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Thrive Hive PodcastBoundaries, Agency and the Year of the Fire HorseWe’re back, Thrivesters - and this episode is your line in the sand.As we step into the Year of the Fire Horse, the energy around us is undeniable: momentum, movement, transformation, and bold possibility. But here’s the truth most people miss-powerful energy without boundaries =burnout.Today we're talking about how to ride the energy of this year, not be dragged by it.We’re talking about agency - your ability to choose how you show up, wh...
2026-02-0639 min
Thrive Hive PodcastWhat if you've been chasing the wrong kind of happy? EP178OK Thriveters, moment of truth time. Not the polished, Instagram-friendly kind.The honest, uh-oh, maybe I’m not who I thought I am, stop-you-in-your-tracks kind.After weeks of talking about more or less the same, rituals, intention, and choosing on purpose, we land here Thrivesters on the question that quietly drives everything else:What actually makes you happy?Not who.Not the people you love.Not your family, your partner, yo...
2026-01-3017 min
Thrive Hive PodcastIntention Isn’t a Vibe. It’s a Decision. EP177If you’ve ever set an intention, said the words, picked the theme, posted the quote - and then wondered why nothing actually changed - this episode is for you.Because intention isn’t magic.It isn’t passive.And it definitely isn’t a “set it and forget it” moment.Today, Thrivesters, I’m breaking down the truth most people don’t want to hear:Intention without awareness is noise.Awareness without action is self-deception.This episode exp...
2026-01-1624 min
Thrive Hive PodcastMore. Less. Same. Decide. Because drifting is still a decision. EP176I’m coming in hot today, Thrivesters, with hard truth for you this month. Here it is:If you haven’t decided what you want more of this year… something else already decided for you.January gives us a rare window - a pause to step back, be truly honest with ourselves, and decide what we’re no longer willing to carry forward.I’m not talking resolutions, I’m talking agency.No overthinking.No perfection.Just clear...
2026-01-0924 min
Thrive Hive PodcastMy Word for 2026 is… FRESH. And the hilarious story behind It. EP175Happy New Year, Thrivesters! Today we’re diving into one of my favorite rituals: choosing the one word (or phrase) that becomes your True North for the year ahead. Not a resolution. Not a list. Not pressure in disguise. Just a single grounding idea that guides how you show up, move, and make decisions.I’ve been using a “word of the year” for over a decade, and when I tell you it works…it works. One of my past words, Thrive, ended up inspiring my vision board, my daily screensaver, a feature in Thrive Glob...
2026-01-0216 min
Thrive Hive PodcastThe real reason why your family is triggering you and what to do about it EP174It’s the most wonderful time of the year… and also the messiest, the noisiest, and the most likely to send even the calmest among us into a full emotional tailspin.This week Thrivesters, I’m coming to you surrounded by oyster-shell ornaments, cookie crumbs, and homemade wine toppers - because apparently, I still over-commit even while teaching YOU not to. It’s festive chaos over here, but it’s also exactly why today’s episode matters.If you love the holidays and find yourself bracing for impact as soon as the ex...
2025-12-1913 min
Thrive Hive PodcastFive Ways to Say No (Without the Drama) EP173It’s December, Thrivesters, which means we are officially in the season where six months of living gets crammed into three weeks and somehow we’re all expected to smile, sparkle, and simultaneously attend 47 events with matching pajamas and homemade cookies.Spoiler Alert: You cannot do all the things.And neither can I.In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the years I used to run myself ragged hosting full-blown holiday extravaganzas - ice sculptures, champagne fountains, disco lights, custom cocktail napkins. Yes, in a Bos...
2025-12-0515 min
Thrive Hive Podcast3 Words That Will Ruin Your Holiday Season (and What to Say Instead) EP171You know I love you, Thrivesters so I’m coming in hot with a quick holiday truth bomb: there are three innocent little words that can absolutely derail your joy this season. And yes… I’ve used all of them.Today we’re talking about my own personal struggle with overcommitting, and how the three words — “should,” “sure,” and “sorry” — can suck the energy (and joy) right out of your holiday season. Today is part pep talk, part self - intervention, and all about reclaiming your peace before you hit burnout.
2025-10-3115 min
Thrive Hive PodcastYou’re not losing it, you’re outgrowing it. EP170When life starts to feel too small for who you’ve become, it’s not a breakdown - it’s a breakthrough. This one hit deep, Thrivesters and today we’re talking about what it really means to outgrow your old life and to do so with grace. I got a lot of comments on the Life Audit recap episode, which was dedicated to this very idea. You know, those moments when everything in your life is great, fine, hitting it on all cylinders and yet - something still feels… o...
