One Bold Move A Day

How many times have you debated whether to send a follow up email for something important to you? I mean, you sent it once and you wouldn’t want to bother someone. Except, that presumes it would be bothering someone. What if you changed your mindset to: This is exactly the email they were hoping the get that day.

Once a month I’m going to introduce you to someone who has influenced my work and life to share their one bold move with you.

This month’s One Bold Move is from Jen Glantz. Jen is the founder of the viral business, Bridesmaid for Hire, the creator of the project, Finally the Bride, the founder of the blog, The Things I Learned From, the voice of the podcast, You're Not Getting Any Younger, the founder of the coaching bizz, Jen & Juice, and the author of the Amazon-bestselling books, All My Friends are Engaged, & Always a Bridesmaid for Hire, published by Simon and Schuster.

Your One Bold Move: Send the email. Again. It might just be the one that gets you closer to your big dream.

Jen's business, Bridesmaid for Hire: http://www.bridesmaidforhire.com/

Jen's blog: http://www.thethingsilearnedfrom.com/

Jen's podcast, You're Not Getting Any Younger: http://anyyounger.com/

Jen's book, All My Friends Are Engaged: https://www.amazon.com/All-My-Friends-are-Engaged-ebootk/dp/B00FX9K3Y6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382219047&sr=8-1&keywords=jen+glantz

Jen's book, Always a Bridesmaid for Hire: https://www.amazon.com/Always-Bridesmaid-Hire-Jen-Glantz/dp/1501139061/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=thethinilearf-20&linkId=c0311505495e2390a0d17cd51a35028f

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When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

At some point in your career, you may have been told you were "too young" for certain responsibilites or "too set in your ways" to learn something new. Unfortunately, ageism happens to people early in the careers and to those who have many years of experience.

This episode provides tips on what you can do if you're experiencing ageism at work, are concerned about it being an issue at some point, or if you're a people leader looking to create an inclusive team.

Your One Bold Move: Your experience and energy that you bring to an organization is a value add, whether you've been working for two years or twenty. Lead yourself accordingly and be informed on what to do if the organization doesn't recognize your worth.

Today we'll pause to celebrate how far you've come, and to honor your progress and growth.

This episode shares a reflection for you to do to see your growth over the last year--and my favorite tip for how to celebrate progress each day.

Plus, it's episode 150 of One Bold Move A Day! That's 150 bold moves you've made on your way to achieve more than you thought was possible.

I'd love to hear what your favorite episode was or the bold moves you're working on. Drop me a note at: [email protected].

Celebrate #oneboldmove on social and tag me!

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Are you someone who likes to make others happy?

It can be a great thing to be a people pleaser, and like most strengths, there's a shadow side. When you're so busy caring for others--or what others might think--there's often a pull on your time and energy that makes it harder to prioritize yourself, too. This is a common trait, particularly in women.

It's possible to leverage this superpower without letting it take over. This episode provides four ways to stop being a people pleaser.

Your One Bold Move: Remind yourself you have so much to offer to the world--and you can best do this when you're valuing yourself, too.

For more from Shanna:

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When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

How are you feeling about your week?

You are pulled in so many different directions personally and professionally. What is one thing you can scale back on this week?

Your One Bold Move: Cancel one thing on your calendar this week (or next) to make your scheduled--and yourself--lighter.

When you have to leave work early, do you state you’re leaving or ask for permission?

Early in my career and especially as a new parent, I had to really psyche myself up to ask for time away from the office.

This episode provides tips on how to gracefully leave work early, so your boss feels informed and you get what you need.

Your One Bold Move: Leave work early when you need to and take the time off from work so you can be your best self. It’s still possible to do this and maintain a professional reputation at work.

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When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

2.2 million women left/were forced out of the workforce in 2020. This especially affected Black and Latinx women. It's been on my mind and heart, and it will take considerable business and public policy effort to reduce this trend. I'm also committed to doing everything I can to use my voice. What's also on my mind and heart is how very important it is to support all of the women who are still in the workforce. All of this is why One Bold Move A Day matters, and it's why today I'll focus on reducing the gender wage gap.

This episode shares 5 bold moves we can make together to reduce the gender wage gap.

Your One Bold Move: Consider how you can contribute to reduce the gender wage gap. Do not underestimate how your one bold move can move us forward. We rise together.

Reflecting on what Inauguration Day means this year and the responsibility that comes with it. While we watch the transition of power, we must consider what we will do with our own power.

Your One Bold Move: What will you build today?

For more from Shanna:

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When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

When was the last time you really listened to someone you didn't agree with? Disagreements happen often in workplaces, in group settings, and in our communities. It's especially happening right now with politics, justice, and healthcare.

This episode provides tips on how to thoughtfully listen to someone you don't agree with, including non-verbal cues and language you can use.

As hard as this may be, the more we can hear others, the more we can understand them. This will build greater empathy and eventually lead to true collaboration.

Your One Bold Move: Listen to someone you don't agree with. One small conversation can lead to big outcomes.

For more from Shanna:

Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com

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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking

When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Are you feeling stuck right now? It can happen at any point in your career, and you may not even know what it feels like. It can show up in a range of ways, including: not feeling clear on your next steps, experiencing less joy in things you used to love, days are repetitive, or you can't see a way out of a situation.

This episode provides six tips on how to create a pathway for yourself to gracefully move forward.

Your One Bold Move: Find small ways to keep moving forward, so you can share your best self with the world.

For more from Shanna:

Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com

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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking

When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!