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Finding Communication Confidence Through the Chaos

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Darlene Templeton to discuss developing effective communication strategies in a virtual space. As online communication is becoming routine, Darlene gives us tools to communicate with grace in the workplace. From keeping our web cameras on during meetings to connecting on virtual “coffee chats,” Darlene offers some suggestions on how to continue building professional relationships, while also setting personal boundaries and goals that keep us sane through the chaos.

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Darlene Templeton

Darlene is the CEO and founder of Templeton & Associates. She is a professional speaker, certified executive coach, business strategist consultant, trainer and author. Darlene specializes in leadership and transformation for corporations and professionals, specifically for those who want to make a greater impact personally and professionally. She held multiple management and leadership positions during her 36-year career at IBM. Darlene is the founder and Chief Leader of the AMAZING Women Alliance, co-VP of Career Development and established the Mentoring Program for the Austin Human Resource Managers Association (AHRMA), and has co-authored three books, “The Unstoppable Women’s Guide to Emotional Well Being”, “The Success Guide for The Unstoppable Entrepreneur” and “Behind Her Brand”.

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Moving forward virtually 1:43 
• Show up (on camera) 4:05
• Female comms challenges in the age of Zoom 7:44 
• Lean into your communication power 12:20 
• S.O.S. 17:30 
• Building online relationships 21:25
• 3, 2, 1…. Action! 26:00 
• Femme fact: Joanne Pierce, THE FBI nun 28:40

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• HERdacity
• Darlenetempleton.com
• Brené Brown (author)
• The Texas Conference for Women 
• Start with Why by Simon Sinek (book)
• Boundaries by Henry Cloud (book)

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Moonray  

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our webinar “Why You Need Work Boundaries | Sierra Bailey”

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Challenging Communication Habits Affecting Women

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Kim Barnes to discuss our poor communication habits and how to correct those to become fluent communication professionals. Kim explains the effect some poor habits can have on our professional reputation and walks us through corrective practices. From tone of voice to fashion choice, Kim lays out the seemingly small details that can often be overlooked in order for us to become better heard and understood.

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Kim Barnes

Kim Barnes brings 30 years of on-camera experience, including 15 years of news reporting experience, to clients on the other side of the microphone. Before becoming a communications trainer in 2004, Kim spent 12 years at KVUE-TV in Austin and 3 years at KWTX-TV in Waco. Kim has worked with tech companies, non-profits, doctors, company owners, and authors to train them for public speaking, television and print interviews, locally and nationally. Kim currently works as a community advisor for the Assistance League of Austin, serves on the Advisory Board of the Communication Department at Concordia, and continues to appear on camera regularly. 

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Impact of poor communication habits 4:00 
• Body language 5:55
• Building awareness of our habits 12:45 
• How about, like, language-specific nuances? 15:14
• Eye contact 23:17 
• Double standard in communication 25:00
• Own your expertise 26:30
• Femme fact: Elman Family 28:22

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• TED Talk (Amy Cuddy): Your body language may shape who you are 
• HERdacity
• Barnes Team Media

Link to show transcript here.

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Moonray  

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our blog post “Why You Should Practice Active Listening”

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Fashion and Communication

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Michelle Washington to discuss how women’s fashion and style decisions influence the way we’re perceived in the world. Michelle advises us through attainable decisions we can make as women to look and feel our best without breaking the bank. From using color and shapes to convey sophistication to shopping mindfully for a lasting wardrobe, Michelle brings out the inner fashionista in all of us to walk our professional runway.

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Michelle Washington

Michelle Washington is a TV style expert, fashion stylist and GQ Insider who excels at styling for men and women. With over 20 years of experience in NYC, LA, Europe, and Asia, Michelle focuses on being creative, clever, and resourceful when seeking out the hottest styles. She is currently represented by All American Entertainment in Austin, Texas where she styles for magazines, TV personalities and celebrities needing her amazing vision for a unique look.

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Communication through clothing 2:00 
• Using color to your advantage 9:00
• Grooming gap challenges 12:00 
• How fashion expectations widen the pay gap 15:13 
• Building a professional wardrobe 20:45 
• Sustainable clothing 22:35
• Styling ourselves 26:20 
• Baseline wardrobe resources 28:00
• Femme fact: Malala Yousafzai 31:00

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• The Reset (clothing brand)
• Banana Republic (clothing brand) 
• Ann Taylor (clothing brand) 
• Amberleaf (clothing brand) 
• The rise of the ‘grooming gap’ (article)

Link to show transcript here.

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Movement Maker Tribe  

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our webinar “Dress w/o Stress | Molly Moran” 

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Salary Negotiation Strategies and Tools for Women 

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Jacqueline Twillie to discuss the salary negotiation toolbox. Many of us can struggle with conversations around salary and monetary promotions in the workplace; Jacqueline coaches us through the steps of building self-confidence to find our voice around these fiscal issues. From prepping for the negotiation conversation to dodging the trap of over-explanation, we get equipped with the strategies we need to secure our hard-earned futures. 

