A lighthearted but heartfelt conversation with women about the work they do and the journey that brought them to pursue their career path. You will hear what they've learned in their career journey, the good, the bad, the ups and downs and everything in between, along with some fun advice they would give themselves if they could go back to when it all began. Come in...have a seat....and listen to conversations with women in the workplace!
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My name is Busisiwe Hlatswayo and I am a Career Coach for Black Women. In this podcast I tackle issues that inhibit black women from and help black women level up in the workplace
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Welcome to the Women’s equality in the workplace podcast, where amazing things happen.
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Embrace Change and Lead with Intention: Insights from speaker.inspirer.thriver. Parul Somani
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Send us a Text Message. “Practicing being intentional is not something we can turn on or off on a day to day basis; it is something we have to exercise in the small day to day decisions that we make and the small setbacks we experience.” Parul Somani is not your average life leadership speaker and coach—she's a powerhouse dedicated to empowering in…
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Unveiling the Story of My Mom: Life as a Hairstylist, Daycare Provider, and Family Matriarch
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Send us a Text Message. "At-home daycare was a new concept in the mid to late 1970s, as many women were entering the workforce. I took care of infants and children of various ages, including special needs children, and maintained connections with them throughout their lives." Welcome to "Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace." Tod…
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Real Talk: Embracing Our Less-Than-Finest Moments
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Send us a Text Message. "One of the blessings of being a seasoned executive assistant is that I can look at these moments and not give them so much weight." Get ready for a minicast episode packed with insights and real talk! In this minicast episode, I'm diving into one of my favorite topics: bouncing back from mistakes at work. I'll be sharing my…
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The Business of Inclusion: Lisa Mulligan on Building a Culture of Diversity
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Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode of "Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace" I've got a super inspiring chat with Lisa Mulligan, CEO + Founder of The Culture Ministry, an organization dedicated to supporting DEI&B efforts in organizations. Lisa shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a fierce advocate …
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Admin Life Unfiltered: Juggling Multiple Roles & Finding Balance
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Send us a Text Message. "I think the win comes from at least engaging in that conversation, bringing it up and acknowledging that you're struggling and you're open to finding some solutions." In today's episode I invite you to join me in celebrating Admin Professional Day, as we explore the importance of appreciating our victories and moments of st…
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Crushing It in the Digital World: Top Tips for Virtual Assistant Victory with Carissa Discipio
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Send us a Text Message. “If you’re interested in becoming a virtual assistant, you have to have great communication skills, do not be afraid to put yourself out there, and learn to build trust within that service.” Hailing from the vibrant city of Toronto, Canada, Carissa brings a wealth of experience from her background in marketing, film, and adm…
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Learning, Setback and Growth, A Conversation with Kymberly Lavigne-Hinkley, Director, Learning & Employment Records, WGU
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Send us a Text Message. "Career setbacks are all about highlighting how you grow and change from different experiences that you face and that no one is creating the narrative for us. We create our own narrative, and that's really powerful." Happy Admin Professional Month! To help celebrate this month I took to the mic to interview a member of the t…
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From Scroll to Success: EA Coach and Author, Leslie Martinez Shares How to Land Your Ideal Job
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Send us a Text Message. "Being intentional requires you take a step back from taking action and explore what you actually want from your next opportunity." In this episode of Have A Seat, I sit down with the amazing Leslie Martinez, Coach, Executive Assistant, and Author, to delve into the world of intentional job searching for executive and admini…
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From 'No' to 'Go': Getting the Green Light for Professional Development Funds
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Send us a Text Message. "Don't be pushed by your problems. Be led by your dreams." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Hey there, it's Deb Coleman, back with another mini cast episode of "Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace." Today, we're getting real about professional development funding and the art of asking for approval to attend such eve…
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From TV Producer to Broadcasting Educator: Brytnee Avery's Inspiring Career Journey
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Send us a Text Message. “Even if it’s not broadcasting, I’m teaching my students little habits that will help them be successful later on in life.” Welcome to this week's episode of Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace. Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Brytnee Avery, a fellow Las Vegan and remarkable woman with a backgro…
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Confessions of a Conference Presenter: Google, Growth, and Getting Gutsy!
