Stop Planning. Start Doing: Beat Burnout with Action
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Are you stuck in planning mode? I see it every day with my clients. We think we need the perfect plan before we move forward. Here's the truth: Reading books and listening to podcasts won't get you unstuck. You have to actually do something. It's like learning to snowboard. You can study all you want, but until you strap in and fall down a few times, you're not going to learn. I'm taking a break from the podcast after 5 years of weekly episodes. Why? Because I want you to stop consuming and start creating. Go back and pick one episode. Find one thing you said you'd try. Then actually do it. In...
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Stop Hustling: The Career Strategy That Actually Works
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I gave up hustling. Discover what really worked for me Are you stuck in back-to-back meetings, working late, and watching others get promoted while you're burning out? You're not broken—you just need a better strategy. In this episode, I'm breaking down why hustle culture is keeping you stuck and exhausted. I'll show you the exact two-step framework successful leaders use to advance their careers without sacrificing their lives. Here's the truth: if your only strategy is hustle, you'll have to keep hustling forever to maintain that level. That's not sustainable, and it's definitely not the...
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Workplace Anxiety: The Career Cost You Can't Ignore
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6 Interview Hacks That Actually Work
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Stop treating interviews like a one-way audition. I'm sharing my six interview hacks that work whether you're job hunting or pitching for a promotion. Here's the truth: most people tank interviews because they're too desperate or too rehearsed. I spent 12 years at Amazon interviewing hundreds of candidates, and I can tell you the best ones weren't trying to impress me. They were genuinely curious if we were the right fit. This episode breaks down exactly how to show up confident, authentic, and prepared without the anxiety spiral. You'll learn: Why curiosity beats desperation every single...
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5 Signs You're Ready for a Promotion
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I see this pattern all the time with my coaching clients: brilliant professionals stuck waiting for someone else to tell them they're ready for a promotion. You're probably more ready than you think. Today I'm breaking down the five clear signs that scream "promotion time" - even when your brain is telling you otherwise. This isn't about impostor syndrome or waiting for the perfect moment. It's about recognizing when you're already operating at the next level. Here's what we cover: · Why doing next-level work without next-level pay is basically theft ...
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Human to Human: When Everything Feels Heavy
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Sometimes I put aside the typical career advice and just talk human to human. This week is one of those times. When the world feels overwhelming and it's hard to find hope, I want to share three simple practices that help me—and can help you—navigate the heaviness. These aren't work strategies. They're life strategies for when everything feels like too much. What I'm sharing: · Why limiting information intake protects your mental health and energy · The power of approaching disagreements with genuine curiosity...
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When You're the Only Woman: Stop Shrinking, Start Owning
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Ever walked into a meeting as the only woman and felt your stomach drop? You're not alone. As someone who survived 12 years at Amazon (where most employees last under 2), I know exactly what it feels like to be outnumbered in corporate rooms. The workplace anxiety is real, and that voice telling you to prove you belong? It's lying. Here's what I learned: Stop trying to prove you deserve to be there. Start owning that you ARE there. In this episode, I share the exact strategies that helped me navigate being the only woman in executive meetings without shrinking or getting louder. Key Takeaways:...
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Stop the Laundry List: How to Actually Impress Executives
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That coveted 30 minutes with senior leadership? Most people blow it completely. They walk in with a laundry list of accomplishments and wonder why executives aren't impressed. Here's the truth: listing what you did is junior-level thinking. Senior leaders don't care about your activities—they care about impact. If you're dealing with workplace anxiety about these meetings, this episode changes everything. I break down the exact framework that transforms how you present your work. This isn't about being perfect—it's about thinking strategically and showing you're already operating at...
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Stop Spiraling: Manage Impostor Syndrome Like a Pro
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🔥Try on-demand, one-on-one career coaching for free: Feeling anxious about your performance at work? You're not alone. Most overachievers get trapped seeking approval instead of managing their minds. Your brain lies to you constantly. It can't tell the difference between real danger and perceived threats. When you don't get feedback at work, your brain assumes the worst. I'm sharing the exact tool I use to separate data from drama when workplace anxiety kicks in. Key Takeaways: · Look for nonverbal cues - Are leaders asking for your strategic...
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Stop Waiting: Get What You Want at Work in 2 Simple Steps
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🔥Try on-demand, one-on-one career coaching for free: Tired of watching less qualified people get promoted while you stay stuck? I'm sharing the brutal truth about why you don't have what you want at work—and it's not what you think. Most professionals blame their company, toxic workplace dynamics, or bad managers. But after 12 years at Amazon and coaching hundreds of burned-out executives, I've discovered there are only two reasons you don't have what you want. And yes, I said only two. Here's what's keeping you stuck: You're not being specific about what you want, and you're...
info_outlinePicture this: You're sitting in a meeting watching your coworker present YOUR idea as their own. Your heart is racing, but you say nothing.
I've been there. At Amazon, I watched someone steal my idea and get promoted for it. That moment taught me something crucial about surviving in a toxic workplace.
The problem isn't that these betrayals happen. The problem is thinking you only have two options: stay silent or blow up.
There's a third way. A framework that lets you confront difficult people without feeling like a jerk or damaging your reputation.
What You'll Learn
In this episode, I share the exact 3-step framework I wish I'd known during my Amazon days. This isn't just theory—I've used this with thousands of coaching clients dealing with workplace anxiety and difficult colleagues.
This framework works whether you're dealing with:
- Coworkers who steal your ideas
- Colleagues who throw you under the bus in meetings
- People who say one thing privately and another in front of leadership
- The chronic "one-upper" on your team
Key Takeaways
- Step 1: State the facts - Call out what actually happened without emotions or interpretations
- Step 2: Share your honest reaction - Don't apologize for being human, but be truthful about your response
- Step 3: Give them the benefit of the doubt - Create space for a real conversation by staying curious
- Why avoiding confrontation keeps you stuck in resentment and feeling like a victim
- How to process your anger first so you can have the conversation from a genuine place
The Real Impact
This isn't just about one difficult conversation. When you master this framework, you stop keeping mental scorecards of who you can trust. You break free from the exhaustion of managing toxic relationships.
You'll know with confidence who's on your side and who isn't. No more second-guessing yourself or staying stuck in analysis paralysis.
Why This Matters Now
If you're experiencing burnout from constantly managing difficult workplace relationships, this episode is for you. The average employee at companies like Amazon lasts less than two years. But there's a better way than just surviving until your next job.
The brutal truth: Nothing changes if nothing changes. Every week you wait is another week watching less qualified people get promoted while you stay exhausted and undervalued.
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