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Thrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWhat Do You Really Need? A Conversation About Thriving, Boundaries, and Letting Yourself Take Up Space with Mara Glatzel EP161Thrivesters , this conversation is the one you didn’t know you needed.How many times have you heard “advocate for yourself,” or “you have to meet your own needs,” and thought… but I don’t even know what I need?This week, I’m joined by the brilliant and deeply grounded Mara Glatzel - author of Needy: How to Advocate for Your Needs and Claim Your Sovereignty. She's a coach, writer, mother of dragons (okay, daughters), and the queen of helping women stop outsourcing their well-being and start reclaiming their relationship with themselves.Together, we go...2025-07-2548 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWhat Are You Still Carrying? EP160This one hit me hard, Thrivesters and I knew I had to bring this straight to the Hive.After three weeks on the road, I finally unpacked my big overflowing work bag - and I was blown away at what I found.Ten pens. Five lip balms. Three lipsticks. Two notepads. A dirty spoon (yes, really). And a whole lot of stuff I didn’t need - physically and emotionally.That bag was heavy. And not just in pounds.This episode is your invitation to take inventory of what you’re carr...2025-07-1815 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastEnergy Is Currency: Spend It Like You Mean It EP159I’ve said it before, Thrivesters, and I’ll say it again: my energy is nonrenewable, and I can’t get it back.Summer can be glorious, but it can also be a thief. Even the “good” stress - the parties, beach days, houseguests, late nights - ALL THE FUN THINGS still register as stress in your body.Your nervous system doesn’t care how fabulous your calendar looks; it just knows you’re running hot.This week inside The Hive, we’re talking about how to protect your most valuable resource: your energy.You...2025-07-1125 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Hive is Alive and Waiting: How to Spot the Women Who Get You EP158After three weeks, twelve planes, five hotels, and more real conversations than I can count, I felt something incredibly powerful, Thrivesters:I felt the power of the HIVE. The HIVE IS ALIVE (and it’s global)!No matter where I went in the world, I made real connections with the women I met. Everywhere.In airports, spas, at the gym - even when we didn’t speak the same language - we saw each other.WOW what a feeling.I’ve traveled quite a bit and in fact, used to tra...2025-07-0415 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastSpotify, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and a Spiritual Reset EP157For 15 years, I gave myself every excuse not to run.Wrong shoes.Wrong gear.Too tired.Too cold.My feet hurt.You name it - I said it. And I believed it.Until one morning in Crete. I’m at this beautiful outdoor gym. No water. No socks. No Netflix. A total act of God that my AirPods even connected.I hit play and on comes Lynyrd Skynyrd. “Gimme Three Steps.”I start walking. Then jogging.Then running.And I couldn’t stop. I...2025-06-2019 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThriving Isn’t Just Doing More of What You Love - Even Joy Needs Boundaries EP156You love your life. Your work lights you up. You days are full of exciting things.And yet…You’re exhausted. A little irritable.  Foggy.Burned out and confused, because everything you're doing is good.This week, we’re diving into a truth that high-achievers often ignore:Even good stress is still stress.And when you don’t give your body time to recover, it doesn’t matter how "amazing" your life looks on the outside - your nervous system will start to break down on the inside.Enter Dr. Audra Lance - elite performance and recover...2025-06-1343 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastMid-Year Reset - What Still Matters and What Doesn't? EP155Half the year is almost behind us. Thrivesters.So let’s stop, breathe, and ask ourselves:Is what we’ew working on… still worth working toward?Today I’m inviting you to pause and take stock - not with guilt or shame, but with clarity and conviction.Because if a goal hasn’t gotten your attention in six months, it might not be your goal anymore. Perhaps it never was. And that’s okay.I’m walking you through my own mid-year check-in - across seven areas of priorities for my life.So...2025-06-0616 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastFrom Burnout to Breakthrough: Rebuilding Life on Your Terms EP154She left the job.The title.The hustle.And finally - she found herself.In this raw and soulful episode, I’m sitting down with Crystal Ellis - a wellness coach, speaker, and self-described “spreadsheet yogi” whose story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we stop performing and start living with intention.Crystal built the life she thought she should: Successful career, fitness ninja, Auntie, girlfriend, daughter - all the boxes checked and ready to say yes to the next ask.And behind the perfect resume was a woman...2025-05-301h 04Thrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastAre You Ready for a Big Life Change or Are You Impatient? EP153You’re craving a fresh start.New season. New space. New chapter.Thrivesters, I get it.  It’s exciting when you finally figure out what you want.  Who you want to be.  Where you want to go.   When you know, you want to START RIGHT NOW.And here’s where you need a reality check because if you jump too soon – it’s very possible you’ll have to redo it all.   Not to mention the cost of leaping without a net:Time, energy, resources, and your mental health.Today,  we’re talki...2025-05-2319 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWhen the Decision Feels Too Big - Here's What to Do EP152Big Life Decision? Don’t Go It Alone.You know those massive, overwhelming, life-changing decisions that leave you wishing someone would just TELL YOU what to do?Good news, Thrivesters! You don’t need to outsource this process - you CAN and WILL figure it out on your own if you follow this ONE tip: :Build and nurture your Personal Board of Directors.This isn’t your pickleball crew or brunch besties. There are your truth-tellers; the ones who help you make the hard calls with clarity and confidence. Those who tell y...2025-05-1631 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastLiving Your Values When You're Overwhelmed and OVER IT EP151Too Much on Your Plate, Thrivesters?  Let’s Talk Value Buckets.What do you do when your calendar is chaos and everything feels important?  You don’t have to DO ALL THE THINGS, you don’t have to feel guilty and you don’t have to make decisions which aren’t aligned with your own priorities.Instead, you can try my go-to tool: Value Buckets. It’s part clarity hack, part energy shield, and a forensic way to help you make decisions that align with what actually matter to YOU.This method is precise, unemo...2025-05-0918 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Thrive Vibe Summer - 3 Things to do Now EP150ou know that feeling when it's Labor Day and you wonder where the summer went? Not this year, Thrivesters! Today we're talking all about how to have a Thrive Vibe Summer. Move over Hot Girl Summer - we prefer to THRIVE.Whether you're running a business, working full-time, raising a family (or all of the above), this episode will help you intentionally create a summer that supports your energy, your goals, and your peace .I'm giving you 3 Simple Things you can do right now to make sure your summer feels light, free, and full of joy. This...2025-05-0222 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastHijacking Joy: 3 Ways to Shift Your Energy Fast EP149Are you feeling stuck, flat, or just off your game, Podsters?  Or, have you ever felt this way?I’m coming in hot today to remind you that you are NOT ALONE.  And you don’t’ have to stay in any funk, any feeling of meh or any “emotional valley” for long.  