2025-10-2450 min
Thrive Hive PodcastUrgent Is the Thief of Important - Reclaiming Joy Before January 1 EP169Why I’m done letting deadlines, distractions, and other people’s priorities steal my joy.Let’s be real, Thrivesters - right about this time of year we start feeling the countdown. Emails screaming “90 days left!” Candy canes a plenty. Prime Day in October! Everywhere we turn, someone’s trying to make us feel behind.And here’s the truth: I will not do it this year.Today, Thrivesters we’re ditching the illusion of urgency and getting real about the pressure we all feel as the holid...
2025-10-1720 min
Thrive Hive PodcastWhat No One Tells You About Getting Everything You Wanted EP168So… what happens when you finally get everything you wanted? The big goals, the dream clients, the stage lights, the income… all of it.If you’re me? You wake up one day, decide to dedicate two days to a life audit which makes you realize… you never even stopped to notice. You’ve been sprinting toward goals that expired years ago - and no one ever told you what to do once you actually hit them.Today Thrivesters, I’m getting real about what came up during my two-day life...
2025-10-1022 min
Thrive Hive PodcastStop Performing, Start Becoming: The Truth About Reinvention EP167Reinvention isn’t about chasing more - it’s aboutbecoming more you. When your identity (aka self-worth) is closely tied towhat you do, (I’m a fitness instructor, I’m a VP of sales, I’m a full time Mom, I’m a Doctor, etc.) – what happens when that identity changes? And, what happens when you have NO IDEA what you new identity is? Today Thrivesters, I’ve invited back our fan favorite –Brenda Johnston to tell us what it’s really take to reinvent yourself, shift your identity, and protect your energy in a world...
2025-09-191h 13
Thrive Hive PodcastHow to sleep like your life depends on it...because it does. EP166Sometimes the best ideas come when you least expect them - like in pajamas on a mental health day with zero guilt attached. That’s right Thrivesters, today I’m sharing why pressing pause matters AND how bestselling neuroscientist Lisa Genova’s work is reshaping the way we think about brain health.Spoiler: Think about sleep like your life depends on it - because it does.From Still Alice to her newest novel Still More or Less Maddie, Lisa uses fiction to help us understand the science of memory, Alzheime...
2025-09-1227 min
Thrive Hive PodcastA Life Audit - Without the Crisis EP165This was a tough episode for me , Thrivesters and in fact - it almost didn’t happen. Here’s the tea: I was sitting on my back deck recently with my coffee in hand, listening to the wind (fun fact - I’ve always been a beach person, but the woods and the wind bring me so much peace.) As I was sitting there, I said to myself, not unlikeI’ve done for the last twenty years: “Nancy, you have got to slow down. You’ve got to stop overcommitting. You can’t keep up this pace...
2025-08-2917 min
Thrive Hive PodcastThriving Through Sobriety with Samantha Parker EP163Question for you Thrivesters: what happens when you strip away the numbing and finally face your life - raw, unfiltered, and ready for change?In today’s powerful episode, I sit down with Samantha Parker, entrepreneur, digital creator, and sober super-mom who isn’t afraid to speak the truth about what it really takes to thrive after addiction.We talk about the moment that changed everything - a stinging sentence from her young son when he was sick - and how that heartbreaking moment led her to a path of r...
2025-08-0848 min
Thrive Hive PodcastRest is Not a Reward, It's a Requirement EP162Today’s episode is powerful, Thrivesters - I’m diving into a topic most high-achieving women like you struggle with but rarely talk about: rest. Not as a luxury, but as a requirement for resilience, clarity, and confidence.For example - my friend who was too exhausted to get off her bed and go to the beach - even though that’s exactly what she needed. On a Thursday. In Cape Cod.Sound familiar? We, as women have been conditioned to believe that we have to earn our rest and today, we’re unpacking why that belief i...
2025-08-0123 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 04
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 01
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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.
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2024-10-3055 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 00
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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!
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2023-03-2837 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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
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2022-07-2621 min
Thrive 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.
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2022-07-1925 min
Thrive 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.
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2022-07-1226 min
Thrive 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 min
Thrive 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!
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2022-06-2825 min
Thrive 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.
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2022-06-2120 min