It's Your Time

Join me today as I share recent insights from trailblazing women who participated in the recent Women in Leadership conference hosted by SHRM.

In this episode, I shared the key leadership insights and lessons I gained from attending a recent women's leadership conference. A standout message was the importance of speaking up and not staying silent, as silence can allow others to define your path. I emphasized the power of finding mentors, advocates and allies who can see your potential, as well as the value of building resilience, being open to reinvention, and seeing challenges as opportunities.

I also highlighted the importance of inclusivity in leadership, such as actively soliciting different perspectives from your team. As you let go of power your impact will grow.

Another takeaway was the benefits of breathwork and future-casting to build belief in yourself, as well as the powerful concept of "sisterhood", where the idea that when one woman rises, we all rise.

Throughout, I emphasized the need for leaders to show up authentically, rather than having all the answers. I encouraged listeners to reflect on their values, goals and habits to help them grow as leaders. This conference truly left me inspired and energized, and I'm excited to share these impactful lessons with you.

Click here for link to full episode and notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-307-leadership-insights-from-trailblazing-women-at-wil/

In this episode, host Michelle Bourque discusses the concept of being the "Chief Self Officer" (CSO) of your own life. Drawing inspiration from her experience at the Women in Leadership Conference, Michelle emphasizes that leadership is not limited to titles - it's about leading with influence, impact, and authority in all aspects of your life.

Key Takeaways:

• Develop a mindset of personal leadership by taking charge of managing your own life with strategic focus, just like a CEO runs a company.
• Continuously redefine your goals and success to align with your changing values and circumstances.
• Prioritize long-term goal fulfillment over short-term impulses through intentional decision-making about your time, energy, and resources.
• Implement time blocking to hold yourself accountable and ensure you're taking actions that move you towards your objectives.
• Treat self-care as a non-negotiable, and start small if needed - the key is to make it a consistent habit.
• Build a network of mentors, allies, and supportive relationships to foster growth and collaboration, just as a CEO builds a network for organizational success.
• Focus on making waves, not just creating ripples - small, intentional actions can lead to significant changes in your life.

By embracing the role of CSO, you can live with greater agency, resilience, and fulfillment, benefiting not only yourself but also those around you. Start taking small, daily steps towards becoming the leader of your own life.

Click here to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-306-leading-from-within-becoming-the-cso-of-your-life/

In this episode of the It's Your Time podcast, Michelle discusses the importance of empowering yourself to lead a life aligned with your deepest values and goals. She covers several key strategies for managing time, prioritizing personal leadership, and integrating mindset shifts that lead to growth. Michelle shares a toolkit for empowerment that includes understanding one's core values, setting clear priorities, and using intentional daily practices to avoid overwhelm.

Michelle emphasizes the concept of integration over balance, encouraging listeners to define success on their own terms and stop striving for unattainable "balance." Through tools like mindset shifts, breathing exercises, and intentional self-care, she illustrates how to build resilience and calmness. She also explains the "think-feel-do" model, which shows how thoughts influence actions and outcomes. This method helps listeners identify and shift limiting beliefs, building a foundation for lasting change.

To close, Michelle encourages taking small steps toward goals, letting go of perfectionism, and focusing on intentional energy management to maintain well-being. By integrating personal growth practices, listeners can lead more intentional and empowered lives.

https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-305-empower-elevate-lead-your-life/

In the final episode of her Women's Health Series, Michelle Bourque dives into the power of personalized health and wellness, breaking down the ways busy women can shape their own well-being. Michelle shares her expert insights on making healthcare, nutrition, and lifestyle choices tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals.

She emphasizes that fitness isn't one-size-fits-all. Instead, it's about setting realistic goals, staying consistent, and truly listening to your body. When it comes to mental health, Michelle advocates for mindfulness practices like meditation and breathing exercises as essential tools to manage stress. In nutrition, she encourages listeners to break away from emotional eating by planning and prepping meals thoughtfully.

Throughout the episode, Michelle underscores the value of setting flexible, achievable goals and celebrates the importance of small wins along the way. Her message? Don't wait for the new year to start fresh. The best time to start implementing healthy habits is right now—no matter how busy life gets.

Click here to listen to full episode: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-304-womens-health-foundations-of-personalized-health/

Join me today in the next series of the Women's Health Series: Menopause Essentials for Busy Professional Women. In this episode, I discuss the essentials of menopause, emphasizing the importance of understanding and embracing this natural life transition.