Here’s how to get yourself out:Today I’m taking about how to hijack joy -  in the best possible way. Inspired by the PR concept of newsjacking (riding the wave of what’s happening in the world), this conversation is about how you can consciou...2025-04-2520 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastFinding the Glimmer: How High-Achieving Women Can Regulate Stress and Reclaim Joy EP148I was sitting in the emergency room, calm as could be. I wasn’t pacing, I wasn’t tapping my foot, and I wasn’t torqued up. I was actually... CALM. And I knew exactly why.Ever heard of a glimmer, Podsters?A glimmer is a scientific, nervous-system-soothing micro-moment that can shift your entire day.   These are often-overlooked experiences that spark calm, connection, and joy… and they matter more than we think.Today, I’m sharing why I’ve become obsessed with this concept, how a small mo...2025-04-1822 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastReinvention with Intention: Why I Burned It All Down to Build the Thrive Hive EP147Welcome Podsters, to the inaugural episode of The Thrive Hive Podcast -  where success meets reinvention and nothing, I mean nothing is off limits.We’ve been  buzzing about the Hive for weeks and finally, in today’s launch episode, I’m sharing the good, the bad and the ugly about why I made the bold move to completely reinvent my brand, my business, and my life.After five years of building the Unmute Yourself brand I felt the shift and realized: it’s time to stop performing and start alig...2025-04-1121 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Ripple Effect of Judgment & How to Stop Letting It Hold You Back EP146Whether it’s your neighbor side-eyeing your recycling habits or a random stranger silently evaluating your snack choices, judgment is happening. And guess what? You can’t stop it.So if they’re gonna judge you anyway… why not do what you actually want to do?This week, we’re diving deep into the fear of judgment and the ripple effect it has - not just on you, but on the people you’re meant to serve. I’ll share real-life stories, including a client who almost didn’t take the leap in...2025-03-2618 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThriving or Surviving? A 5-Year Post-Pandemic Reality Check EP145Welcome back Podsters!It’s been five years since the world shut down, and in that stillness, many of us made big promises to ourselves - about our careers, our well-being, our boundaries, and the kind of lives we are committed to living.So here’s the BIG question:  Are we keeping these promises?Today’s episode takes a look at:✅ The commitments we made to ourselves (and others) - and where we stand now✅ Why it’s so easy to slip back into "comfortable" and pick up old habits instead of do...2025-03-1221 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastFine is a 4-Letter Word: 5 Signs It’s Time to Reinvent Your Life EP144Podsters, are you getting tired of  saying, "I’m fine" when you know you’re not? Are you terrified to admit, or even worse ACT on the life disrupting changes you need to make in order to truly thrive?This episode is your wake-up call and it’s long overdue for me personally.Today I’m breaking down five undeniable signs that it’s time to reinvent your life. I know because I’ve lived them. When I realized my business was running on autopilot, I got real with myself, went...2025-03-0529 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastStop Waiting: How to Build a Life You Actually Want EP143Podsters, we're drilling down on the 3 steps that help you stop looking at someone else’s journey and start celebrating the life you’re actively creating.I’m unpacking how manifesting your ideal life isn’t about waiting on the couch for magic; it’s about declaring what you want, getting crystal clear on your vision, believing in its possibility, and taking bold, decisive action.What You’ll Learn:Gain Clarity - Define your personal vision for success.Believe in Possibility -Understand why the life you dream of...2025-02-2620 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWomen Supporting Women - How Networking Increases Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities EP142In honor of Galentine’s Day - today’s episode is dedicated to the women in our lives.We’re diving into thepower of your female network- why it matters, how it differs from traditional (often male-focused) networking, and its undeniable impact on your career and personal growth.🔹How men and women network differently🔹Why women with strong female networks rank 2.5x higher in their organizations (yes, there’s data to back this up!)🔹How to build, nurture, and leverage your female network - even if you don’t have one yet...2025-02-1227 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastHow Your Style Can Make or Break Your Success with Elisa Ellis EP141People form their opinion of you in seven seconds.  You read that right, Podsters – seven seconds. Think about all the time we spend in creating our personal brand.  The things we say, the things we do – how we show up.  And all of this hard work and investment can vanish in seconds because of your clothes. Your brand never sleeps. How you present yourself impacts how people perceive you, from the second  you walk out your door.  We aren’t talking designer labels or being “on trend”.  No – it’s about finding what works for your life...2025-02-0554 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastLet Go or Get Left Behind: 3 Things You Need to Ditch for Success in 2025 EP138Are you still making the same tired New Year’s resolutions? Year after year, you swear this is the year you’ll change… but then you find yourself right back where you started by February? Well, guess what, Podsters? This episode is about to flip your New Year’s resolution game on its head. We’re getting real and we’re getting tactical—because it’s time to break the cycle. In this episode, we’re diving into three simple (not-so-simple-to-execute) things you need to let go of in 2025 to start thriving at work, in your relationships, and in your life.2025-01-1524 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastPlan Less, Do More: How to Turn Your Goals Into Reality with Kathleen Lawson EP137Podsters, we’re back! Welcome to 2025 and the first episode of Unmute Yourself, now in our fourth season. It’s incredible how far we’ve come, and we’re starting the year strong. Today’s episode is all about making sure you’re actually getting stuff done with your big ideas, instead of just dreaming about them (no shade on dreamers, but it’s time to level up, Podsters). Execution is where many of us get stuck, and that’s why Kathleen Lawson, business strategist and fan favorite here at Unmute Yourself is back with us again today. So...2025-01-0858 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastNew Year's Day Intention - Set Yourself Up for Success in 2025 EP136Podsters, it’s Christmas week, so happy holidays, happy new year, happy whatever you celebrate! With New Years Day right around the corner, I want to talk about how you’re bringing in the new year, specifically what you’re doing on January 1st. Last year, I threw a big New Year’s Day party, and this whole year ended up being way more non-stop than I wanted. So this time, I’m switching it up: I signed up for a two-hour yoga workshop on January 1st. I kept resisting it, fearing something else might come along, but I deci...2024-12-2310 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive Podcast12 WAYS TO THRIVE in 2025, Define Success and Live Your Best Life EP135Hey Podsters – You’ve heard of the 12 days of Christmas, but what about 12 WAYS TO THRIVE in 2025? You’re ready for YOUR version of success. Here’s the truth: success looks different at every stage of life. What fired you up in your 20s might not cut it now. And let’s be real; titles, money, or relationships alone will never feel like “enough.” So, let’s break it down and figure out how to make sure you THRIVE in ’25 -  and how you’ll really know when you’ve made it. Define Success...2024-12-1838 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastDo These Three Things to Beat Overwhelm This Holiday Season EP134Alright, Podsters, we