Shedding the Corporate Bitch

Research shows that women rate higher than men in skills that are essential to business leadership, such as communication. Even so, women generally make less and get promoted less compared to men. This reality led today’s guest to question, where have all the women leaders gone?

Executive coach and speaker, Jane Lovas, is joining me today to examine the lack of women in leadership roles. She says that putting women in senior leadership positions can elevate a company’s profitability, innovation, and employee engagement by 30% or MORE.

In this episode, we address why this issue exists, why diversity is important, and how common female attributes compliment men in the workplace. Jane also shares her definition of bringing love to the workplace, which you can learn more about in her book, Leading With Love.

Tune in to learn how women can take control of their career, and how men can support them!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Jane’s interest in the lack of women in leadership
• Why women struggle in the workplace
• Have attitudes changed in the younger generation?
• Benefits of having women in leadership
• Skills women bring to the table
• How women can start taking responsibility of their career
• What authenticity means and why it matters
• Bringing love into the workplace
• Lessons from Jane’s ebook, Put Your Big Girl Panties On

Connect with Jane Lovas on her website: https://www.lovasconsulting.com/

Email Jane at [email protected] to get a copy of her ebook, Put Your Big Girl Panties On!

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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Episode 326 - “Through losing everything, I found everything.”

After decades of climbing the corporate ladder, I had a wake up call that changed my entire life. What happened next was a journey of self-discovery that led me to write my book, Shedding the Corporate Bitch.

I spent years chasing after accolades and power that had turned me into someone I didn’t recognize. In this episode, I share what I learned about myself and business after losing the job that had taken over my life, including how to be an effective leader and the importance of authenticity. Listen to the end to take my test to evaluate yourself as a leader, and then use your answers to take action towards change!

It’s been 12 years since I wrote my book, but the lessons are still relevant and important. Tune in as I reflect on them, and offer up more advice for female leaders!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• How my childhood led me to a corporate career
• The illusion of success and happiness
• Why getting fired was the best thing that ever happened to me
• Lessons from my book that are still relevant today
• My advice to female leaders
• Personal growth and authenticity
• Evaluating yourself as a leader with my Corporate Bitch Test
• Taking action

Get your copy of my book, Shedding the Corporate Bitch: Shifting Your Bitches to Riches in Life and Business, on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Shedding-Corporate-Bitch-Shifting-Business/dp/1600379400

Have you become someone you don't want to be in pursuit of your career or life ambitions? Do you need help to discover exactly who you are and who you're meant to be?
Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

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https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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The journey to an executive level position is far from easy, especially for women. It’s a great achievement to finally reach that goal, but what happens if when you get there, the blinders come off and you see that your values don’t align with your company?

In this episode, I’m speaking to Allison Frye about her experience climbing the corporate ladder. Her story exemplifies a few issues we’ll be discussing today, including discrimination against women in the workplace and toxic company culture.

Allison and I examine the true role of a leader, and how many leaders are lacking key skills like empathy and vulnerability. We also talk about the importance of self-discovery, and Allison’s free Guide to Psychological First Aid — a guide that EVERY leader needs.

Join our conversation on the challenges women face in corporate, and how to overcome them while staying true to yourself!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Allison’s career journey to the executive level
• Hardships faced by women in the workplace
• Why she quit her corporate job
• Advice to women in similar circumstances
• Defining empathy and how to apply it
• An example of how to show empathy as a leader
• Finding yourself and staying authentic
• Allison’s Psychological First-Aid Guide

Get Allison Frye’s free Guide to Psychological First Aid: https://www.allisoninwonderland.com/pfa-2/

Are you struggling to learn what it is you really want and how to get it so both your career and life are complete? If so, BOOK A CALL with me and let's discuss it while leaving you with an action plan for moving forward.
https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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Episode 324 - The rise of quiet quitting and The Great Resignation are trends that resulted from the pandemic, but the underlying issues have long been around. People are now looking for roles within a company that fosters a culture of inclusivity and communication, and it’s pushing organizations to start making changes.

Joining me to talk about this topic is Karolin Helbig and Minette Norman, authors of “The Psychological Safety Playbook: Lead More Powerfully by Being More Human.” They’re experts on psychological safety, and their book breaks down how leaders can build trust and get results by being more human.

During this episode, we go over the negative impacts of not having psychological safety in the workplace and why it’s become such a hot topic. Karolin and Minette also go over the benefits of psychological safety and how you can start implementing it as a leader.

Tune in to explore the concept of psychological safety, and steps YOU as a leader can take today!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Defining psychological safety in the workplace
• Why companies are becoming more aware of this concept
• How leaders can start embracing psychological safety
• Communicating courageously and effectively
• What leaders “being more human” looks like
• How to measure psychological safety in an organization
• The effects of a lack of psychological safety
• Creating psychological safety in a remote work environment

Grab Karolin Helbig and Minette Norman’s book, “The Psychological Safety Playbook: Lead More Powerfully by Being More Human,” here: https://www.thepsychologicalsafetyplaybook.com/

Connect with Karolin and Minette on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolin-helbig-33048abb/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/minettenorman

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What is your biggest challenge ensuring your people are speaking up, contributing, and creating openly with you and others, to drive the business forward? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

Connect with Bernadette:

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

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https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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Think of a time your manager asked you to complete a task, and even though you didn’t have enough information to do it correctly, you didn’t tell them. Or, imagine a situation where you forgot to ask your team for their reports before a stakeholder meeting, and now you’re walking in empty-handed. 

Did you lie and blame it on an employee, or own up to your own mistakes? 