I outline the different stages: reproductive age, perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, and detail some common symptoms, such as hot flashes, mood swings, and changes in energy levels that women may experience.

I stress the need for women to take control of their health during this time, advocating for self-awareness and ongoing education. It's crucial to pay attention to pelvic floor health, breast health, and overall well-being, which includes prioritizing nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management.

Let's be proactive in seeking information and support, empowering one another to navigate this phase of life with confidence and strength.

Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-303-womens-health-series-menopause-essentials-for-busy-professional-women/

Join me today as I share a recent discussion with Stacey Mcinally, a nurse, yoga instructor, Ayurveda practitioner, and energy healer, to explore the principles and benefits of Ayurveda.

As an ancient healing system, Ayurveda emphasizes a holistic approach to health by focusing on the balance of an individual's life force (dosha) and the interconnectedness of the body and universe. Stacey discusses the value of daily practices, such as meditation, mindful eating, and self-compassion, for enhancing overall well-being. She shares her personal experience of significant improvements in anxiety, digestion, and vitality through Ayurvedic practices.

Additionally, Staecy addresses the unique health needs of women during menopause, highlighting the importance of rest and relaxation, especially during menstrual cycles.

For those new to Ayurveda, she recommends resources like dosha quizzes and meditation apps to help start their journey - check out all the great information here:

Maharishi Ayurveda Dosha Quiz: https://mapi.com/pages/dosha-quiz-landing

Banyan Botanicals Dosha Quiz: https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/pages/dosha-quiz?srsltid=AfmBOoooTNy2QpPCap3yHU-K5yj60vtnM5yh_ixckawioCZgTzSY181z

Insight Timer for Meditation: https://insighttimer.com/

Trascendental Meditation Information: https://www.tm.org/

Ways to connect with Stacey:

Email: [email protected]

Faceboook: Gravity Health & Wellness

https://gravityhealth307.my.canva.site/

Click here for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-302-womens-health-a-conversation-with-stacy-mcinally-empowered-by-ayurveda-ancient-wisdom-for-modern-women/

Join me today as I discuss the importance of mindset in women's health – starting with recognizing how our daily thoughts and habits significantly impact our well-being.

I'm highlighting common excuses like "I don't have time" and "I'm too busy" and sharing ideas on how to prioritize self-care with practical strategies.

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Join me as we celebrates episode 300 of the podcast. Today I am reflecting on the evolution of the podcast, sharing gratitude for you, and outlining three key skills: time management processes, energy renewal, and mindset shifts for your growth and development.

Today I am talking about best practices for time management, prioritizing tasks, creating a calendar, and incorporating buffer time in order to be more productive without the added stress.

I discuss the importance of energy renewal, doing activities that bring joy, celebrating small wins, and maintaining a healthy nervous system through practices like meditation and exercise.

Mindset shifts require challenging limiting beliefs, embracing growth, and stopping negative self-talk.

Be sure to check out how to learn more about the recently launched It's Your Time Empowerment Hub.

Click here for full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-300-top-3-skills-for-mastering-time-energy/

Michelle Bourque discusses the importance of reflecting on the year and redesigning goals for the end of 2024. She emphasizes the need to prioritize and align daily activities with personal priorities.

Bourque encourages listeners to identify what energizes and drains them, and to compare this with their time audit. She highlights the importance of self-care and challenging limiting beliefs.

Bourque introduces her Empowerment Hub, offering resources and coaching to help individuals manage their time and energy more effectively, and invites listeners to join her email list for more information - www.michellebourquecoaching.com/wait

Click here for link to full notes and to listen: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-299-fuel-your-future-energize-and-prioritize-for-a-powerful-2025/

Join me today as I discuss the importance of breaking free from complacency, emphasizing the effects on your personal and professional growth.

I am highlighting complacency as an "invisible weed" that can lead to stagnation and missed opportunities, differentiating between complacency and fulfillment.

If you are ready to make the changes your most desire you will want to learn more about the new empowerment hub I am offering, designed to help professionals grow and develop in a way that works for you.

Tune in today, increase your self-awareness, set new challenges, and stay adaptable to avoid complacency as your reignite the drive in your life.

It's Your Time Empowerment Hub wait list: www.michellebourquecoaching.com/wait

Click here to listen and for full notes: https://michellebourquecoaching.com/ep-298-breaking-free-from-complacency-and-reigniting-your-drive/