all know the holiday season can get chaotic, but it doesn’t have to leave you feeling stressed, overextended, or completely overwhelmed. So let’s break down what each of these really means: Stress: This one feels like pressure. It’s temporary and signals that you’re working through a challenge. You’re still functional, but juggling a lot. Overextended: This is the hard truth—it’s when you’ve taken on more than you can handle. Something’s got to give. Overwhelmed: The emotional rollercoaster. Overwhelm is consuming and can cause you to s...2024-12-1126 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThree Questions to Thrive in 2025 EP133Podsters, December is here, and it’s time to reflect before the new year rush begins. In this shorty episode, I’m sharing three powerful high-gain questions to help you focus on what truly matters so you can thrive in 2025. Here are the three questions: I am most joyful when… What lights you up and brings you happiness? Who in my life makes me feel most like myself? Who helps you feel authentic and alive? What or who brings me the most peace? What calms your soul and creates clarity? Thes...2024-12-0412 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastReal Gratitude vs. Toxic Gratitude this ThanksgivingThanksgiving vibes, Podsters! This week, I’m keeping it short and sweet. As we reflect on gratitude, I’m beyond thankful for YOU. 61 countries strong! Your shares, tags, and support make this podcast possible. Thank you! I’m currently with a friend for our annual tradition of unplugging and recharging before the holidays because self-care is everything. This is how we can make the holiday’s enjoyable. Take care of yourself this week, and I’ll see you back here soon. Don’t miss last week’s boundary chat with Barb Nagle, and check out the...2024-11-2704 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastHoliday Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace This Season (and Beyond) EP131It’s here, Podsters - the Holiday Hustle is upon us and while the holidays are a time of joy and connection, they can also bring a lot of stress. With family gatherings, social events, and end-of-year workplace demands, it’s easy to lose sight of your own needs. In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back Barb Nangle, a boundary coach extraordinaire. She is here to help us UNMUTE our BOUNDARIES and stand strong, especially during the holiday season. How and When to Set Boundaries with Others: Get ahead of holiday stress by settin...2024-11-201h 01Thrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Glass Cliff: Is It a Step Up or a Set Up? EP130Podsters, let’s get real: ever notice how women leaders often get handed the wheel just as the ship is sinking? Every time we see a woman being tapped to lead during a crisis, it’s like, “She’s got this! She’ll turn it around!” But here’s the thing—are they set up to succeed or just positioned for scrutiny? Today, we’re diving into the phenomenon of the “glass cliff.” Unlike the glass ceiling that keeps women from reaching leadership, the glass cliff is when women finally do get those top roles…but often in times of major crisis...2024-11-1321 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Strategic Pause: Your Secret Weapon for a Total Reboot EP129Hey there, Podsters! With the holiday season gearing up, it’s that time of year when the to-do lists get longer than a CVS receipt. Goals, gatherings, gift wrapping, and maybe a touch of seasonal burnout - sound familiar? So, what’s the antidote to all this chaos? A strategic pause. Nope, this isn’t about dropping everything and running off to an island (though that sounds amazing, right?). This is about intentionally stepping back, not to quit but to realign and regroup. Think of it as a refresh button for your life a...2024-11-0626 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastBurnout Be Gone: Boundaries, Balance, and Breathing Room with Cara Houser EP128Today’s episode is very timely and very personal, Podsters. I’m joined today by Cara Houser, a powerhouse advocate for prioritizing what matters and together we’re calling out burnout and digging into how we can take back control. Forget the endless grind-this episode is all about making room for joy, setting boundaries that work for us, and, yes, taking a breather when life feels chaotic. We are unpacking the reality of balancing big ambitions with the need for self-care, especially when life’s a little chaotic. ...2024-10-3055 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastShould I Stay or Should I Go? The Career Crossroad Dilemma EP127Should I stay or should I go? We’ve all been there Podsters, feeling like something's not quite right. Yet not sure if we’re having a rough day or if it’s time to make a big change. For me, this feeling is unsettling - kind of like driving the car when it starts making a strange noise. Uh-oh. Is this bad? Is it nothing? Should I turn up the radio and ignore? Should I take this seriously and pull over to check under the hood? As I said...very unsettling. This happens in our lives as well and he...2024-10-2322 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastFrom People-Pleaser to Power Player: Addressing Bad Behavior at Work EP126Podsters, today we’re talking about the perils of being "overly agreeable" (a.k.a. people-pleasing) in leadership. We've all been there, right? That moment when you nod along in a meeting, even when your gut is screaming, "Seriously?!" It’s called being "overly agreeable" (a nicer way to say people-pleasing), and while it sounds harmless, it’s about as useful as a screen door on a submarine when it comes to stepping up as a leader. And this applies to everyone Podsters, whether you're running the show, climbing the ladder, or running your own business; bending over b...2024-10-1632 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Feedback Formula: Grow, Glow, and Let the Rest Go EP125Hey, Podsters! Have you heard the expression, “Feedback is a gift”? Sure, sometimes feedback shows up at our door as a beautifully wrapped present, but other times... It's more like an unsolicited mystery package that leaves you scratching your head about the sender. People love to give feedback—partners, clients, bosses, even random strangers. And while a lot of it is super helpful, let’s be real: not all feedback comes from a place of positive intent. So, how do you figure out which advice to embrace and which to toss straight into the metaphorical trash? Today...2024-10-0921 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastActing 'As If' Can Change Everything in Your Life, Business, and Career EP124Hey there, Podsters! Quick question for you: If doctors, pro athletes, and scientists use visualization to transform health, boost performance, and hit major goals, why aren’t we doing the same for our own lives? It's time to change that, Podsters and that’s exactly what we are going to do today. Today, we’re talking about the magic of acting as if you've already achieved your goals. That’s right - and this isn’t just woo-woo —it’s backed by science. Whether it’s performance coaches with athletes or doctors guiding patients to better health...2024-10-0225 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastOwn the Room: 3 Public Speaking Tips to Make ‘Em Remember You EP123Hey Podsters! Ready to level up your public speaking game? Whether it's the boardroom, a client presentation, or even a networking event, owning the room can make all the difference for you personally and professionally. Today, we’re talking about how to leave a lasting impact—not just with what you say, but with how you make people feel. Here are three game-changing tips to help you do just that. Know the RoomI know, sounds basic, right? But this little detail is everything. Knowing the physical space can turn...2024-09-2526 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastOvercoming Self-Doubt: Debunking Imposter Syndrome EP121This has been weighing on my mind so we are bringing it back and jumping back to episode #1 with debunking imposter syndrome. You are having a feeling, not a medical condition.  