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Send us a Text Message. "Conferences: Where coffee is strong, ideas are even stronger, and sleep is in short supply." Ever wonder what it's like to step up to the mic at a conference? Well, wonder no more! I'm all about it and ready to spill the tea on my recent adventure as a co-presenter & moderator at a conference for administrative professional…
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From On-Air to Off the Charts: Mastering the Art of Voice with Voice Coach, Susan Murphy
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Send us a Text Message. "The real vocal part of you is in there. When you start to use that voice, people will listen." Today, I have a seat with Susan Murphy, a trailblazing broadcast voice coach with four decades of experience. In this impactful episode Susan shares invaluable insights into voice modulation and authenticity in professional enviro…
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From Job Seeker to Empowered Candidate: How to Articulate Your Value in Interviews
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Send us a Text Message. “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson This week's minicast episode is all about a topic near and dear to many of us: articulating our value during interviews. I tackle this listener-submitted topic head-on and share some valuable insights and adv…
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Standing on the Red Dot: Jamie Vanek's Inspiring TEDx Experience
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Send us a Text Message. “Then one day you realize oh this could be a reality this is something I never thought I could do; it’s not as daunting or as far out there as you think.” This week on Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace" I sit down for an inspiring conversation with the remarkable Jamie Vanek about her experience speakin…
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Embracing Quiet Confidence: People & Culture Catalyst, Lily Woi's Advice for Introverted Professionals
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Send us a Text Message. "Embracing your true self and finding your voice in a noisy world is a journey." Today's episode features a captivating conversation with Lily Woi, an esteemed People & Culture Catalyst and author of "Quiet Confidence, Thriving in a World Full of Noise." Lily encourages us to embrace our quiet strengths and confidently contr…
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Embracing Vulnerability: Rethinking Leadership in Startup Environments with Leadership & Culture Transformation Coach, Katie McLaughlin
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Send us a Text Message. "If you don’t know how you can contribute to company culture, then start asking. Ask one more question today; if we asked more questions at work, things may seem a lot easier." This week I have a seat with Leadership and Culture Transformation Coach, Katie McLaughlin, to delve into the importance of empathy, vulnerability, a…
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A Tribute to 4 Years of Meaningful Conversations: The Anniversary Episode You Can't Miss!
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Send us a Text Message. "But in the end, stories are about one person saying to another: This is the way it feels to me. Can you understand what I'm saying? Does it also feel this way to you?" ~ Kazuo Ishiguro As I celebrate the 4th anniversary of "Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace," I am overwhelmed with gratitude for your un…
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Closing the Confidence Gap: Kelli Thompson's Blueprint for Women's Success
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Send us a Text Message. "The more empowered we feel, the more normal we feel and I think sometimes just in that community of support, it really breeds confidence when you have people around us to help us move forward." In this week's episode, I have a seat with guest Kelli Thompson, a leadership coach, author, and speaker, who is on a mission to he…
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From Mind Reader to Strategic Anticipator: Hacks for Executive Assistants
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Send us a Text Message. “Don't limit your challenges - challenge your limits.” ~ Unknown Today I'll be sharing my thoughts on the topic of "Supernatural Anticipation" in the role of an executive assistant. With over 10 years as an executive assistant, I dive into the unspoken expectation of anticipating the needs of the executives or teams one supp…
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Embracing Our Sexuality: A Candid Discussion with Sex & Intimacy Coach, Leah Carey
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Send us a Text Message. "It is never too late. You are not past your prime, you have not lost the best years of your life. You have the power of self discovery at whatever moment is right for you." In this episode I have a thought-provoking and enlightening conversation with Sex and Intimacy Coach, Leah Carey. With a focus on radical empathy and cr…
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Cheers to a New Year: Embracing Positivity, Empowerment, and Growth in 2024
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Send us a Text Message. “Each morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” ~ Buddha Season's Greetings!, It's Deb Coleman, and I'm thrilled to wish all my fellow executive assistants a Happy New Year in this special episode of "Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workplace." As we step into 2024, I take a moment to r…
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Virtual Hot Cocoa and Holiday Cheers: A Cheerful Year-End Message from Me to You
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Send us a Text Message. May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve ~ Unknown This festive episode takes a special turn away from interviews and dives into a moment of pure appreciation. First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you, my amazing listeners. Your support and encouragement have been the f…
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Unlocking Your Hidden Advantage: How Patti Block Is Empowering Women Business Owners
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Send us a Text Message. "One thing I think we forget as business owners is that we have choices. When we go in a direction, we struggle, but we keep on that path because it's what we think we should do. In many cases, you need to release the should's and figure out what works for you." Welcome to "Have A Seat...Conversations With Women in the Workp…
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The Invisible Workload: How Life Coach, Michelle Gauthier, Guides Women to Find Calm in Chaos
