Ever feel like the default project manager at home or work? In this episode, Lauren sits down with Dr. Regina Lark to unpack soft incompetence—a subtle dynamic that quietly shifts emotional labor onto one person, often with good intentions. Learn how to spot it, talk about it, and rebalance responsibility without resentment.
You’ll learn:How soft incompeten ... Show More
Apr 14
How to Design & Run Effective Meetings
Are your meetings driving results—or just draining your calendar? This week, Lauren sits down with organizational scientist and Your Best Meeting Ever author Dr. Rebecca Hinds to rethink how meetings are designed, measured, and led. Learn how to eliminate meeting debt, reclaim yo ... Show More
40m 9s
Mar 31
5 Communication Shifts That Transform How You Lead, Speak, and Sell
Communication isn’t just a soft skill—it’s the foundation of influence, trust, and leadership at work. In this episode, Ravi Rajani, author of Relationship Currency, breaks down the five habits that make communicators truly influential. From reframing the stories you tell yoursel ... Show More
33m 43s
Mar 24
The New Career Path: Flexible Work, Blended Teams, and What’s Next
The way we work is changing—and it’s not going back. In this episode, we sit down with Brea Starmer, founder and CEO of Lions & Tigers, to break down the rise of blended teams, where full-time employees work alongside independent experts.They explore why women are leaving rigid c ... Show More
33m 13s
Jan 2025
How to Attract Your Dream Network, Opportunities, and Abundance Without the Burnout with Ayesha Sehra
Are you ready to build a life full of abundance, fulfillment, and connection while staying true to yourself? In this episode, I sit down with Ayesha Sehra, CEO & Founder of Grow the Social LLC, a specialized PR + talent management company, as well as the Coffee & A Good Vibe Podc ... Show More
1h 6m
Feb 2025
184. Fit or Quit? Find the Job That is Right For You—Catalyze Your Career
Stay prepared, build your network, and take control of your career.Most of us know that career growth is important—but according to Catherine Fisher, we're thinking about it all wrong. It’s not just about landing a job or climbing the ladder; it’s about staying adaptable, buildin ... Show More
24m 10s
Sep 2025
226. Reinvent Yourself: Turning Uncertainty Into Opportunity
Reinventing your life or career starts with reflection and conversation. Making the leap — to a new career, to the next stage of a relationship, or to a different version of yourself — requires honest communication. For Ilana Golan, being “leap-ready” requires that we answer thre ... Show More
24m 3s
Oct 2024
81. Steps Towards Your Career Goals with Mary Jeffries
Kristen and career coach, Mary Jeffries, discusses how she helps clients gain clarity and get unstuck in their careers. She emphasizes the importance of clarity in resolving career issues and offers guidance on job searching, promotions, and career transitions. Mary also addresse ... Show More
30m 23s
<p>What does it mean to be a professional in the working world today? According to executive coach <a href="https://kevinjreid.ie/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Kevin Reid</a>, "it's not just doing your job well. It's having the capability and the ability ... Show More