Feelings are not facts. They are a temporary experience.  A feeling.  So now that we know this...what do we do? In this episode, we talk about how to recognize, deal with, and prevent future feelings of being an imposter.  Spoiler alert - men feel it too.  The difference?  They take action anyway. Ready to move out of imposter feelings, here are the 3 R’s for su...2024-09-1023 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastTime vs Money Continuum: A Balancing Act to Lead a Fulfilling Life EP120Podsters! We’re in the final stretch of 2024 with just four months left, and it’s time to make sure you’re not stressing yourself out. We need to talk about how to really value your time, make smart trade-offs, and think about how you want to live the rest of this year. Some fine tuning right now could totally change the trajectory of your career. So, it’s September, my favorite month! I love those cool mornings where you can rock a sweatshirt with shorts, only to have to ditch the sweatshirt later wh...2024-09-0328 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive Podcast3 Tips to Savor September & Keep Those Summer Vibes Going Through Fall EP119It’s fall, Podsters!  The chill in the morning air, the sweatshirts coming out of storage, leaves falling (yes, my lawn is covered in leaves) all mean one thing – summer is over.  And as summer winds down, you might find yourself feeling a bit of that seasonal stress creeping in.   You know what I mean… the shift from the laid-back vibe of summer to the busyness of fall can be a lot to handle. Enter, September Scaries. You’re not alone Podsters and guess what? This is the perfect time to level up in both your life an...2024-08-2724 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastUnmasking Success: The Unfiltered Roadmap to Explosive Business & Personal Growth EP118You know when you meet someone and you know immediately that they’re going to be in your life? An instant connection - - might be a lighting bolt and might be simply a KNOWING. Well Posters, that’s what happened to me two years ago when I first heard Tiffany Carter speak on a podcast. She’s a highly successful entrepreneur, host of the #5 podcast for business, multi-millionaire business owner and all around beautiful human being. She’s also my friend, my mentor and my business coach and today we are holding nothing...2024-08-201h 00Thrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastIs Your Inner Circle Helping or Hindering Your Success? EP117Look around, Podsters - and look closely.  Your environment (the people you hang with, the places you go, the information you take in, all of it) shapes your thoughts and beliefs.  Your beliefs shape your behavior.  And we all know – your behavior shapes your outcomes.  So, I ask… Who are you surrounding yourself with? You know the saying, "your net worth is the average of the five people you spend the most time with"? Well, I'd take it a step further and say your value (which is your currency), is shape...2024-08-1327 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastBeat the Summer Slump with 3 Steps to Find Your Motivation When You're Not Into It EP116Are you ready make the bold move, step into who you know you are meant to be and finally DO THE THING? Join my DO THE THING RETREAT. Learn more ⁠HERE⁠, or get in touch to ask me anything! We're in the heart of summer, and distractions are everywhere, so staying focused and true to yourself professionally can be tough. Today, I'm sharing three steps to get yourself back on track when you're just not that into it. First, know and leverage your peak productivity. You know when you're most productive so schedule your...2024-08-0621 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastDitch the Doubt, Own Your Decisions and Master the Art of True Confidence EP115Join the DO THE THING RETREAT. Learn more ⁠HERE⁠, or get in touch to ask me anything! What's up, Podsters? Today, we’re peeling back the curtain TRUE self-confidence.  I mean REALLY honoring your decisions, trusting your instincts and the difference between boundaries and simple decisions.   In fact, we are adopting a powerful mantra for the week…are you ready? "You don't get to decide how I react to you." Partially inspired by recent conversations Samantha Parker and upcoming chat with Tiffany Carter, (spoiler alert… both confident and highly successful business wome...2024-07-3022 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastHow to Stop Tripping Yourself Up, Conquering Self-Sabotage EP114Join the DO THE THING RETREAT. Learn more HERE, or get in touch to ask me anything! Today, I’m shining a light on a topic that has been coming up in many conversations with my clients but rarely discussed: SELF-SABOTAGE. Whether it’s in your career, business, health, happiness, or relationships, self-sabotaging behaviors can quietly undermine your success and negatively impact your well-being. At work, these behaviors might include procrastination on important projects, perfectionism that prevents you from finishing tasks, avoiding opportunities to network, or downplaying your accomplishments to avoid...2024-07-2352 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastUnapologetically You: The Transformative Power of Vulnerability EP113Are you ready make the bold move, shut down the stories in your head and finally DO THE THING? 📣 5 like-minded, powerhouse women committed to stepping out of our day-to-day for 2.5 days in November to DO THE THING. Private one on one coaching, group brainstorming and your own customized, tactical plan as together we hold each other accountable and finally we will DO THE THING. Learn more HERE, or get in touch to ask me anything! It's time to DO THE THING. Welcome back Podsters to this week’s ELECTRIFYING episode with...2024-07-1638 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastIt's Time to Get Serious About Your Summer Bucket List EP112Podsters, THIS IS YOUR REMINDER! Grab your favorite notebook and pen and let’s write out that Summer Bucket List! What if I told you there is a way to celebrate joy, focus on your priorities, hold yourself accountable for what matters most, and have a boatload of fun along the way? Would you do it? Would you want to do it? I know you would. Who doesn’t want more happiness in their life. That's exactly what I’m going to share with you today. The why, how, and what to add...2024-07-0215 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastLeveraging LinkedIn – Three Quick Branding Tips to Amplify Your LinkedIn Profile this Summer and Set Yourself Up for Fall with Miranda Von Fricken EP110Summer is here, Podsters! No one loves summer more than I do and as a follow up to last week’s episode, we're diving into how you can make the most of your summer- at work AND at home. Today we are talking about the “wait until I’m more focused” approach and how this will always lead you back to bring one of the herd.  We won’t do that around here at Unmute Yourself the Podcast so today I’ve brought in THE leading authority on LinkedIn and global branding expert – Miranda Von Fricken.  This Queen of Cool is...2024-06-1841 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastIt's Okay to Not Be Okay! EP108Today, I’m here to close the loop on something I’ve promised to discuss. For those of you who have been following along, you know I’ve been going through some stuff lately, and I said I’d come back to talk about it. So here I am, ready to share why it’s okay not to be okay and why we need to normalize it. When I was going through my rough patch, it was shocking how often people would ask how I was doing, and I’d automatically respond with, “I’m great, how are you?” even w...2024-06-0425 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastSummer Bucket List EP107Podsters, what if I told you there is a way to celebrate joy, focus on your priorities, hold yourself accountable for what matters most, and have a boatload of fun along the way? Would you do it? Would you want to do it? I know you would. Who doesn’t want more happiness in their life. That's exactly what I’m going to share with you today. The why, how, and what to add to your summer bucket list. This isn’t just another to do list where it feels like work t...2024-05-2114 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastOwn Your Why (Part 2) EP106Hello, Podsters! I’ve been noticing recently that every woman I’m working with, particularly in  ⁠Speaker School⁠- EVERY ONE has one thing in common. It doesn’t matter if they want to share their stories on stage, host workshops, write books, or simply live their truth; there is ONE common thread between everyone. It’s the power of their story. So today, we are diving in.  