In this inspiring episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Julia Frense Maria, a rising leader in sourcing and procurement, to talk about overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing career pivots, and leading with confidence. Julia shares how taking bold opportunities—even before feeling ready—helped her build authentic leadership development and lasting career growth.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Navigate big roles with courage and clarity
 ✅ Reframe self-doubt into confidence at work
 ✅ Align your career decisions with passion and values
 ✅ Use networking as a superpower for advancement

If you’ve ever felt like you’re growing faster than your confidence can catch up, this conversation will help you rise into your next role with purpose and poise.

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In this heart-centered episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Ana Trsic, who shares her journey from corporate professional to candle-making entrepreneur. Together, they explore how choosing joy, breaking cultural expectations, and embracing creativity can spark powerful career growth and leadership development.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Redefine success and create fulfillment on your own terms
 ✅ Use mindset shifts to turn uncertainty into opportunity
 ✅ Balance ambition with authenticity and personal joy
 ✅ Leverage social media and community for entrepreneurial success

If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if you stopped following the script and started following your joy, this episode will inspire you to take the leap.

🎧 Listen now to discover how choosing joy can become your most courageous career move.

Resources Mentioned

Link to the Scentanacandle Co: https://www.scentanacandleco.com/

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In this high-stakes episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Ellen Leikind, author of Poker Woman and creator of the BOLD Negotiation System, to reveal how to stop playing it safe and start leading with power. From poker tables to boardrooms, Ellen unpacks how women in leadership can navigate power dynamics, speak up with confidence, and define success on their own terms.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Recognize when you’re already playing the game of office politics
 ✅ Reframe assertiveness as a leadership strength, not a risk
 ✅ Build influence through relationships and strategic visibility
 ✅ Redefine your “win” and play all-in on your own ambitions

🎧 Listen now to turn hesitation into bold, career-defining moves—and bet on yourself.

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📚 Resources & Mentions:

• Poker Woman: How to Win in Love, Life, and Business Using the Principles of Poker — Find it on Amazon
• Learn more about Elen’s negotiation course: www.pokerdivas.com

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In this thought-provoking episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke and Dr. Anna Kallschmidt expose the invisible rulebook of the American workplace—and how it keeps talented people from advancing. They unpack how class, gender, and cultural expectations shape career growth, leadership development, and who gets seen as “professional.”

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Recognize hidden norms that influence promotions and perception
 ✅ Blend “I” and “we” to lead confidently in any environment
 ✅ Communicate effectively across cultural and class lines
 ✅ Use soft skills as your true competitive advantage

If you’ve ever worked hard yet felt unseen, this episode will help you decode unspoken rules and rise with purpose.

🎧 Listen now to rewrite the rules—and play your own winning game.

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In this compelling episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke speaks with Dr. Arin N. Reeves—author, researcher, and expert on bias and inclusion—about how to outsmart the invisible systems that hold professionals back. Together, they explore how women in leadership can navigate microaggressions, hidden rules, and double standards while building confidence at work and sustainable career growth.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Recognize unspoken workplace dynamics and power plays
 ✅ Respond strategically to bias and exclusion
 ✅ Protect your energy and influence without burnout
 ✅ Lead with authenticity and emotional intelligence

If you’ve ever felt like you’re playing by a rulebook no one gave you, this episode will help you reclaim your voice and thrive on your own terms.

🎧 Listen now to learn how to outsmart and rise above the system.

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🛠️ Tools + Takeaways:

• Arin’s 10-Question Game Plan to deal with liars, gaslighters, and gatekeepers
• Practical advice on how to amplify other women in meetings
• The power of strategic silence—and the phrase: “You’re right.”
• Building networks that neutralize toxic power

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📚 Resources Mentioned:

• 📖 Smarter Than a Lie by Dr. Arin N. Reeves
• 📖 In Charge: The Energy Management Guide for Women
• 💻 Learn more at nexions.com

👩‍💼 About Dr. Arin N. Reeves:

Dr. Arin Reeves is a sociologist, researcher, and author specializing in workplace culture, leadership, and inclusion. She is the President of Nextions, a leadership consulting firm that helps organizations build smarter, more inclusive systems. Arin has worked with Fortune 500 companies, law firms, universities, and nonprofits to support meaningful and measurable change.

