Shedding the Corporate Bitch

In the spirit of Mother's Day, we're diving deep into a topic close to my heart – Celebrating Working Mom's with Strategies for Career Success.

In this episode, we spotlight the undeniable value that working moms add to their workplaces with their exceptional loyalty, innovation, and connectivity. We understand that juggling professional aspirations with personal commitments is no easy task, which is why we'll discuss the importance of self-care, establishing a robust support system, and flexibility in both work and life.

Let's not forget, your worth is immense, and today we're here to help you recognize and capitalize on it. I've got some insights on carving out 'me time,' understanding the significance of support systems, and how to foster leadership skills that will help you shine.

So, grab your headphones, take a deep breath, and let's dive into a conversation that empowers all the magnificent working moms out there. Here we go!
IN THIS EPISODE:

• Unique skills/value moms bring to the workplace
• The importance of self-care and building a support system
• Common challenges of working moms and how to overcome them
• Career advancement strategies for working moms

Here's a breakdown:
00:00 Celebrating moms, balancing career and family.

06:19 Value personal and professional goals as a woman.

07:47 Celebrate women, honor working moms, value multitasking.

14:41 Moms make quick decisions, great problem solvers.

17:23 Working moms bring diverse perspectives to workplace.

22:02 Success for working moms: self-care is critical.

24:28 Balancing work and family while setting boundaries.

27:05 Set boundaries, focus on professional development, manage guilt.

31:46 Don't let life pass you by unnoticed.
If you are a working mom looking for tips, strategies and support on how to achieve all of the goals you have for yourself and your family, book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

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Leadership is an action, not merely a position. This powerful idea is explored in this episode with Laura Darrell of Laura Darrell Leadership Consulting, as we dive into her leadership approach that emphasizes bold action and self-reflection in order to take charge of one’s career.

During our conversation, we discuss the promotability gap and proximity bias in the workplace, both issues that limit career advancement and leave employees unprepared to step into new roles as leaders. Laura offers insights into how these challenges impact career advancement and suggests strategies for recognizing and overcoming them, especially for those lacking mentorship from their managers.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know what steps to take if you’re not getting promoted within your organization and how to learn the skills required for leadership roles, whether you’re working remotely or in the office.

Tune in now to start embedding action into your leadership style!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The concept of leadership as an action
• Investing in your leadership development
• Overcoming proximity bias in the workplace
• Bold actions for career advancement
• Building relationships within an organization

Learn more about Laura Darrell Leadership Consulting at https://www.lauradarrellleadership.com/!

Check out her book, The Promotability Gap: The REAL Reasons You're Not Advancing in Your Career and What YOU Can Do About It! https://www.amazon.ca/Laura-Darrell-MA-Leadership/e/B0B85FM1YT/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk

Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauravik/

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

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Get to know Christa Deána, singer-songwriter, entrepreneur, and educator. She’ll share her insights on bullying depression, and suicide first hand and as a high school teacher. Also learn about her message of H.O.P.E. and what drives her to be passionate.What you will learn:Practical tools for dealing with bullying, depression, and anxiety.What it’s like to run your own business and how to discover if it’s right for you.What it’s like to be a Christian in the music industry.Great practice and preservation tips for aspiring singers/musicians.Christa Deána (De-nay) is a Christian Singer/Songwriter from Philadelphia who sings with conviction and power. Her songs speak to the journey of a woman after God's own heart. Each song is deeply rooted in a personal, yet extremely vulnerable relationship with God. She is currently a music educator and worship leader. She is also the owner of ChristaCourt Productions. After experiencing bullying, depression, and thoughts of suicide, she used music as a coping mechanism. Her experience from a personal point of view and now high school music teacher motivates her to continuously write songs that encourage and give H.O.P.E.Host, Bernadette Boas and her guests, discuss the top of mind topics, questions and issues women have in their every day career, business and life. Listen weekly on Shedding the Bitch.com or iTunes.

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According to our guest, Dorothy Kuhn, "I grew up thinking if I worked hard and did my work, I’d be rewarded. It’s partly true. What I didn’t know was the bigger game. In this game -- You not only get to choose the career you want, you get to decide how you’re going to play it – into someone else’s view? Or into the future you want for you."In this lively interview, you will learn:3 major elements of the game (status, vision & fun)what they do for youhow to choose which one you want to get better with 1stDorothy Kuhn grew up a mystical Christian kid, running around the woods with her little brothers and the neighbor kids, so fascinated with how cool the world is, she had to learn all about it. Studied science, graduated in Physics and Math. Won her first professional position knowing more quantum mechanics than anyone else.After a few years in systems engineering, she knew her best shot at advancement was into management and leadership. But how?She’s here to share how YOU can have the career and the earnings you want, while keeping your integrity and still having a home life. AND how to accelerate your path with targeted mentoring that gives you the clarity you need, so you get career momentum and achieve the impact you want, for yourself, your company and your family. All in a way that’s FUN & lets you shed the bitch.

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What is causing your stress and overwhelm, is it your packed calendar or multiple-page to-do list?
It is critical for the health and success of your team and you to find solutions to managing your time and workload. It will save your sanity. Despite the demanding nature of leadership roles, effective time management emerges as a powerful antidote to these pervasive problems.
You will gain actionable insights on mastering time management to mitigate stress and burnout. By implementing the strategies discussed, leaders can enhance their performance, support their teams effectively, and prevent high-potential employees from leaving.

Challenges Addressed:

1. Workplace Stress:
   • 35% of respondents identify their supervisor as a primary source of stress.
   • 65% of leaders experience burnout.
   • Only 27% feel adequately supported by their organization.
   • Fear of top-performing employees leaving due to burnout, cited by 71% of managers.
2. Leadership Pressure:
   • Executives feeling overwhelmed, leading to 44% contemplating company switches for better growth opportunities.
   • High stress levels contributing to sleep disturbances in 94% of leaders.
3. Common Stress Factors:
   • The myth of multitasking.
   • Overfilled calendars.
   • Technological distractions.

Impact on Corporate Life:

• Individual Consequences:
  • Poor time management leads to reduced productivity, performance, and career stagnation.
  • Work-life imbalance and mental fatigue from managing people and providing feedback.
• Business Consequences:
  • Decreased team and business performance.
  • Increased employee turnover.
  • Negative brand reputation due to stressed and dissatisfied employees.

Valuable Takeaways:

1. Personal Strategies for Time Management
2. Organizational Strategies
3. Team Performance Solutions

Call to Action:

• Tune in to learn how you can start shedding your corporate constraints and unlock your leadership potential.
• For more personalized strategies, Bernadette offers a complimentary consultation via coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall
• Stay connected by subscribing to the "Shedding the Corporate Bitch" podcast on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Listen to this transformative episode—it's time to take the first step towards a more balanced, efficient, and fulfilling leadership journey.

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