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Nat and Kristen are on a mission to amplify your impact - think of us as your personal cheerleaders. We’ve been there and done that and are open-sourcing the career playbook. Filled with actionable insights and entertaining commentary, each episode will equip you with the confidence and skills to shape your career on your terms. Find out more at www.powrsuit.com.
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Feeling stuck in a career you chose when you were basically a teenager? Nat and Kristen tackle the mid-career wobble that hits when you realise your 18-year-old self maybe didn't have it all figured out. They break down how to pivot without blowing up your life, why being a beginner is actually your superpower, and how to use your existing skills in totally new ways. Plus: the expertise trap that narrows your vision, and practical tips for moving from career panic to discovery mode without waiting for perfect timing.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com
Ever wondered what golf clubs have to do with workplace influence? In our 100th episode (!!!), we're digging into why influence matters (hint: we're losing out on promotions and too many wins). With some brilliant insights from negotiation coach Stu Van Rij, we share our own embarrassing influence fails, surprising wins, and three practical strategies that don't involve pretending to be someone you're not. Whether you're tired of being talked over in meetings or just want to get your teenager to wear weather-appropriate clothing (we tried), this one's an easy listen! Plus, Margot Robbie drops some unexpected wisdom about what leadership really means.
'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Too busy? Feeling overwhelmed? We're revisiting our most impactful episode on the 80/20 Principle - where 20% of your efforts drive 80% of your results.
From your go-to outfits to relationship dynamics, this principle is everywhere once you spot it. Learn how to drop perfectionism, embrace minimal viable planning, and focus on what truly matters.
Make 2025 your year of doing less, better.
Resources: Our best tips on the 80/20 rule.
'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Ready to ditch the ‘new year, new me’ pressure? Join us for a modern take on why starting slow is your secret weapon for sustainable success. We're diving into the science of why rushing into changes actually backfires, and how the tortoise approach leads to better results in your career, business, and life. Discover practical ways to work with your natural rhythms - perfect for women who want to make real progress without burning out.
'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Welcome back to one of our most requested Powrup episodes - where we tackle executive presence with a fresh take that's just as relevant today as when it first aired. Research shows women often get vague feedback on their executive presence, while men receive specific tips - so let's change that!
We dive into authentic leadership, exploring how to command presence while staying true to ourselves and sharing our wisdom. Thanks for listening to this special replay from Powrsuit!
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'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Happy New Year! As a special reminder to get off on the right foot in 2025, we replay our dive into the common career advice women can and should ignore.
We explore how typical tips like "find a mentor" and "fake it till you make it" often do more harm than good by reinforcing gender bias instead of challenging it.
In Powrsuit fashun', we focus on actionable insights that truly help women, like finding champions, being authentic, and understanding the real value of confidence. Tune in to learn how to navigate your career with advice that genuinely supports your growth and success and leave behind the tips that hold you back.
'Til next week, Powrsuiters!
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We're resharing one of our most popular episodes this week! Whether you're hearing it for the first time or need the reminder that yes, you ARE a leader.We explore the common phenomenon of women hesitating to see themselves as leaders despite their roles and behaviours suggesting otherwise! We touch on societal stereotypes and expectations of what leaders should look, act, and sound like, often not aligning with traditional gender norms.But what defines a leader, really? We break it down beyond titles and positions, highlighting key behaviours and skills like communication, empathy, and decisiveness that characterise effective leadership.We also debunk the myth that leadership equals formal authority over others, emphasising how anyone can inspire and motivate those around them, regardless of their official title.So, if you've ever questioned your leadership potential, tune in as we share insights, stories, and practical tips to help you recognise and embrace your leadership qualities.'Til next week, Powrsuiters! www.powrsuit.com
Nat and Kristen tackle the courage crisis - why everyone's ghosting, avoiding feedback, and nodding along in meetings while secretly hating every idea. They break down Brené Brown's claim that lack of courage is CEOs' biggest problem, share why tech makes us all commitment-phobic, and give you the exact words to start those conversations you've been dodging.From separating facts from your dramatic internal monologue to practising your opening line out loud, they cover how to disagree without being labelled "difficult" and why treating hard conversations like a third-party problem changes everything. Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com. Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com