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Jacqueline Twillie 

Jacqueline Twillie is the founder of ZeroGap, a training and development firm that specializes in leadership curriculum for women who work in male-dominated industries. Jacqueline is the Amazon Best Selling Author of “Navigating the Career Jungle: A Guide for Young Professionals.” She is passionate about eliminating the gender wage gap by teaching women to negotiate and providing leadership resources to women to reach and thrive in top positions. 

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Confidence in negotiation 1:32 
• Do’s and Dont's 2:20
• Female specific challenges 9:10
• Developing our negotiation skills 15:15
• Negotiating in economic hardship 17:20
• Getting creative 20:40
• The networking-negotiation relationship 23:48
• The "low ball" offer 27:55
• Timing mindfulness (don’t be the eager beaver) 31:40 
• Femme fact: AP Style update “Black” 34:16

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• Salary.com
• Payscale.com
• Glassdoor.com
• Leanin.org
• Don’t Leave Money on the Table by Jacqueline Twillie (book) 
• The Negotiation Workbook by Jacqueline Twillie (companion guide)

Link to show transcript here. 

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Movement Maker Tribe  

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our webinar “Ladies, Don’t Leave Money on the Table | Jacqueline V. Twillie” 

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Pro-tips for Interviewing and Job Applications During COVID-19 

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Sidney Miller to discuss finding success in the workforce amid crisis. As we all grapple with the economic effects of the pandemic, Sidney coaches us through the steps of finding professional success through self advocacy. From knowing your value during the application process to tackling virtual interviews on Zoom, Sidney prepares us for the good, the bad, and the ugly of what to expect and how to approach the hiring process as women. 

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Sidney Miller 

Sidney Miller is a talent acquisition lead at Packet, an Equinix Company in Phoenix, where she is passionate about the recruiting life cycle. From the inception of the candidate to the experience, Sidney works predominantly with matching talent in the engineering world to the role best fit for them. Sidney is a working mom and Arizona Wildcat Alumni. When not paving the way for talented individuals, Sydney spends her free time singing in the grocery store to Lionel Richie songs -- an absolute must. 

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• What do recruiters do for us? 1:45 
• Chase the opportunities, sister 6:00
• Resume length 9:40 
• Interviewing virtually 11:40
• Preventing burnout in the job application process 14:20
• Tactics for pay ranges 17:00
• The 411 on interview questions 20:00
• Counter offers 24:36
• Grooming gap 27:37
• Femme fact: Alice Walker 29:46

Link to show transcript here.

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Movement Maker Tribe  

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our webinars “StrengthsFinder: Your Competitive Advantage | Amy Zambetti” about recognizing your true talents, and “Leveraging Your Strengths – How to Get Your Dream Job | Lisa Cummings” on using those talents to land your dream job. 

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The Big B’s: Budget Basics

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Raya Reaves to discuss all things budgeting. We all love to treat ourselves and Raya is no exception -- she shares her learned experience about how we can continue to indulge in ourselves while being mindful of our financial commitments. From prioritizing accrued debt to teaching us the difference between profits and income, Raya spills the beans on how to feel financially empowered by setting our budgets. Whip out your good old pen and paper, strap in with some coffee, and let’s get budgeting!

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Raya Reaves 

Raya Reaves is the founder and financial consultant for City Girl Savings, a free online community where women are free to discuss finances, fashion and beauty. Since 2016, Raya has provided one-on-one coaching, created over 70 personalized budget portfolios for clients who want to get on financial track, and currently creates online learning courses and guides to help women everywhere. 

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Why start budgeting? 2:00 
• Warning signs and misconceptions 6:00 
• Normalizing the process 7:30 
• Know your budget 10:00
• Discretionary spending (and then some) 14:20
• Protect yourself: savings and conquering debt 19:00
• Tips and tools for financial empowerment 23:00
• Femme fact: Bloch pointe shoes 28:27

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• The 21-Day Financial Fast by Michelle Singletary (book)
• The Spender’s Guide to Debt-Free Living by Anna Newell Jones (book)
• The Richest Man in Babylon by George Clason (book)
• Mint (budgeting app)
• The Fairer Cents (podcast) 
• Secrets of Wealthy Women (podcast) 
• City Girl Savings: Free Resources

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Movement Maker Tribe  

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our blog post “How Financial Anxiety Affects Women (And How To Address It)”

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Intersectionality and Workplace Bias for Women of Color

In light of the nationwide conversations being held about race in America, our herdacious family felt a responsibility to revisit episode one, which highlights the workplace bias women of color frequently experience. Diversity and inclusion is woven within the fabric of our core values, and we always strive to raise awareness about issues that continue to exist today. In this episode, Sam Barrow discusses the challenges women of color experience in the workplace, such as assimilating to white-normative culture with code-switching, navigating gender expectations for non-binary and trans-women, embracing boldness and much more.