Head first into the TRUE WHY for your story.  Your goals.  Your dreams.  WHY is THIS THING so important?  And why is that why so important? Today I’m taking...2024-05-1425 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe ONE Thing Holding You Back - Breaking Through Barriers and Shattering Your Own Glass Ceiling EP104Podsters, there is only one word to describe this week’s episode and it’s ELECTRIC. That’s right - we are back with a renewed energy, outlook and electricity and diving deep into the one thing that holds most of us back from living a life where we truly THRIVE. Get ready to unleash your inner powerhouse as we uncover the secrets to overcoming imposter syndrome, fear of being seen, and other limiting beliefs. Joining me today is the incredible Branda Johnston, a subconscious mindset strategist and energy mentor who you may remember as the NUMBER ONE mo...2024-04-3056 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastBecoming Unforgettable: The Power of Personal Branding Through Style EP98Are you ready to step into the spotlight and the power of your personal style? Today we're diving into the transformative power of personal style. Gone are the days when fashion was just about looking good. Now, your style is your super-power and a tool to unlock your confidence, live your brand and engineer your own success. “When my clothes don’t fit, I feel like I don’t fit”. Nancy There’re nothing more uncomfortable than feeling like you don’t fit. Style is not a siz...2024-03-1942 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastVulnerability EP68Nancy’s Do The Thing Retreat On Cape Cod:⁠ **apply here.**⁠ Human connection has never been more important, Podsters and in this week’s episode we discuss the magic that happens when you let people see you for who you really are. On stage, in a meeting, with a client and even (or especially) at home. Vulnerability is the key to success in all areas of our lives, yet, we are often times afraid to be ourselves. All our lives we’ve been taught to fit in, to conform. Think about it – we start wit...2023-09-1930 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastNext Chapters: Redefining Success at Each New Level of Your Life EP64Nancy’s Do The Thing Retreat On Cape Cod: Early Bird pricing ENDS NEXT WEEK so learn more and⁠ **apply here.**⁠ Buckle up, Podsters, we are diving into a topic that might make you uncomfortable: the next chapter in your life and redefining your golden years. But first, let's take a look at the next chapter. Those fresh starts that come with transitioning from one chapter to another. With every chapter comes new opportunities for growth and exploration. We're always evolving and adapting. You're not the same person you used t...2023-08-2232 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastLiving A Limitless Life with Brenda Johnston EP63Nancy’s Do The Thing Retreat On Cape Cod: Early Bird pricing ENDS NEXT WEEK so learn more and⁠ **apply here.**⁠ Hey there, Podsters!  Get ready for some serious inspiration and the playbook to live a limitless life.  My special guest, Brenda Johnston left her corporate job at the age of 45 and turned her side gig into an incredibly successful business. She’s a highly sought-after performance coach and subconscious mindset strategist - and today she’s sharing all the things with us for how to unlock new levels of success in your business and in your LIFE. 2023-08-1548 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastHard Wired for Success: Women in Business EP62Nancy’s Do The Thing Retreat On Cape Cod: Early Bird pricing ends soon so learn more and⁠ **apply here.**⁠ Let's talk power skills, Podsters. We used to call collaboration, empathizing, and advocating for others “soft skills”. And this never sat very well with us. These “soft skills” are what makes a great leader and more often than not – “soft skills” is a term used when discussing the skills that women bring to the table. Soft. Really? Collaborating, empathizing, and advocating for o...2023-08-0829 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastCalm Down, AI is NOT coming for YOUR JOB! The ChatGPT Debate EP60Attend Nancy’s ⁠DO THE THING RETREAT by CLICKING HERE Podsters, it's time to calm down and stop panicking about AI taking over your job! Is AI capable of fully replacing you? That's a BIG NO! Regardless of how you use AI, it is important to keep your unique voice and branding. AI cannot replace you or your creativity. There is no way to ask ChatGPT to write your content like "Nancy or Beth" would. The same applies to you. If you are still concerned about AI replacing your...2023-07-2523 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastTake Back Your Life with Work Life Blending (Work Life Balance) EP58Join Nancy’s ⁠⁠DO THE THING RETREAT by CLICKING HERE Hey Podsters, buckle up because we're about to give you some tough love about work-life balance. It doesn't matter if you work for yourself or for someone else. Work-Life Balance is a myth - in fact, it’s a mythical unicorn. So rather than kill ourselves chasing the dream let’s instead focus on Work-Life Blending or as we like to call it "live your life, do the right thing, and at the end of the day - you do you." Reme...2023-07-1131 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastYou Are Not Beyonce - Revisiting the Mythical Unicorn of Work/Life "Balance" EP51Join the⁠ DO THE THING RETREAT BY CLICKING HERE⁠ You do not have the same hours in the day as Beyonce and what better time to revisit work/life blending than the lazy days of summer? This encore edition of Work/Life BLENDING is a timely reality check and your call to action to take a step back, breathe, and allow yourself the grace to work when you need to, play when you need to, and permission to let a ball drop here or there. Because Work + Life is anything BUT...2023-05-3023 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive Podcast"I am not responsible for that" - five little words which will have a MASSIVE impact on your life EP49Looking for more free time, fewer stressful moments, less anxiety and more grace in your life? POOF! Here it is... You are not responsible for the actions of someone else. Can it really be that simple? Why yes, yes it can. This week's episode breaks down what we are and are not responsible for as parents, as kids, as teachers, as mentors, as employees and as the boss. And here's the best part...  is we are not responsible for someone else's behavior, then we sure aren't responsible for FIXING that behavior now are we... This episode may leave you w...2023-05-1632 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastIsms, Syndromes, and media-inspired "trends" in the workplace: ENOUGH already!! EP48It seems every professional challenge gets a special label these days - quiet quitting, quiet firing, the great resignation, the great reinvention, the great re-evaluation, and now.... resenteeism. Not to mention Imposter Syndrome. What?? The media thrives on sensationalizing everything and manipulating an audience still raw from the past three years. We call BS! These labels are simply life - the difficult spots you have to navigate whether you slap a title on them or not. Join us as we discuss why people are drawn to these labels and how you can deal...2023-05-0930 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWaiting for the Shoe to Drop and How to Embrace Joy EP47"I don't want to jinx myself". "Oh it's not that big of a deal". "Thank you, I'm not sure how long it will last". Sound familiar? You've said it, we've said it and the sad part is - we will continue to have these self-defeating thoughts rather than truly embrace the joy in our lives. Why do we hold ourselves back? Why do we think that something bad must be coming after something good? That trepidation you are feeling is a basic human emotion. Fear. Fear of losing what we have gained. Fear...2023-05-0236 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastBAD BOSSES RUIN LIVESSurviving a BAD BOSS - and making sure you don't become one.  