jenny’s Newsletter: https://itsjennywood.com/newsletter
Free Downloadable Resources: https://itsjennywood.com/free
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00:32:08
Mar 19, 2025
Death is something we all have to face, yet most of us avoid talking about it—until we have no choice. But what if we approached it differently? What if we could embrace the inevitable in a way that brings peace, purpose, and even a sense of fulfillment?
Our guest today, Suzanne B. O’Brien, RN, has spent her career at the bedside of over 1,000 end-of-life patients as a hospice and oncology nurse. She is the Founder and CEO of Doulagivers Institute, and her work in end-of-life education has earned her recognition as a Humanitarian Ambassador by Oprah Magazine. In her new book, The Good Death: Supporting Your Loved One Through the End of Life, she shares what it truly means to have a “good death” and how we can prepare for it—both for ourselves and our loved ones.
In This Episode, We Cover:
✅ The four biggest regrets people share on their deathbeds
✅ Why forgiveness is the most powerful tool for healing at the end of life
✅ How to prepare for death in a way that removes fear and adds peace
✅ The role of death doulas and why end-of-life care matters
✅ How to live today in a way that leaves no room for regret
If today was your last day, what would you regret? What’s missing? What’s left unsaid? The answers to these questions aren’t just about dying—they’re about truly living.
Connect with Suzanne B. O’Brien, RN:
Website: https://www.suzannebobrien.com/
Book: https://thegooddeathbook.com/
9 Questions Document (Free download): https://doulagivers.com/the-doulagivers-9-choice-advance-directive/
Doula Givers (Free) Resource Center: https://doulagivers.com/free-resource-page/
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00:34:57
Mar 17, 2025
Women excel in school—higher GPAs, more degrees, more advanced education—yet the moment they enter the workforce, the advantage disappears. And when it comes time for promotions, the numbers tell a stark truth: for every 100 men promoted to manager, only 81 women make the jump. This gap compounds over time, keeping women from reaching senior leadership long before they ever get a shot at the top.
This is what our guest today, Kweilin Ellingrud, calls The Broken Rung—the single biggest obstacle preventing women from advancing in their careers. As a McKinsey senior partner, researcher, and co-author of The Broken Rung: When the Career Ladder Breaks for Women—and How They Can Succeed in Spite of It, Kweilin has spent years studying this issue and developing actionable strategies to help women navigate and overcome these barriers—regardless of whether their companies are ready to fix the system.
No one’s saying you have to climb the corporate ladder. If you want to build your own, take a completely different route, or burn the whole damn thing down—I support you. But if you do want to climb, the bare minimum should be that your ladder is as solid, as high-reaching, and as accessible as anyone else’s.
So climb. We’ll be holding the ladder for you.
Connect with Kweilin Ellingrud:
Book: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-on-books/the-broken-rung
Women in the Workplace 2024 Report: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/women-in-the-workplace
Implicit Association Test: https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatouchtestv2.html
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00:35:12
Mar 14, 2025
The word influencer gets thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean in today’s digital world? It’s more than just followers and filters—it’s about impact, leadership, and showing up authentically on the world’s biggest online stages.
Rachel Levin, the force behind RCLBeauty101, is redefining what it means to be a digital creator, musician, and entrepreneur. With over 14 million YouTube subscribers, 4 million Instagram followers, and 1.4 million TikTok fans, she’s a trailblazer shaping trends and setting new standards across multiple industries. Her debut single, Myself, and latest release, IDWABF, continue her mission of empowering and inspiring audiences worldwide.
In This Episode, We Cover:
What it really means to be an influencer in 2024
How Rachel built a massive platform while staying authentic
The evolution of content creation and personal branding
Balancing creativity, business, and mental health in the digital space
How to use influence to inspire, empower, and create real impact
Not everyone wants to be an influencer, but we all have the power to influence. Whether it’s in your career, community, or creative work, the key is showing up with intention, purpose, and heart.
Connect with Rachel Levin:
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOn2ipDFGKckPixQ7MXd_OA
YouTube RCL Beauty: https://www.youtube.com/rclbeauty101
IG: https://www.instagram.com/rclbeauty101/?hl=en
Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/rclbeauty101?locale=en-US
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rclbeauty101?lang=en
Link To Single: “Lost In My Mind”
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00:23:45
Mar 12, 2025
Did you know there’s an actual science to uncovering your hidden genius? It’s not about filling out a “dream job” worksheet—it’s about understanding how your brain is wired, identifying your natural aptitudes, and using them to thrive.
This isn’t just a self-discovery exercise. It’s a game-changer for your career, your relationships, and how you show up in the world.
Betsy Wills and Alex Ellison are redefining how we approach career discovery, proving that finding the right path isn’t just about landing a job—it’s about creating a life that aligns with who you actually are.
✅ Betsy Wills – Cofounder of YouScience, a groundbreaking psychometric assessment platform reshaping how we understand our talents. She’s also the Director of Marketing & Branding at Diversified Trust and a frequent lecturer at Vanderbilt University and NYU’s Stern School of Business.
✅ Alex Ellison – Founder of Throughline Guidance, a global college and career counseling practice. She’s a sought-after writer, speaker, and expert in college readiness and career development.