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In this powerful episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke speaks with Dr. Patricia Stepp about how confronting toxic leadership became the catalyst for bold career reinvention. From biomedical research to intellectual property, Patricia shares how resilience, authenticity, and self-trust shaped her journey through professional transitions and leadership development.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Recognize the signs of toxic leadership and protect your confidence at work
 ✅ Build resilience and self-trust after career challenges
 ✅ Use networking to create authentic connections and opportunities
 ✅ Embrace change as a path to long-term career growth

If you’ve ever faced poor leadership or questioned your worth, this episode will help you rebuild confidence and take ownership of your path.

🎧 Listen now to learn how resilience turns adversity into leadership strength.

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In this eye-opening episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke and Dr. Sarah Kaplan unpack the innovation paradox—why reducing or cutting DEI initiatives may be the most costly decision a company can make. Together, they explore how diversity in leadership drives career advancement, creativity, and long-term success, while highlighting the hidden risks of bias and short-term business trade-offs.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Understand the business and innovation value of DEI
 ✅ Recognize how privilege and bias affect corporate culture
 ✅ Build inclusive teams that enhance leadership development
✅ Navigate changing workplace dynamics with confidence at work

This episode challenges leaders to see inclusion as an innovation advantage—not a checkbox.

🎧 Listen now to discover why inclusive leadership is the ultimate growth strategy.

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Connect with Sarah Kaplan at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlkaplan/ or https://bsky.app/profile/sarahkaplan.bsky.social

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In this timely episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke and Dr. Marilyn A. Clark explore how women in leadership can rise and lead boldly as DEI programs fade. Together, they unpack the realities of today’s workplace—where progress and setbacks coexist—and reveal how radical responsibility, imagination, and strategic networking fuel career advancement and leadership development.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Speak up and take space without over-apologizing
 ✅ Reframe ambition as a driver of impact and confidence at work
 ✅ Build sponsors and support systems for long-term success
 ✅ Use visibility and risk-taking to accelerate career growth

If you’re ready to navigate shifting leadership dynamics and rise with courage, this episode will show you how to lead with clarity and conviction.

🎧 Listen now to step into your next level of leadership.

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Reach out to Dr. Marilyn at:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilyn-a-clark-ed-d-4837531/
• Email: [email protected]
• CCG-solutions.com
• iammarilynclark.com

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In this special solo episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke reflects on her personal journey and the evolution of the podcast. She shares candid insights on how self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and hidden workplace rules impact women in leadership—and how mindset shifts can spark authentic career advancement.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Name your inner critic and reclaim confidence at work
 ✅ Build community and mentorship for leadership growth
 ✅ Navigate external barriers like DEI rollbacks with resilience
 ✅ Redefine ambition as a driver of bold leadership development

Natalie’s reflections remind every ambitious professional that growth begins with courage—and that true leadership starts within.

🎧 Listen now to unmask ambition and step confidently into your next level of leadership.

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In this insightful episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke and Trisha Tyan discuss how to redefine success beyond hustle culture. Trisha, a seasoned professional and chronic illness advocate, shares her journey of balancing ambition, health, and career growth while building confidence at work.

You’ll learn how to:
 ✅ Recognize the hidden costs of overwork
 ✅ Use self-advocacy to create inclusive workplaces
 ✅ Align ambition with energy and well-being
 ✅ Redefine success through realistic planning and leadership development

This conversation reminds leaders that success isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most, sustainably and with compassion.

🎧 Listen now to discover how to thrive without the hustle and lead with balance and confidence.

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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trishatayan/

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