In this week’s episode we discuss to not BE a bad boss, and how to make sure you don't WORK for a bad boss.  It's simple but not easy. If you’re stuck in a toxic workplace, or if you are working with a bad boss, we have some helpful solutions to "Boss Better".  Solutions such as boundaries, communication and how to ask the right interview questions so you do not unknowingly walk into a bad boss situation.  If you ARE the...2023-04-2536 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastEmbracing Your Shadow Self: A Journey to AuthenticityHave you heard of your "shadow self"? Pay attention to what you find irritating in others...this may be what you fear most about yourself. Get ready to explore the depths of your personality! In today's episode, we dive into the concept of the shadow self, which is an unconscious aspect of one's personality that doesn't align with who they think they are or who they want to be. Embracing imperfection can be challenging, and it's also essential to personal growth and authenticity. Rather than let perfectionism hold you back - we suggest "shadow work"...2023-04-1135 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastUnsolicited feedback? Thanks but no thanks.There are two players in the volley of unsolicited feedback, the giver and the receiver. If you're the receiver, you need a way to siphon out the feedback that doesn't work for you and hold onto the helpful nuggets that do help. Warning - those are most likely rare if you didn't ask for them in the first place. You also can tell the giver that you're not taking "constructive criticism" at the moment. As for the givers, stop and ask yourself: Did this person show me in any way that they needed my personal opinion? And...2023-04-0434 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastSpring Cleaning your LIFEJoin this LIVE replay as we talk about spring cleaning your LIFE. As you are organizing and cleaning up your home, how about you head? Spring cleaning is a great time to recalibrate, reprioritize and rethink how you’re approaching your:    Mind.     Soul.   Thoughts.     Habits Priorities   Boundaries! Relationships What’s working, what’s not, what stays and what goes? Join us as we go live ALMOST every Thursday here at 10am Eastern.  Be a part of the action! Join Nancy's confidence community here! https://nancymedoff.com/ https://thatsaspade.com/ Join Nan...2023-03-2837 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastKin Keeping - the invisible work and social role that's impacting women's mental healthYou're the connector, the planner, the maker of family peace. You know the birthdays and celebrations and make sure they're acknowledged. But are you acknowledged for all this behind-the-scenes work that keeps kin together? And do you even want this role that is part of this generational baton?  There's a name for all of this work; the remembering, contacting, gift getting, nurturing and plans making when it comes to family.   If you're a Kin Keeper and it's stressing you out,  it's time to stop or create a few boundaries around this invisible and very real workload. If...2023-03-2126 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastIs your baggage over the size limit?We all have baggage. What we do with it is a choice. “You’re a bit much”. “She’s too ambitious”. "You might want to tone it down”. “My, aren't you vocal!”. Every single one of us has been ridiculed, shut down, told to keep quiet, and silenced. Comments from loved ones, bosses, and strangers have the potential to take up space in our heads. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Which of those you allow to stay with you is a choice. Listen in as we share stories and suggestions on how to feel it...2023-03-1431 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastRecession-Proof Your Career & Double Down On Your VALUEAll indicators are pointing to a massive recession with record numbers of layoffs already happening.  The simple truth is, no one really knows. The simpler truth is...those of us who know our value and own our worth aren't too concerned about projections, pundits and scary news headlines.   We know that these are the times when legends are made.   These downturns in fact are when those of us at the top of our game can make the greatest impact.  “Save six months salary for when we experience a downturn” is not a proactive strategy...2023-02-2829 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastEngineer the life you LOVE!In this special edition love letter to our podsters, we get intentional about our future. How do you know how to get there if you don’t know where you’re going? Often times when we see someone we admire, or someone we think has the life we want, we underestimate or don’t truly understand everything they did to get there. There are tradeoffs, behavior changes, and planning – lots and lots of planning to arrive at that dream life. Get ready to do the work, let go of the resistance, shut down the limiting beliefs...2023-02-1429 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastBullies - we know them, we see them, we hear them. What we DO with them can make all the difference in our lives.How we are treated, what we are told, and how we are made to feel both as kids and as grownups have an incredible impact on our confidence, our self-worth, our beliefs and our outcomes. All of us have experienced some form of bullying and in this episode, we share our own personal and painful stories about the who, why, where and how bullies show up in our life. There is nothing that feels good about being bullied, and the only one who can make it stop is you – with tools, language and our favorite…boun...2023-02-0744 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastStop Self Sabotage and Beat the Holiday Hangover!Do you really WANT it? Are you worthy of this goal?  Are you able to truly see yourself living the vision you've created?  What if the bottom falls out and after you achieve this big stretch goal and it gets taken away? Simple awareness when you feel yourself sabotaging your own success and pausing to think about why you're taking fear based action will help you to stop the behavior before you derail your hard work on the path towards what you define as success.  This week we share own own stories and lim...2023-01-3136 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastConfident ConversationsWould you go to a surgeon with a 20% success rate? No, of course not. The same goes for your dentist, mechanic, and really any time you depend on a product or service. In essence, you want to know that the task at hand will end with success. Why then, are you leaving your most critical conversations to chance? Or even worse, adapting an approach that is 80% likely to fail? Your likelihood of success is only 20% when you approach a communication or negotiation without confidence. Restated – this means that you are only 20% likely to ac...2023-01-2435 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive Podcast**Keep your politics out of my chocolate!** BONUS EPISODEWe are coming in HOT with a bonus episode which will leave you with more questions than answers. M&M/Mars has temporarily rebranded "Fem&Ms" - no doubt as a lead in to Women's History Month in March. Fair game? Exploitative? Poking the bear? All three?  Rather than REACT to the REACTION (like Nancy did) - how can we move forward and get stronger about our beliefs without becoming triggered?  