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez  
Co-host: Sam Barrow 

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo (book) 
• Privilege, Power, and Difference by Allan G. Johnson (book) 
• The Great Unlearn by Rachel Cargle (online learning platform)
• Social action groups to join: NAACP, Black Lives Matter, Planned Parenthood

Additional resources for the community:

• What is a microaggression?
• Sponsor Coworkers from Underrepresented Groups
• Organizations supporting Black transgender people
• #JusticeforBre petition
• Ways to donate to Black Lives Matter

Check out the original episode with Sam here. 

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our blog post "My Journey Being Included in the Workplace" by Ashley Rodriguez

Financial Wellness and Money Behavior 

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Eugenié George about the crossroads of finance and mental health. Eugenié teaches us what financial wellness is: Understanding our learned behaviors and current fiscal tools. As we begin to discover which financial strategies best suit our individual needs, Eugenié reminds us that, while we must always be economically conscious, our past doesn’t have to hold us back.

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Eugenié George, MBA, CFEI

Eugenié George is a financial wellness specialist and author. A master at mindset, Eugenié teaches and coaches a wide range of individuals. Through research, practice, and creativity, taking the anxiety out of math and money, Eugenié has worked on a new way of financial wellness through her recent book Our Money Stories. When she’s not studying or working out, you can catch her watching an abnormal amount of dance choreography videos!

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Types of money behaviors 4:15
• Disempowering messages 8:30
• Money-demographic relationship 10:02 
• Negative effects of ACE study 15:30
• What is financial wellness? 19:30
• Begin your financial wellness path 23:30
• Challenges for women of color 28:20
• Femme fact: Audre Lorde 33:35

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• Onthegoga.com 
• "The Color of Wealth" by Barbara Robles, Betsy Leondar-Wright, and Rose Brewer
• TedTalk by Dr. Burke Harris (ACE study)
• 8 Financial Wellness Dimensions (research study)
• Clever Girl Finance
• LatinX therapy (podcast)
• Brunch & Budget (podcast)
• “Power” by Audre Lorde

Link to show transcript here.

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Moonray 

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our blog “The Easy Budget Guide For Women”

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Financial Rules for Women to Live By  

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Nickelle Leist Resnik about understanding the financial basics. Nickelle walks us through investment strategies women can practice in order to cultivate economic insurance and secure our fiscal futures. As we learn how to manage our money, Nickelle shares ways to protect ourselves through minimizing prospects of financial stress in light of unprecedented events, while encouraging financial freedom to pursue personal desires wisely. 

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Nickelle Leist Resnik

Nickelle Leist Resnik is the Austin leader of Rethink Wealth and registered security representative for Park Avenue Securities. Nickelle’s passion lies in helping women find financial confidence through the transparency of options, sharing her own story, and eliminating the fear of facing finances with education. Nickelle served as the NAFIA National Young Advisor Chair, the NAIFA California Young Advisor Chair, and the NAIFA Austin, TX program Chair.

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• The Big Three Rules 1:20
• One size does not fit all: importance of financial advisors 6:30
• Be your own insurance 7:00 
• Allocating your assets 15:00 
• Access your money now 17:55 
• Eliminating debt 19:20 
• Good vs. bad debt 22:05
• Guide to mortgages 24:00
• Femme fact: Marilyn Monroe 26:45

Resources recommended by the co-host:  

• 7 Easy Ways to Improve Your Finances This Week - ReThink Wealth blog
• Financial Empowerment for Women - ReThink Wealth article
• The Complete 401(k) Picture - The Living Balance Sheet 

Link to show transcript here. 

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Moonray 

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our webinar "How to Not Die Broke" | Kara Perez 

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Disclaimer: While we appreciate our sponsors' support in making this show possible, herdacious content is curated with integrity and honesty. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Rethink Wealth is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian.

Thinking Through Starting a Business  

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with April Michaud-Willis, EdD, about tackling the business startup process. Dr. April breaks down that process into five categories for women to follow in order to kickstart their entrepreneurial journeys: the ultimate goal, logistics, marketing, numerical goal setting, and finances. As we learn the nuances of being successful businesswomen, Dr. April emphasizes the importance of intentional planning so that we can enliven our dreams and manifest fulfilling enterprises. 

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Dr. April Michaud-Willis

Dr. April Michaud-Willis is an author, business consultant, and career coach who is currently working on course-building for startups. With over 10 years of experience in leadership, business, finance, and operations, Dr. April is driven by the need to achieve high expectations and is passionate about empowering her clients to reach their fullest potential.

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Preliminary steps to entrepreneurship 1:15
• Five steps to business success 2:15 
• A businesswoman’s guide to gender obstacles 12:10 
• Goal setting practices 16:10
• Paralyzed by perfectionism 25:35 
• Tips for female entrepreneurs 27:50
• Femme fact: Ella Baker 30:45

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• Ultimate Checklist for Starting Your Own Company
• Top Three Launch Goals

Link to show transcript here.

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Moonray 

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our blog post “How Women Can Start a Business With Confidence | Leadership Spotlight”

Loved what you heard on herdacious and want to share with friends? Tag us and connect with HERdacity on social media:
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