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Women Amplified
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Inspiration meets practical advice in this podcast from the nation’s largest network of conferences for women in the workplace. For over 20 years, we’ve delivered insights from extraordinary women, such as Michelle Obama, Maya Angelou, Indra Nooyi, Elizabeth Gilbert, Serena Williams, and Brené Brown. Now, Women Amplified offers you a taste of the Conference each month to enjoy from the comfort of your own phone! Hosted by award-winning journalist Celeste Headlee, you can expect true stories and real-world advice from the most brilliant and successful women out there. We cover topics around leadership, career advancement, self-care, transitions and other relevant issues that women face. This is your go-to listening experience to help you navigate life in your career and at home and bring your best “you” to all that you do!
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Legendary DJ, producer, and rapper D-Nice is best known as having spun for President Obama during his inaugural ball – and as the creator of “Club Quarantine,” a livestream dance party that lifted us up and brought joy to the masses during the height of the pandemic, when we needed it most. In this replay of […]
In this episode, Judith M. von Seldeneck and Aileen K. Alexander explore what it takes to be a leader in today’s workplace. Aileen is CEO of the executive search firm DSG Global, which Judee founded in 1974 and has since grown into a top-10 firm. The two women shared their candid conversations about leadership in […]
In today’s fast-paced world, time often feels like our scarcest resource. UCLA Professor Cassie Holmes, author of the groundbreaking book Happier Hour, offers a revolutionary approach to reclaiming time by sharing research-backed strategies to turn every hour into a “happier hour.” In this episode, originally aired in October 2023, discover how to allocate your time to […]
In this episode, workplace consultant Minda Harts shares her tips on how to build trust in your organization. Building off the ideas in her new book, Talk to Me Nice: The Seven Trust Languages for a Better Workplace, Minda has advice for both employees and managers. You’ll leave with a better understanding of how clear […]
In this episode, leadership coach Sohee Jun explores how women can redefine success on their own terms, and move beyond the idea of trying to “have it all.” Sohee shares practical tools to identify burnout and build self-awareness; you’ll learn how to push back on your own toxic productivity, how to define your own success, […]
In this episode, speaker and coach Naeemah Elias shares her vision for building meaningful mentorship in your organization. She’ll tell you why thoughtful mentorship is better for your people and for your company — and why you don’t need to worry that developing talent means losing it down the line. You’ll leave with scripts and […]
In this episode, speaker and executive coach Susanne Goldstein shares her philosophy on leading authentically. Too often, women in positions of power have to bend over backwards to fit into the stereotypical “leader” mold – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Susanne will share tips for bringing femininity and strength together, for leaning […]
In this episode, Sheryl Lee Ralph joins us to share her inspiring journey to “making it” in her 60s. In a wide-ranging interview, we talk about coping with political anxiety, speaking up for marginalized voices, and staying resilient in tough times. Listeners will walk away inspired by Sheryl’s story – and feeling empowered to write […]
In this episode, Cyndie Spiegel shares the power of microjoys — her word for little moments of hope and creativity, buried in the day-to-day grind. Cyndie is an expert in positive psychology and community building, and her personal experience with tragedy taught her to focus in on the beauty that might be easy to miss. […]
We’re off enjoying a break this holiday season — and we hope you’re getting a break, too — but we wanted to make sure you still had something to nourish your heart and mind right now. So, here’s a few episodes we did this year that you might want to revisit: We’ll see you in […]
In this episode, Pooja Lakshmin shares her expertise on the power of self-care. As a mental health practitioner, Pooja knows where many of us tend to fall flat and steer ourselves toward burnout. Here, she’ll share tips for how to set meaningful boundaries at work, how to recognize what priorities really matter, and how to […]
PROBLEM: How do I overcome past professional mistakes (i.e. getting fired, performing poorly due to personal issues) with former employers and companies who may now be potential partners or clients, now that I’m a business owner? Delaware is a small state and I have been avoiding events (i.e. networking events, workshops, meetings) when I know […]
In this episode, Colette Phillips joins us to share her unique approach to diversity, equity and inclusion – or DEI – training. You’ll learn some of the leadership tips and tricks from her book, The Includers. And she’ll also share some best practices for making sure the DEI message doesn’t get lost in buzzwords and […]
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This episode features renowned leadership and DEI expert Carolina Caro who will explore ways to harness an age-diverse workforce in today’s multigenerational environment. She will offer tips to bridge the divide, address generational conflict and biases, and create a culture of inclusion where age is celebrated and respected. This episode is essential for anyone committed […]
PROBLEM: I am grateful for my job and I am humbly proud to be a public service provider, but in my current role and at the end of the day, I am often left with feeling under-utilized and with my natural abilities and talents under-valued. After seven years and several productive conversations with management, my […]
The post When Is It Time To Quit A Job That’s Not Helping You Grow? | That’s A Good Question appeared first on The Conferences for Women.
This episode, which is a replay from the March 2024 National Conference for Women, features Career Expert and Author Kimberly Brown. She will walk us through her structured framework to help you develop a clear and effective career strategy, tailored to your short-term and long-term goals. This episode is crucial for anyone looking to regain control […]
The post How to Make Your Next Move, Your Best Move appeared first on The Conferences for Women.
In this episode, Christie Smith — coauthor of the forthcoming book Essential — shares her ideas for the future of management. Distributed and remote teams are increasingly common models for work, and coupled with the massive boom in generative AI technology, it’s easy to lose touch with the more personal elements of being a manager. […]
The post Managing Humans In the AI Revolution appeared first on The Conferences for Women.
PROBLEM: How do I manage being a young woman in a director level role? I find that it can be challenging in getting folks to take me seriously. I run a department of three offices with multiple full-time staff and oversee a critical area of compliance. While I don’t want to completely change how I […]
The post How to Be Taken Seriously | That’s a Good Question (Replay) appeared first on The Conferences for Women.
In this episode, Jeff Benton shares a roadmap for self-evolution — and for changing your feelings from the enemies of ease to a superpower in all areas of life. Jeff channeled tragedy in his personal life into success, confidence, and strength; now, his company, Paragon Performance Evolution, teaches those principles on the individual and team […]
The post Take Control of Your Stress Response appeared first on The Conferences for Women.
This episode features The Karma of Success author Liz Tran, a pioneer in blending spirituality with practical strategies for personal and professional growth. She will share insights to help you recognize your core competencies, understand your motivators, and offer ways to manage your strengths effectively. With a mix of advice and inspiration, you will leave […]
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