This episode is packed with controversial ideas and concepts - so buckle up! Join Nancy’s Co...2023-01-2323 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastSuccess MappingIt's 2023! So, what do you want? What's your MORE? Get clear on what these mean TO YOU and what you will do to go get it. Your wants are not dreaming so let's call them what they are – VISIONS. Dreams can end up driving self-sabotage - things that maybe you'll have someday if you win the lottery. As in...not likely. Remember - words matter. We encourage action instead of passive thoughts. When you act AS IF, you behave AS I, you believe AS IF and that's where the magic happens. Me...2023-01-1727 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Happiness Curve - The older you are the happier you are....no, really.In this episode we discuss the happiness curve which is...wait for it....a U-SHAPED curve.  This means that the older you get, the happier you become.  Yes, science has proven this.  Yes this is for women, men, cross-cultures, income levels, job roles, everything.   So if you're feeling dismissed because of your age and wondering if you're crazy,  know this:  not only are not not crazy, you are in fact more knowledgeable, happier and more at peace than those dismissive knuckleheads!   Feeling like you'll never have all the answers and looking for a mentor?  Those of us wh...2023-01-1626 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastMONEY: WHY WE GET SO TWISTED ABOUT ITWho doesn't have money issues?!  Maybe you grew up without it, or maybe you grew up surrounded by it. You lived with scrimpers or perhaps you lived with spenders.  Either way, how you view money today is tied back to how you were raised.   Did your hard-working parent remind you constantly to be grateful for what you had that they provided for you after walking uphill in the snow both ways in bare feet?  Did your parent shower you with gifts to over compensate for something else that they were not able to provide?  Whatever the case, make...2022-12-0632 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastGOOD MEN: MAY WE KNOW THEM, MAY WE SUPPORT THEMWomen have been banding together for decades.  To offer support, to voice their complaints, demand respect, and broadcast their message - women deserve to be equal!  But what about the men?   So often our focus is on women, and men also deal with fear and insecurity, struggle with Imposter Experience, and yes - men get harassed, too.  Men are raised to "take it like a man", "buck up", "just ignore the pain" so they squelch their emotions and push through with courage and determination. As a result, they walk around with all that baggage because they...2022-11-2930 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastTHANKSGIVING BOUNDARY BONANZA!Whoa boy!  Nothing gets your heart rate going like a good ol' round of Thanksgiving dysfunction!   Thanksgiving is both of our favorite holidays due in large part to our love of boundaries. And food. What's the best way to ensure Aunt Mary doesn't knock a bottle of pinot and slide off her chair into the sweet potato mousse? Easy - ask her not to. Boundaries can be easy OR difficult, even for the most practiced in this skill. In this episode, we talk about why boundaries can feel scary and how it can ge...2022-11-1531 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastALL THINGS BOUNDARIES!Boundaries at work? You bet. The best way to enjoy what you do?  Teach people how to work with you.  Part one of our two-part series, today we discuss work boundaries.  Why we need them, how to set them and when to hold your boundaries to get what you need, and what you know you deserve.  From the toxic boss to the difficult client, we provide clear (and kind!) actionable examples to get you started or help you raise your boundary game. You can reach us at the...2022-11-0836 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastAuthenticity - it's not something you do, it’s something you AREWhy do we put ourselves in situations where we feel we have to change to belong? Work groups, mommy groups, even some friend groups. Conforming is exhausting! So here’s your permission to accept, honor and EMBRACE yourself, flaws and all to be truly free. Many people go their whole lives without ever experiencing the joy of who they are and after this episode, you can be sure this won’t be you. You can reach us at the websites below or on all the socials! https://nancymedoff.com/ http...2022-11-0124 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWhy NOT You? Your Limiting Beliefs Could Be Holding You BackWoo Woo versus science!  It is scientifically proven that your beliefs impact your outcomes.  And we mean TRULY believing that you can, will, and deserve to live the best life for you.   Doubtful? Think about your favorite celebrity or success story and use that person as proof.  What makes them so different than you?  Nothing.  They believed.  Believing will recalibrate your own confirmation bias and you will then find facts, data, and PEOPLE to support this belief which gets you closer to that desired outcome.  So, instead of telling yourself that you'll never: get that...2022-10-2531 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastChoose Tour Tribe - and Choose Wisely"Tribe", "Ride or Die", "Posse", "Business Besties".  It's no surprise there are numerous quotes related to this topic: Surround yourself only with people who are going to lift you higher - Oprah You will move in the direction of people you associate with - Warren Buffet We all have them, we all need them - but are we thoughtful and intentional in who we surround ourselves with?  In this episode, we get down to the nitty gritty - the difference between a tribe and a board of directors, when to know it's time to...2022-10-1827 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastStraight Talk on Goal SettingWith a little less than ninety days left in the year, we are getting serious about goals. This is the time to push yourself, look beyond your status quo and get comfortable with the possibility of failure. If you're achieving all your goals, you are not reaching far enough and here we uncover just how much the fear of failure may be costing you.  https://nancymedoff.com/                 https://thatsaspade.com/ Join Nancy’s Confidence Community: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/gWU7owR Do The Thing Retreat: nancymedoff.com/do-2022-10-1135 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastHow to Get Out of Your Fall FunkFeeling a bit off?  Running around the hamster wheel and wondering when it will stop? Yeah, us too.  And we're pretty sure a moment of self-care won't fix this.  On this week’s podcast we conclude that what's been happening is not the new normal.  From grocery store "hunger games" to Mercury in retrograde to "post-covid malaise"; this is not your typical fall frenzy.  We've all been put to the test this past month and we've had a wake up call to stay strong in our convictions, honor our choices, make some tough decisions and step into who we...2022-10-0431 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastConfidence Opens DoorsToday we tackle the confidence conundrum.  Who has it? Where did they get it? How can I get more?  And, why do men and women feel differently when it comes to confidence?  Or do they? In this episode we dive deep on how confidence impacts outcomes and how you are viewed differently when you show up confident (or appearing that way). You will walk away from this episode with a plan to improve your confidence and start showing up as who you are meant to BE. Unmute Yourself - the book on...2022-09-2731 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastThe Paralysis of PerfectionPerfection is the enemy of progress and in this episode, we dive deep into why we often times hold ourselves back waiting for the perfect outcome.  As usual, Beth raises an interesting question - is it perfection or procrastination that is holding us back?   