✅ Together, they co-authored Your Hidden Genius: The Science-Backed Strategy to Uncovering and Harnessing Your Innate Talents.
Discovering your hidden genius isn’t just about career success—it’s about tapping into what makes you, you.
Connect with Betsy & Alex:
Website (Free Downloads): www.yourhiddengenius.com
Book: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/your-hidden-genius-elizabeth-m-willsalexandra-ellison
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00:32:08
Mar 10, 2025
Ever caught yourself thinking, Why am I like this? Maybe you wish you were more outgoing, less anxious, better at setting boundaries, or just less awkward at small talk (or maybe that’s just me).
But this episode isn’t about forcing you to become someone you’re not. It’s about understanding how personality works, what’s actually within our control, and whether we can tweak the internal settings to become a version of ourselves we actually like being.
And that’s exactly what our guest set out to prove—through science and a little self-experimentation.
Olga Hazan is an award-winning journalist, staff writer for The Atlantic, and the author of Me, But Better, where she explores the science of personality change. But she didn’t just research it—she spent a year experimenting on herself, testing whether she could intentionally reshape key aspects of her personality. Because why just write about something when you can live it?
The truth is, whether you like it or not, you are changing. The question is: do you want to have a say in how?
Connect with Olga Khazan:
Website: https://olgakhazan.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/olganator/
Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Me-But-Better/Olga-Khazan/9781668012543
Substack: https://olgakhazan.substack.com/
X: https://x.com/olgakhazan
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00:32:13
Mar 05, 2025
Spiritual health isn’t about following a specific religion, meditating on a mountaintop, or taking the sacrament (unless you want to do those things). It’s about something deeper—our connection to something greater than ourselves, our capacity for faith, and the hope that carries us through life’s challenges.
Dr. Lisa Miller is a New York Times bestselling author of The Spiritual Child and The Awakened Brain. She’s a professor in the Clinical Psychology Program at Teachers College, Columbia University, and the founder of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute—the first Ivy League graduate program dedicated to the study of spirituality and psychology.
Her groundbreaking research has been published in over 100 peer-reviewed articles, and she’s a sought-after speaker, working with the U.S. military, Fortune 500 companies, schools, and healthcare organizations to integrate spirituality into mental health and leadership.
Spirituality isn’t just a belief system—it’s a proven driver of resilience, purpose, and well-being. In this episode, we dive into:
✔️ How spiritual health impacts mental resilience and emotional well-being
✔️ The neuroscience behind spirituality and how it physically changes the brain
✔️ Why faith—whether in God, the universe, or your inner wisdom—makes you stronger
✔️ Practical ways to nurture your spiritual health (without needing a formal practice)
Because here’s the truth: Whatever created you, lives within you—and that alone makes you inherently valuable, worthy, and powerful.
Connect with Dr. Lisa Miller:
Website: https://www.lisamillerphd.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lisamillerlis
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00:28:01
Mar 03, 2025
🤔What does it truly mean to belong at work?
💭How do we create workplaces where people can thrive without sacrificing who they are?
❓And what happens when belonging feels out of reach?
If you’ve ever felt like an outsider in your workplace or wondered how to cultivate a culture of true inclusion, this episode is for you.
Dr. Beth Kaplan is a leading expert in workplace resilience and belonging. As a sought-after consultant, speaker, and author of Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point, she has spent decades redefining what it means to belong in professional environments. She’s currently pioneering a groundbreaking belonging measurement tool with the University of Pennsylvania—one that predicts the likelihood of thriving in the workplace.
Belonging isn’t just about feeling good at work—it’s about knowing you’re in the right place to thrive, contribute, and grow. It’s a foundation that fuels everything from innovation to resilience. And when we recognize our own value and claim spaces where we can show up authentically, we make room for others to do the same. That’s how we transform workplaces into communities.
Because here’s the truth: When you feel valued, you show up, speak up, and make the impact only you can.
Connect with Dr. Beth Kaplan:
Website: https://drbethkaplan.com/
Book: Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-kaplan/
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00:31:52
Feb 28, 2025
In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of organization to alleviate overwhelm and reclaim mental clarity. Studies reveal that while 87% of Americans believe organization is a learnable skill, less than 18% feel organized in their daily lives. Clutter not only affects our physical spaces but also impacts our mental well-being, leading to increased stress and decreased productivity.
Our guest, Lisa Woodruff, is the founder and CEO of Organize 365, a platform dedicated to teaching individuals the skill of organizing to unlock their time and potential. She is the author of several books, including How ADHD Affects Home Organization and The Paper Solution, which provide practical strategies for managing household organization and paper clutter. Lisa's ongoing research aims to make the invisible work at home visible, helping individuals externalize routine tasks that consume mental energy, thereby freeing up cognitive resources for more meaningful activities.
By creating environments that support and inspire you, you can focus on what brings you joy and eliminate distractions that hold you back. As always, we're redefining what it means to do woman's work in today's world—on your terms, in your way—free from clutter and overwhelm. Because when you clear the clutter, you make space for your greatness.
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Website: http://organize365.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawoodruff/
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00:32:28
Feb 26, 2025
In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner.
Our guest, Shari Dunn, is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work, unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future.
Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us.
Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn
Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com
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