In other words, did you take accountability?

During today’s episode, we go over the meaning of personal accountability and its role in the workplace. You’ll learn what accountability looks like, how it impacts a team’s success, and the responsibility of leaders.

Join the conversation as we break down the skills and traits you need to inspire personal accountability, and be a powerhouse leader! 

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• What accountability means in the workplace
• Why accountability is a crucial skill for leaders
• Assessing our personal accountability
• Mastering trust with your team
• How leaders can encourage personal accountability

Do you struggle to hold others or even yourself accountable?
Keep in mind, your people are looking to you to set an example.

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

Connect with Bernadette:

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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Have you ever had a boss that took credit for one of your projects and you let them do it? 

It’s a common situation when you’re new in your career, and one that led today’s guest to find her voice where she developed a program for others like her to be able to create their own corporate footprint.

Julie Riga is an executive leadership development coach, TEDx and keynote speaker, author, trainer and facilitator. She’s joining me on this episode to share her acronym, PRINT, which she uses to teach others how to become a powerhouse leader and find purpose in their career.

Listen in to learn how you can set yourself up for success by investing in your own development, building relationships inside and outside your company, and just like any goal — make a plan. You’ll also find out what you should have in your corporate toolbox, and tangible steps you can take to get started.

If you want to be the type of leader YOU always hoped for in the workplace, this episode is for you!

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

• Writing her father’s legacy in her book, “Stay on Course”
• Creating her own footprint and the PRINT acronym
• How to deal with leaders who don’t encourage your growth
• The importance of authenticity and networking
• Making a game plan and planning for leadership

Grab Julie’s Riga’s book, Stay on Course: The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, “Chef to the Stars” on Amazon to learn about her father’s fascinating life!

Get a copy of Julie’s free eBook, The Course To Leadership eBook, on her website!

Find out where to listen to her podcast, Stay On Course: Ingredients for Success, here!

What challenges do you have creating influence, building relationships, or getting your point across powerfully? Book a call with me here and let’s talk!

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here!

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Do you find yourself leaving meetings dissatisfied, like you didn’t get your point across or were unprepared to answer tough questions? This is a sign that you’re not communicating with intention, and most likely need the guidance of my 6 P’s of Powerful Communication.

Powerhouse leaders are defined by the ability to execute, handle conflict, and influence. 

In this episode, I’ll explain how to plan, prepare and practice communication so you can be a confident leader that inspires those around you. You’ll learn why each step is unique and necessary for reaching your desired result, whether it’s in the workplace or in your personal life.

Then, I break down strategies to present your information, process key takeaways, and pursue those goals. From active listening to dealing with anxiety over addressing tough topics, I’m sharing tips that will transform how you become an effective communicator.

Regardless of your current skill set, this episode is a must-listen for all leaders!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why communication is so important
• Making a game plan
• Preparing yourself and content
• The practicing phase
• Presenting and being present
• Evaluating yourself and learning lessons
• Following up and making new goals

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me here and let’s talk!

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here!

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After last week’s interview with Barbara Teicher of PropelHer® Influence, I spent a lot of time thinking about the three imperatives she says leaders need: insight, influence and impact. These are important skills to have, of course, but moving forward is fruitless without self-awareness and accountability.

During today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 key steps you can take RIGHT NOW to become an empowered powerhouse leader. You’ll walk away understanding what self-awareness and accountability means, and how to achieve it. Plus, discover the power you’ll feel in taking responsibility for your success and failures, and how that can aid in your continual growth.

If you want to be an empowered leader but don’t know how to get there, this episode is for you!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Defining self-awareness and accountability
• Bernadette’s story of self-discovery
• Why it’s important to know who you are
• Making changes within yourself and your surroundings
• The final steps to becoming an empowered leader

Are you struggling to understanding the impact you are making in your leadership role? What questions Book a call with me at coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall, and let's talk!

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On today’s episode, I am welcoming a very special guest!

Barbara Teicher, from PropelHer® Influence helps women in business focus on three pivotal priorities that can propel both their careers and the bottom line, leading to: Emotional intelligence, more profitable and engaged teams, supportive corporate cultures and influence with impact. 

We will be discussing why some women just aren’t getting promoted, gaining influence, and achieving their career ambitions. 

We are taking the time to dig deep into why it is that women aren’t, as Barbara says, propelling, in their career.

So, join us as Barbara teaches us about the dangers of assuming, what is causing your career to be stagnant and how you can propel! 

Here are the highlights 

(01:42) Propelling - what do we mean by that?

(07:07) A French bike accident

(09:46) Getting that influence

(14:30) Knowledge is power

(17:23) The view from the top of the ladder

(21:19) Personalities and Communication

Find out more 

You can find Barbara’s book here: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23434797-it-s-how-you-say-it 

Book a call with me here and let’s talk!

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If you knew how to achieve 80% of your results from just 20% of effort, would you want to know?

This episode is all about just that: tips, techniques and strategies to help you get focused, clear, organized, and empowered to generate more while doing less.

Highlights of the episode include:

• Using the Pareto Rule to gain sanity in your life
• How to say No, even to the boss, client or peer
• How to become a Time Manager that will set you up for massive results

Today we are going to get focused, clear, and organized so you can move from chaos to clarity as you pursue your daily tasks and your overall goals.

So, join me to find out how you can accomplish far more than you are right now, by actually doing less.

Connect with Bernadette 

Do you need tips or advice on how to be a powerhouse leader, book a call – https://calendly.com/balloffireaccelerator/discovery-call?month=2023-01

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