What is standing in your way and how can you overcome this with this limiting behavior? We talk through conquering our fear of failure, being judged and imposter FEELING to get out of our own heads and step into who we are meant to be.  https://nancymedoff.com/                https://thatsaspad...2022-09-2024 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastQuiet Quitting - what is it, who is doing it and why is everyone talking about it?You can't open a blog, website or news article without someone talking about quiet quitting.  In this episode, we discuss why this is trending, what it really means, and how we can all take responsibility for our happiness and instead of quiet quitting, try quiet committing.  https://nancymedoff.com/                             https://thatsaspade.com/ Join Nancy’s Confidence Community: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/gWU7owR Do The Thing Retreat: nancymedoff.com/do-the-thing/2022-09-1330 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastYour Truth Shall Set You FreeIn this episode we ask some hard questions about how you are living your life at work. Is what you’re doing now really making you happy? Are you conforming to meet expectation when living your truth is just a few action steps away? Is what you’re doing your calling? After we blow things up with these thought provoking questions, we walk through a few ways to figure out who you are and what you want. Because after you get to live your truth, you will never ever look back.   2022-09-0731 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastSelf-Image and its Impact on Your Life, Your Success and Your Mental HealthWhat’s our emotional attachment to those clothes hanging in our closets that are too small and may never fit? How can we break the generational cycle and step into who we are, in this moment? Here we discuss ALL the things related to body confidence, judging ourselves and others, our unconscious biases and how to show up at our best, even when our self-image is at its worst. We share our own stories while weaving in current events like the Victoria Secret PR debacle, and our own role in buying into the fantasy. ...2022-08-3035 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastSpeak Up and Stand Out in a Virtual Environment - Have We Gone Off the Rails in the New Normal?The new normal brings new expectations.  Are we rising to the occasion or are we lowering our standards of professionalism?  There’s flexibility and work life blending…then there’s going off the rails. This episode takes us back to basics with how to show up professionally on line. Check your technology, where to look, how to politely interrupt, a proactive plan to a tech crisis and more tips and tricks are yours for the taking in this fun and feisty episode. Technology checklist for raise your virtual presence - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/SpjTeED2022-08-2328 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastYour Personal Board of DirectorsEver wonder why we start every podcast episode with our “hey girl heeeey” greeting? There’s a story here of course and in this episode, we demystify our affectionate greeting. We also cover: How to find your Tribe, when to leave the table and how to walk the talk when it comes to supporting others at work. All contacts are not good contacts and a thoughtful approach to who, when and how you engage your network can be the game changer! For help recruiting your Personal Board of Directors click here!  https...2022-08-1627 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastBeing "Salesy" is Your Job - How to Show Your Value Without Sounding Fake.Forget tacky car salesmen and cheesy billboards. True sales is about relationships and offering valuable services or products to people who need them.   https://nancymedoff.com/                    https://thatsaspade.com/ For help with your "Power Positioning, click here!  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/gWU7owR Join Nancy’s Confidence Community: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/gWU7owR Do The Thing Retreat: nancymedoff.com/do-the-thing/2022-08-0229 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastClaim Your Space - Change Your Energy to Change The OutcomeThis episode proves that size matters – particularly when it comes to how you are showing up in your business.  Are you paying attention to your body language and taking up enough space?  Often times when we are nervous, uncertain or simply waiting, we make ourselves small.  Big meetings require big energy and in this episode we talk through tips and tricks to change how you're showing up at work, and in life. Power Pose + Power Clothes = UNSTOPPABLE https://thatsaspade.com/ https://nancymedoff.com/ https...2022-07-2621 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWords Matter! The Language Episode.Do you consider yourself a “SHE-E-O”? “Mom-preneur”? “Boss babe”? The cutesy language is fun and harmless… until it impacts your confidence and credibility. In this, the “language episode” we demonstrate how what you say and how you say it impacts outcomes.  We provide word swaps to be more powerful in your communication, talk about how to eliminate undermining phrases and linguistic habits to avoid in order to communicate with clarity and confidence. In summary, how to eliminate the verbal curtsy. https://nancymedoff.com/                   https://thatsaspade.com/ https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/hiEkDOT "Say This Not T...2022-07-1925 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastI Took the Quaalude Because I Didn't Want to Be Rude - The High Cost of Being Too Polite. EP04In this episode, we talk about how women are socialized from toddler to teenager to be polite at all costs.  To not make waves, to support the status quo.  While collaboration and "taking one for the team" is often helpful, here we uncover how dangerous this ingrained behavior can be for our careers, our health and our lives.  https://nancymedoff.com/                        https://thatsaspade.com/ Join Nancy’s Confidence Community: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/gWU7owR Do The Thing Retreat: nancymedoff.com/do-the-thing/2022-07-1226 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastWork Life Balance versus Work Life BLENDING EP03"Who is home watching the kids?"  "How do you manage work and your family?" "How do women HAVE IT ALL?"  The short answer is.... we can't.  We don't have as many hours in the day as Beyonce so we have to protect our time, our mental health and our spirit by establishing clear and kind boundaries.  In this episode we talk about boundaries at work, at home, overt and more subtle and the lasting peace, flexibility and much needed head space that comes from establishing what you will and will not do at work.  Then having the grace to honor...2022-07-0522 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive Podcast"Let Me Ask My Husband" - Money, Work and Worth EP02Let me ask my husband"...Or spouse, partner, etc. Do you make financial decisions independently, or do you feel that you need someone else's okay? Or maybe you use this statement to get out of an awkward sales conversation. Either way, let's find a better response. In this episode we talk about money, work and worth.  Making strategic decisions on who will be the breadwinner, how this changes over time, and what happens with the power dynamic when you "have to ask". This one is juicy!  https://nancymedoff.com/     https://thatsa...2022-06-2825 minThrive Hive PodcastThrive Hive PodcastDebunking Imposter Syndrome EP01We are jumping right in here on episode #1 with debunking imposter syndrome. You are having a feeling, not a medical condition.  Feelings are not facts. They are a temporary experience.  A feeling.  So now that we know this...what do we do? In this episode, we talk about how to recognize, deal with, and prevent future feelings of being an imposter.  Spoiler alert - men feel it too.  The difference?  They take action anyway.  https://nancymedoff.com/        https://thatsaspade.com/ Join Nancy’s Confidence Community: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/gWU7owR D...2022-06-2120 min