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Send us a Text Message. “The invisible workload is something that you do that's not your actual job that you get paid to do, and not the visible chores at home, like emptying the dishwasher. It's all of the thinking, planning and anticipation, of all the things that you have to do.” In this week's episode, I have a seat with life coach, Michelle Ga…
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Top Tips for Seasoned Executive Assistants: Staying Relevant in a Dynamic Workplace
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Send us a Text Message. Whatever music you beat on your drum there is somebody who can dance to it. ~ Chinua Achebe In this thrilling minicast episode, I dive into a listener-driven topic that's bound to leave you inspired and empowered. Drumroll, please! Today, it's all about the seasoned professionals out there—how to stay relevant and score thos…
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From Fear to Empowerment: Lata Hamilton's Expert Tips for Navigating Workplace Change
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Send us a Text Message. "The magic happens when you meet in the middle, when that top down leader meets the grassroots bottom up, then you have that synergy and you have that alignment." In this week's episode, I have a special guest, Lata Hamilton, the Founder & CEO of Passion Pioneers. Lata is a change management consultant, leadership trainer, a…
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Unleash Your Inner Holiday Warrior: My Bold 2023 Holiday Survival Guide
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Send us a Text Message. Hey there, it's me, your helpful elf on a shelf Have A Seat podcast host, Debra! I'm here to spill the eggnog on my ultimate holiday survival guide. Trust me, you don't want to miss this! I know that the holiday season can be a whirlwind of chaos and stress. But fear not, I've got your back with some light-hearted tips from …
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Sipping on Success: A Toast to Kaleen Skersies' EA Journey in the Tech Industry
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Send us a Text Message. "It's just wild to look back at all of the things that I've learned throughout my career as an EA and then some of the changes and differences that I've noticed coming into the tech space." In this episode, Ichat with the amazing Kaleen Skersies about her journey as a career EA, transitioning from the private service industr…
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Designing Your Career: Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Hustle with Tutti Taygerly
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Send us a Text Message. "I work with high achievers who are realizing that there is something more that is needed in their life that will fulfill them in some way more than just the act of hustling and achievement." In this week's episode, I have a very special guest joining me, Tutti Taygerly, an executive leadership coach, professional speaker, a…
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Ambition's Price: The Eerie Tale of Debra the Executive Assistant
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Send us a Text Message. When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, 'tis near Halloween." ~ Unknown In this eerie episode, we're about to unravel the bone-chilling story of Debra, the executive assistant with an insatiable thirst for success. Brace yourself for a spine-tingling journey through her career highs, ha…
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Walking the Walk: Elevating Your Professional Presence with Katharine Lazaruk
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Send us a Text Message. “We live in a visual world and people do think things about you before they actually get to know you.” This week I've got a super cool episode lined up with the amazing Katharine Lazaruk, Professional Presence Expert and CEO of Lazaruk Consulting. She's not your typical expert - she's all about helping you crank up your prof…
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Picture Perfect: Unveiling the Art of Brand Photography for Women 40+ with Suzanne Rothmeyer
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Send us a Text Message. "Brand photography is telling the story of you and your business and what service you provide, visually." In this week's episode, I had the absolute pleasure to sit down with Suzanne Rothmeyer, a brand photographer who specializes in empowering women over forty. Suzanne shares her journey into the world of brand photography …
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Unmasking Workplace Conflict: Insights from an Executive Assistant, A Have A Seat Minicast
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Send us a Text Message. The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away. ~ Pablo Picasso For this week's minicast episode, I'm diving deep into a topic that affects us all: conflict in the workplace. As a biracial woman and executive assistant, I have encountered my fair share of challenges when it comes to resolvin…
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From Madness to Martial Arts: Melanie's Inspiring Journey to Inner Peace
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Send us a Text Message. "Mental illness can affect anybody; we need to look at it with compassion and care the way we would any other illness; the people who are suffering deserve to be listened to, to be understood, to be treated with compassionate care." This week I have a remarkable guest joining me, author and blogger, Melanie Gibson. Get ready…
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From Typewriters to TikTok: Thriving in a Multi-Generational Office, A Have A Seat Minicast
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Send us a Text Message. Don't be seduced into thinking that that which does not make a profit is without value.~ Arthur Miller In this week's episode, I'm diving into the fascinating world of multi-generational workplaces. It's a phenomenon that's becoming increasingly common, as people of different ages and backgrounds come together in the profess…
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Career Coaching for the Analytical Mind: A Conversation with Life of Options Founder, Lindsay Gordon
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Send us a Text Message. "I bring my engineering brain to this question of how do I actually know how to do what's right for me in my career, how do I make choices that I know I'm gonna be happy with, and how do I do that in the most practical, structured and frame worked way." In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with author of Ri…
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Empowering Yourself in the Face of Workplace Toxicity; Expert Advice from Jessica Childress, Attorney, Founder, The Childress Firm
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Send us a Text Message. “When you’re working in fear, you’re not able to be the most productive version of yourself.” In this week's episode, we dive into a topic that affects countless individuals: toxic workplaces. Joining me is special guest, Jessica Childress, Attorney and founder of The Childress Firm and an expert in dealing with toxic work e…
