The Rutledge Perspective Podcast

Are you an entrepreneur, coach, or consultant that struggles with pricing your products or services? Maybe, you're an employee that has had difficulty negotiating a raise. If you wear any of these hats, this is the show for you!

This episode of the Rutledge Perspective is packed full of tangible information that will help you navigate through compensation negotiations with the utmost clarity. There's a misconception that we are to be compensated based on our worth. The truth is that we demand a certain compensation based on the value that we bring & deliver to our organization or clients.

Once we understand this concept, we will be able to remove emotions from compensation discussions and tell a clear story of the value that we bring, and the price attached to that value!

Takeaways 📝

🔑 Your base salary is not indicative of your value.

🔑 Eliminate the external response to money tied to value.

🔑 No one can pay you what you're worth because you are priceless because you exist.

Homework 📚

Evaluate the value that you are bringing to your work, your business, or your specific department. What is the price attached to the value that you bring?

Be sure to tune in each week for new episodes!

Learn more about the host here: https://laurelrutledge.com

Let's connect:

Instagram: @laurel.k.rutledge

Facebook: Laurel K Rutledge

Linkedin: Laurel K. Rutledge MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Check out The Rutledge Perspective on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therutledgeperspective

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Don't overthink this, you are valuable! You're not valuable because of your job, your title, or your income. You're valuable simply because you exist. If you do not clearly define your own value, external factors will begin to shape how you view yourself as a human being.

As we begin this new year and we look at what we hope to accomplish, it's important to first establish who we are and where we are. Where you are doesn't change who you are, it only informs how you show up as who you are and how you navigate through situations. This episode will not only help you define your own self value, it will help you establish a solid foundation and develop your own personal guide towards a meaningful life!

Takeaways 📝

🔑 You are valuable because you're here.

🔑 Your skills, expertise, and experiences add value but don't determine value.

🔑 Use who you are and your own integrity as your guide for fulfillment and appreciation.

Homework 📚

Complete this sentence: I am valuable because ____________?

Take some time to think about this.

Be sure to tune in each week for new episodes!

Learn more about the host here: https://laurelrutledge.com

Let's connect:

Instagram: @laurel.k.rutledge

Facebook: Laurel K Rutledge

Linkedin: Laurel K. Rutledge MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Check out The Rutledge Perspective on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therutledgeperspective

Thank you for listening!

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Episode Summary

Happy YOU year 2023! This year, we are going to start with a statement of truth: You ARE Good Enough! On these grounds, you will have the foundation to go after whatever it is you want with humility, clarity and confidence. Knowing you are enough enables you to say "I don't know" and then find out. It enables you to ask for help. It gives you POWER!

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believes you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

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Episode Summary

How do you know when you need to stop and regroup? What are the signs or the "gut instinct" that get your attention to redirect your actions to your aligned purpose? It's all about being self-aware enough to stop yourself in your tracks to say, "wait! What's up?" and then listen to the answer that your gut tells you. It is never wrong.

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Episode Summary

How do you feel when you walk into your home? Your office? Your backyard? Or onto your balcony or patio? Do you feel peace? Do you feel comfort and safety? Do you feel heaviness? How your environment makes you feel directly impact how you behave. But you have a choice. What can you do to create an environment that supports the best YOU you can be? Do that!

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Episode Summary

There is so much power in shifting our perspective in order to get aligned with who we are and where we are. And that alignment enables us to know what we want and plan how to make it happen. But, if we are not willing to watch our language and the words we use, the power of our tongue can lead to misalignment. For ourselves and for those we lead and serve.

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Episode Summary

Cowardice, Confrontation, Cowardice, Candor. The 4 Cs. But how do they play out for you as you navigate your business and career. Well, it depends. Being reluctant to face an issue head on is not always cowardice. And candor is not always the best strategic decision. But CLARITY requires that we master these four things and adapt our execution to the environment in which we operate.

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

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Episode Summary

Whew! This interview is JUICY! Nicole Walker drops some serious wisdom about doing it afraid, the power of ignorance (it's a thing), connections and relationships, and being willing to shift perspective to what you are really being called to do. Oh yeah, and the big AHA: you can connect your excellence with your genius and deliver something uniquely yours! You gotta catch this conversation!

About the Guest:

Nicole is an Award Winning Podcaster, Global Influencer, International Speaker, Podcast Launch Coach, and Women Empowerment Advocate. Nicole attributes much of her success to starting her podcast, WinHers United, and often talks about how podcasting "literally changed her life".