Have you ever felt like a fraud who doesn't belong? Nat and Kristen dive into the legitimacy loop - that mental trap where you think you need to be perfect to prove you belong, then use your imperfection as proof you don't. They break down why we ghost networking events, freeze up in meetings, and avoid gym memberships because 'everyone else has it figured out.' From cold LinkedIn messages to breakout room terror, learn why doing scary things until they're boring might be your secret weapon.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com. Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Nat and Kristen call out Instagram's fake perfection and introduce the 'rule of thirds' - turns out you're only meant to feel amazing a third of the time. They break down breakthrough weeks (rare wins), grind weeks (boring but necessary), and heartbreak weeks (when everything goes wrong). Featuring a no-nonsense approach to slumps, why we all quit too early, and how to stop expecting constant amazingness. Basically, if you feel mediocre most of the time, you're going ok!! Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Stop waiting for your manager to read your mind! Nat and Kristen share the tools that actually work for managing up - from assuming positive intent instead of creating villain stories in your head, to that weekly email format that makes you look like the most organised person alive. They cover how to get more autonomy without your boss panicking, why leading with solutions beats dumping problems every time, and the art of strategic visibility (hint: forward those compliments). For anyone who wants to turn this relationship into actual teamwork for a win-win.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com . Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.Show notes (come to our events!): https://powrsuit.com/peer-group/
Nat and Kristen dive into research showing your romantic partner is tied for the #1 factor in women's career success - right alongside your manager. They break down why household imbalance costs women up to half a million dollars over their careers, and share practical strategies that actually work. From changing the language around domestic tasks to strategic "piano-moving" techniques for gradual change, plus tips for allies who want to step up. They also tackle the real conversations they hear in every workshop and why some situations might need professional help to navigate.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
1Your social life deserves a strategy. Nat and Kristen break down the friendship audit - who are your actual top 5, which relationships drain precious energy, and why you can't maintain 100 ‘close’ friendships. Plus we chat about how to reconnect without the awkward ‘catch me up on your entire life’ marathon, and why loose connections are actually pretty handy and should be low maintenance.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Nat and Kristen take a personality quiz to figure out if they're introverts or extroverts (one's bang in the middle, one definitely gets energy from people), then share practical ways to actually boost your energy instead of just being perpetually exhausted. From fake commutes and guilt-free downtime to putting on real clothes for video calls, they cover what works for different personality types. Plus: why dating drains you, the truth about naps, and Nat's absinthe incident that has Kristen plotting an intervention. For anyone who's tired of being tired and wants to discover what gives them their energy back.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Nat and Kristen explore why managing your energy might be the game-changer you've been missing. From Obama's identical suits to why checking email first thing is basically self-sabotage, they unpack the sneaky battery drains - decision fatigue, task switching, and that brutal afternoon slump we all know too well. Plus, why the 9-5 workday wasn't built for women's energy patterns and how to actually work with your natural rhythms.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Ever catch yourself saying ‘Can I just say…’ before every meeting contribution? You're not alone. Nat and Kristen dig into why women are still waiting for invitations that aren't coming - from childhood praise for being ‘well-behaved’ to boardroom dynamics where men get called on eight times more than women. They share practical ways to ditch the permission-seeking phrases, ask for what you want, and get comfortable with hearing ‘no.’ In summary: stop asking who's going to let you - start asking who's going to stop you! Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Nat and Kristen just survived speaking at a major conference in front of 600 people and share what actually works when you're thrown into the storytelling deep end. From crafting a story that resonates, to handling pre-stage jitters (even they get nervous!), to the slide oops the night before - this ep breaks down the real stuff behind public speaking. Whether you're prepping for an all-hands presentation, pitching to clients, or eyeing up that conference stage, this is a no-BS guide to not bombing when all eyes are on you.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Ever been to a conference or workshop, taken great notes, then completely forgotten everything three weeks later? Turns out we forget 90% of what we learn within a week, and only 12% of employees actually use corporate training on the job. We're talking about why companies keep spending billions on learning that doesn't stick, why your Coursera subscription isn't changing your career, and what actually works. Psst: it's less about big expensive programs and more about small daily actions and accountability.Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Ever been asked to do something, and your brain short-circuits between 'absolutely not' and 'I guess I have to'? This episode dives into the messy middle ground where most of life actually happens. We're talking about mastering the art of 'No, but...' and 'Yes, if...' responses - because it turns out there's a whole world between hard nos and reluctant yeses. We break down how conditional responses can actually make you look more collaborative (not flaky). Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Have a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
Ever wondered why your brilliant ideas keep getting shot down at work? It turns out, 9 out of 10 people would split an orange in half instead of asking what the other person actually needs it for (spoiler: one wanted the peel, the other the juice). Nat and Kristen break down finding common ground - the workplace skill that stops you from being that person who leads with solutions nobody asked for. From botched sales calls to family vacation negotiations, they share practical tactics for actually getting people on your side. Loved what you heard? Pass it on and leave us a 5-star review! 'Til next week, Powrsuiters! Got a topic you want us to discuss? Email us at hello@powrsuit.com Join Powrsuit on LinkedIn and Instagram, and be sure to check out our Membership Network at www.powrsuit.com.
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