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A Chill Chat About Psychological Safety on College Campuses
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Send us a Text Message. When you can do a common thing in an uncommon way, you will command the attention of the world.~ George Washington Carver This week I have an episode that is sure to capture your attention. Join me this week as I dive into the crucial topic of creating psychological safety for students on college campuses. Whether you work i…
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Burned Out in Higher Ed? Lean Into to Prioritizing Yourself
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Send us a Text Message. Hello, fear. Thank you for being here. You’re my indication that I’m doing what I need to do.― Cheryl Strayed, Brave Enough As we embark on a new fall semester, it's essential to find joy in our work and recognize the impact stress and burnout can have on our productivity. The service-oriented nature of our work in higher ed…
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Non-Profit Managers, This One's For You: Tips to Help Foster a Supportive Workplace for Your Team
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Send us a Text Message. “There’s power in looking silly and not caring that you do.” ~ Amy Poehler This week I'm bringing you a special mini-cast episode just for the managers out there! In a previous episode, I covered best practices on how to support higher education leadership teams. In this episode, I will flip it and offer tips on how administ…
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From Loss to Purpose: June Collins Journey of Healing and Empowering Women After Child Loss
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Send us a Text Message. “I have already lived my worst day, every day after will be better than that day” In today's episode, I have a special conversation that will resonate with those recovering from life-changing trauma or events. My guest, June Collins, shares her journey of personal growth and finding purpose after the unexpected loss of her s…
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Cracking the Code: How to Keep Your Higher Ed Boss from Going Crazy (And Yourself Sane in the Process)
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Send us a Text Message. Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.― Theodore Roosevelt In this episode, I'll be discussing the moving target topic of supporting higher education leaders and administrators. Whether you are just starting out in a supporting role or have years of experience, I be…
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The Silent Assassin: How to Stay Under the Radar in Meetings and Still Get Things Done
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Send us a Text Message. Find something you're passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it. ~ Julia Child In this episode, I explore the power of silence in conversations and meetings. I share my perspective on why sometimes it's better to stay silent in meetings and how it can actually contribute to a more productive and inclusive envir…
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Out of the Office, Into the Mai Tai: Amusing Out of Office Tips For Higher Ed Admin Staff
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Send us a Text Message. Dancing and singing is all good, but the ultimate gift is to change people's minds. What else is there? - Tina Turner I'm flying solo in this episode and diving into tips for scheduling out of office time for higher education staff. Sassiness level activated! Listen in as I share my semi-serious thoughts on flipping that OOO…
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Redefining Diversity and Inclusion: Karith Foster's Revolutionary Approach
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Send us a Text Message. "We can certainly develop a new level of respect for one another and gain the ability to see others as worthy humans who want the same thing that we all do: to be heard, loved, respected and valued." Karith Foster, CEO/Founder of INVERSITY™️ Solutions, is a media personality, author, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belo…
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Fund Me, Maybe? Professional Development Tips for Nonprofit Admins on a Shoestring Budget
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Send us a Text Message. Don't bury your failures. Let them inspire you. - Unknown Calling all non-profit administrative support pro's! Want to level up your professional development game? Look no further! In this episode, I share some game-changing tips on securing funding for your professional development from creative budgeting strategies to form…
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Harnessing Our Inner Strength In Our Careers and Lives, A Conversation with JJ DiGeronimo
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Send us a Text Message. This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible JJ DiGeronimo, an award-winning author, speaker and creator of the global group Tech Savvy Women & Together We Seek. If you are a woman seeking more meaningful connections, more moments of joy, and more fulfilling activities, this conversation with JJ is for yo…
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In Memoriam of A Phenomenal Executive Assistant, Esther Williams
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Send us a Text Message. “When people ask what do you do? My answer: whatever it takes” This bittersweet episode is in honor of my dear friend and colleague, Esther Williams, who passed away earlier this year. This interview is extra special in that it went live during Administrative Professionals Week 2020, and was such an empowering conversation t…
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The Summer of Love and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, A Have A Seat Minicast
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Send us a Text Message. Look, you started your career by getting up on a stage that no one told you to get up on, saying a bunch of shit no one wanted you to say. So, tits up. ~ Susie Myerson On this minicast episode I chat briefly about summer self-care and the TV show "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel." I chat about the main character, Midge Maisel, who…
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Thinking Outside the Box: The Need for More Supportive Workplaces for Parents, A Conversation With MomUp Co-Founder, Michelle Keefe
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Send us a Text Message. "The best way for us to create impact is by changing the leadership... if we have more representation in these leadership decision making roles, we could hopefully create cultures that are much more supportive of parents." My guest this week is Michelle Keefe, CEO and Co-Founder of Mom Up, an organization providing resources…
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