Nicole has been named a Top 50 Mom in Podcasting, a 2020 Top Influencer, and was nominated for the 2021 Excellence in Audio Media Award. Nicole speaks on various topics pertaining to business, mindset, and podcasting. She has spoken at events such as Afros & Audio, Podcast Movement, Podfest, and Tampa Bay Startup Week.

Nicole's podcast has received numerous accolades such as being ranked among the Top 5% of podcasts worldwide, and winning the 2020 Best Black Business Podcast Award. In 2020 Nicole created the first WinHers United Virtual Summit, which was an international success. In 2021 Nicole joined the Afros & Audio team as the Sponsorship Manager to assist with acquiring sponsors for the annual Afros & Audio Virtual Podcast Festival.

Driven by the premise of being and doing better, Nicole uses her experience and knowledge to help others with business and personal development. Nicole is the proud mother of two children, and when she is not working she enjoys traveling, eating, and scrapbooking.

• Follow WinHers United on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/winhersunited
• To stay up to date on WinHers United the podcast and future WinHers United events visit: http://winhersunited.com.
• If you are looking for podcast launch coaching or podcast analytics consultant, schedule a call with Nicole at: http://bit.ly/WinHers-PodCall

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Episode Summary

Sometimes circumstances move us into spaces we were meant to be in all along. But that doesn't mean we are immediately comfortable in those spaces. But as my guest, Melynda Benlemlih discusses, understanding the discomfort and finding a way to move through it authentically is the key. For her, that was standing on her natural curiosity and care for others. Listen in to her in credible guidance for your journey to next.

About the Guest:

Melynda Benlemlih has worked in human capital and organizational development for over 20 years, specializing in strategic planning and communications, performance and effectiveness, change management, and leadership development. She has a working knowledge of Mandarin Chinese and Moroccan Arabic, has traveled and lived abroad, and volunteers to advance equity and inclusion in her local community. Melynda lives in Fairfax, VA with her husband, three boys, a pug named Max and a cat named Gracie

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About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Episode Summary

We are talking money! But not just money, about money and IMPACT! My incredible guest, Shinika Crawley knows what it means to dig deep into where you are to get everything you need to move into where you want to be. The shining example of shifting perspective to shift circumstances. And now, she is helping others do the exact same thing when it comes to building wealth and legacy.

About the Guest:

Shinika known as Money Making Shi, helps the service-based entrepreneurs of impact, who works a 9-5, Get out of fear, to experience more figures in their business. So that they can fund their freedoms, Fire their full-time job, and truly Experience a legacy that goes far beyond them.

She's in the business of legacy-making through Entrepreneurship.

Graduating from the Great Bethune Cookman University (HBCU) where she truly entered to learn and is now departing to serve Shinika is helping women make lots of money! With 9 years in the game from being a project manager to running million-dollar buildings, projects, and beyond. Shinika believes that with shifting your mind you can truly build a business that makes lots of money and the life you truly desire. You don't have to choose.

You can't be the change you want to see if you have no change … Are you ready to make the money you think about in the back of your mind?

Personal Links

https://www.instagram.com/sheisshinika/

https://www.instagram.com/madherselfaboss

https://www.instagram.com/girls.likeus/

Resource Links

https://www.forthegirlslikeus.com/affirmations-like-a-boss/

https://www.forthegirlslikeus.com/money-making-method/

https://www.forthegirlslikeus.com/6-ps-to-profit-faster/

About the Host:

Laurel Rutledge's human-centered approach, empathy, and understanding of individual needs make her a top-notch personal advisor and women's leadership coach.

Her care and compassion have made her an indispensable guide for countless women navigating the next phases of their lives and careers. Add to that her intimate knowledge of the HR landscape, and it becomes clear why her clients have had such transformative experiences. Just as Rutledge has helped countless others get out of their rut and off of the ledge, so too can she help you.

After receiving her MBA, Laurel moved from accounting and consulting to human resources, driven by a desire to do good in a business environment. After a 30-year career, she left the corporate world, but her passion for helping others has only grown. Now, she works one-on-one with clients, leveraging her experience in leadership and personal development to help them get the most of out their lives and careers.

From her beginnings as a consultant at Deloitte to her time as VP of HR at Covestro, Laurel has seen more sides of the business world than most. She uses that experience and her expertise to help leaders ALIGN words and action, get CLEAR on what they want and move into EMPOWERED ACTION all in a space of no judgment. She truly believe you have to "lead with your heart, act with your head."

Find out more at: https://laurelrutledge.com

Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, GooglePodcast or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.

Leave us a review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on the platforms, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review